Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 11, 2024

#R1##CL#
Soldic closes the distance and clinches.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Itzpapalotltotec tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Soldic's elbow. #BC#
Soldic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Soldic was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Soldic quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Soldic tries to clinch up.
Soldic throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Soldic with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Soldic loads up on a big left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the combination.
Soldic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Itzpapalotltotec.
A little feinted left hand from Soldic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Soldic 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.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soldic fails to land with a series of punches.
Soldic takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Despite the aggression on Itzpapalotltotec's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Soldic's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Soldic walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.#T1#
Soldic cracks a nice hook into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Soldic on his heels. He'll look to pass Soldic's guard now, I'm sure.
Itzpapalotltotec working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Soldic's head.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing strikes from guard but Soldic blocks nicely.
Soldic has Itzpapalotltotec pulled in close to control his posture.
Itzpapalotltotec with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Soldic keeps moving.
Soldic wants to stand up but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Soldic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Soldic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec postures up in Soldic's guard and throws a big left but Soldic blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Soldic is keeping the position for now.
Itzpapalotltotec working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Soldic's head.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Soldic is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Soldic looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Soldic wants to stand but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling the position.
Soldic working a defensive guard here.
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec scoring with punches and elbows.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Soldic is keeping him busy.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to advance position but instead Soldic slips a leg back in to half guard. #T4#
Soldic is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Soldic is working hard here to advance position.
Soldic trying to hold on to Itzpapalotltotec's head to control him but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Itzpapalotltotec is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Itzpapalotltotec is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Soldic is defending against the submission attempts here by Itzpapalotltotec.
Soldic trying to hold on to Itzpapalotltotec's head to control him but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Soldic moves into full guard.
Soldic wants to stand up but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him.
Itzpapalotltotec scoring with some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Soldic's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Soldic is looking to escape.
Itzpapalotltotec has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to lay and pray for a moment but Soldic keeps working.
Soldic has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Soldic has managed to free his arm - good work.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec is keen to just control but Soldic is a slippery customer.
Soldic wants to control but Itzpapalotltotec is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing shots but Soldic is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Soldic sees it coming and defends easily.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass the guard but Soldic is defending well. #T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Soldic manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Soldic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Itzpapalotltotec gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to free his leg and advance position but Soldic is retaining full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec passes Soldic's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Roberto Soldic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ground and pound from Itzpapalotltotec.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Itzpapalotltotec in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to control the action in half guard but Soldic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Soldic actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for a kimura but Soldic is defending it quite comfortably.
Soldic is trying to stand up here but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Soldic is defending against the submission attempts here by Itzpapalotltotec. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the action but Soldic is working from the bottom.
Soldic is trying to control but can't.
Soldic wants to get back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec stops Soldic from getting back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Soldic actively working from the bottom here.
Soldic tries to kick Itzpapalotltotec off but Itzpapalotltotec keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Soldic looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Soldic ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec. #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Itzpapalotltotec was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!

Soldic throws Itzpapalotltotec to one side and escapes!
Soldic throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Soldic needs to keep his hands up - Itzpapalotltotec had a free shot at his head there.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Soldic throws a combination. Itzpapalotltotec tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Soldic throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab. Soldic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Soldic tries to close the distance and clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown but Soldic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Soldic.
Soldic misses with a low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Soldic with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Roberto Soldic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
A combination from Soldic does no damage.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Soldic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a series of wild punches.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Soldic moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt. #TD2#
Soldic gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Itzpapalotltotec to score an easy takedown into full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Soldic is on top in guard. #REVR#
Soldic sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec has control of Soldic's left arm, preventing Soldic from doing any damage.
Soldic trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for a triangle here. Soldic is fighting it but it looks tight! Itzpapalotltotec pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Soldic is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
Our winner, Pablo Itzpapalotltotec, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: WVT 218: Matikainen v Cheese
Date: Feb 02, 2024

#R1#
Keane defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Itzpapalotltotec, as that shot connected.
Keane loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Keane throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Itzpapalotltotec as he connects with a hook.
Keane throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Keane.
Keane looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a left hand but Keane moved out of range nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Keane.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keane throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Keane's shoulder, as Keane tries to avoid the shot.
Keane stuffs the takedown.
A slow jab from Keane misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Keane as he avoids it easily. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a nice body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Keane misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a double jab.
Keane keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Keane takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A big left from Keane misses.
Keane connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Keane sprawls well initially but Itzpapalotltotec persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Keane looking for submissions off his back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Keane to regain full guard. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Keane looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Keane has his foot on Itzpapalotltotec's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Itzpapalotltotec works his way back into a safe position though.
Itzpapalotltotec stands and throws Keane's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Itzpapalotltotec in side control lands a decent elbow.
Keane is looking to regain half guard here but Itzpapalotltotec keeps moving and retains side control.
Itzpapalotltotec is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Keane will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Keane gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec working over Keane with some ground and pound. Keane looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Keane blocking the ground and pound attempt from Itzpapalotltotec. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work for a kimura but Keane is defending well. #SUB#
Keane actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Keane is keeping him busy.
Keane is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Itzpapalotltotec scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB#
Keane actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to stall here but Keane recovers full guard. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec scoring with some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Keane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Itzpapalotltotec is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Keane works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB#
Keane escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Itzpapalotltotec gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Keane is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec looks for a takedown but Keane sprawls well.
Keane looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Keane throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a decent elbow from side control.
Keane tries to bench press Itzpapalotltotec off him but Itzpapalotltotec keeps the position.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Keane works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the action but Keane is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Keane has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Keane looking for submissions off his back.
Itzpapalotltotec is pressing down on Keane's thigh, looking to free his foot. Keane is holding on for now.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a strike but Keane avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Keane has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Itzpapalotltotec can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Keane working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Itzpapalotltotec doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Itzpapalotltotec manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a couple of elbows.
Itzpapalotltotec passes into half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to take a break and control but Keane is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a strike but Keane avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T3##SUB#
Keane looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Itzpapalotltotec advances position into side control!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a decent elbow from side control.
Itzpapalotltotec landing a few strikes. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Keane sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing shots but Keane is blocking nicely.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4##SUB#
Keane looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control from half guard but Keane is working away. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Keane defends it well.
Itzpapalotltotec has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Keane defending well though.
Itzpapalotltotec winds up and cracks Keane with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Keane tries to get to full guard but Itzpapalotltotec has control of the leg. #SUB#
Keane is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Itzpapalotltotec pulls his head out easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Keane slips a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Decent striking displayed by Itzpapalotltotec there.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Keane on his heels. He'll look to pass Keane's guard now, I'm sure.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Keane is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Itzpapalotltotec postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Keane looking for a guillotine here but Itzpapalotltotec defends easily. #SUB#
Keane working for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keane working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Itzpapalotltotec. #T1##SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Keane has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Itzpapalotltotec is looking to defend but Keane has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Itzpapalotltotec! Keane pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Itzpapalotltotec taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Brett Keane!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 10, 2023

#R1##TD#
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Black looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Black sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks the strikes from Black .
Itzpapalotltotec working Black over with strikes.
Black flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Black punching from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec passes to side control.
Black throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Black tries to strike but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec is chipping away with strikes.
Black really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Itzpapalotltotec. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Black on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Black is trying to get back to half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec advances nicely into full mount.
Black swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Black is flailing around like a fish out of water, trying to land strikes.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec working Black over with strikes here.
Itzpapalotltotec unloading with bombs!
Black taking shots to the head. #ROC#Black is rocked!
Itzpapalotltotec pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Black is still in real trouble! Can Itzpapalotltotec finish him?
Black is bucking up trying to escape but Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Black is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
A very excited looking Pablo Itzpapalotltotec 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 06, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Takeda darts in and clinches Itzpapalotltotec up against the cage.#TD2#
Takeda ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Takeda no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Takeda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Itzpapalotltotec defends it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec advances position into side control!
Takeda tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Itzpapalotltotec wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Takeda struggling a bit here.
Takeda gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Takeda regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec scoring with some ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec won't allow Takeda to sweep him here.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Takeda is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1#
Takeda looking to control.
Takeda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Itzpapalotltotec controls the pace.
Itzpapalotltotec stopping the sweep attempt from Takeda.
Takeda looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Itzpapalotltotec puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Nice strikes from Itzpapalotltotec there.
Takeda moves into full guard.
Takeda looking for a sweep. Not yet Takeda, not yet.
Itzpapalotltotec with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Itzpapalotltotec has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec got a little sloppy there for a moment and Takeda has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Itzpapalotltotec has managed to get both his arms back between Takeda's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Takeda holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Takeda bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Itzpapalotltotec's guard. #REVB#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Takeda is controlling him. #SUB2#
Takeda drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Itzpapalotltotec manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Takeda has Itzpapalotltotec in his guard.#REVR#
Takeda has momentary wrist control but Itzpapalotltotec slips an elbow through the middle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Takeda utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Takeda's head.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Takeda with a solid left hand.#T3#
Takeda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Itzpapalotltotec stands up over Takeda, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Takeda manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Itzpapalotltotec manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Itzpapalotltotec lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Takeda wants to sweep here but Itzpapalotltotec controlling him for the moment.
Itzpapalotltotec is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Itzpapalotltotec controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Itzpapalotltotec might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Takeda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to work some ground and pound but Takeda has wrist control.#T4#
Takeda is trying to control the position but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Takeda tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Takeda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Itzpapalotltotec is aware though and is defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Takeda keeps moving.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a couple of elbows.
Itzpapalotltotec missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Itzpapalotltotec stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Takeda swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Takeda is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to sit in guard and control but Takeda gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Takeda moves in looking to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him off.
Itzpapalotltotec drops down looking for a counter takedown but Takeda sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Itzpapalotltotec drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Takeda is keeping him busy.
Takeda tries to bench press Itzpapalotltotec off him but Itzpapalotltotec keeps the position.
Takeda regains half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Takeda with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice short elbow.
Itzpapalotltotec landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents Takeda from improving his position.
Itzpapalotltotec seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T1#
Takeda is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Itzpapalotltotec scores with a couple of nice shots.
Takeda tries to get to full guard but Itzpapalotltotec has control of the leg.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a punch from half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is nestled in close to Takeda, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Takeda moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec scoring with some ground and pound.
Takeda keeping moving, preventing Itzpapalotltotec from controlling successfully.
Itzpapalotltotec forces his way into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for a kimura but Takeda is defending it quite comfortably.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Takeda wants to improve his position but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling well.
Takeda moves into full guard.
Takeda is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Takeda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Itzpapalotltotec passes Takeda's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Takeda wants to get back to full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Takeda makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Takeda.#SUB2#
Takeda is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Itzpapalotltotec is aware though and is defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Itzpapalotltotec working some strikes from top position.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing strikes from guard but Takeda blocks nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Takeda is keeping the position for now.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Takeda with a solid left hand.#T4##SUB2#
Takeda is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Takeda keeps moving.
Takeda keeping full guard, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to pass. #SUB2#
Takeda had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Itzpapalotltotec defends it easily.
Takeda is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Itzpapalotltotec postures up and lands a big shot to Takeda's brow.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Takeda gets a clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Takeda with a nice body shot.
Takeda is trying to pull guard but Itzpapalotltotec has him pressed against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Takeda's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Takeda jumps guard but Itzpapalotltotec stands there with Takeda around his waist. Takeda gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Takeda tries to pull guard but Itzpapalotltotec forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Caua Takeda.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Takeda backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a shot to the kidneys. #TD#
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Takeda can do to turn this around?
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Takeda is just riding it out for now. Itzpapalotltotec eventually gives up the hold.
Takeda wants to improve his position but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling well.
Takeda takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Takeda with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nice strikes from Itzpapalotltotec there.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to stall here but Takeda recovers full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Takeda looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Itzpapalotltotec working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Takeda's head.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Takeda is working from the bottom.
Takeda keeping full guard, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to pass.
Itzpapalotltotec works over Takeda with some ground and pound from guard.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Itzpapalotltotec advances position into side control!
Takeda tries to buck Itzpapalotltotec off but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an elbow.
Takeda is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Takeda taking a bit of punishment here - Itzpapalotltotec scoring with strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec working the body and head with strikes.
Takeda on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #ROC#Takeda is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big shot lands for Itzpapalotltotec! That's hurt Takeda! Will he recover? Itzpapalotltotec fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
A victorious Pablo Itzpapalotltotec thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: WVT 132: Hussein v Corassa
Date: Jul 21, 2023

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab but it's blocked by Keane.
Itzpapalotltotec swings widly with a right hand
and Keane counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Keane avoids the punch easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Keane! But no joy.
Nice uppercut lands for Itzpapalotltotec. That snapped Keane's head back.
Keane takes one on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Keane moves out of range of the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the body.
A left lands for Itzpapalotltotec.
Keane ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Keane connects with a looping right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Keane.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Keane.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut
and Keane cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
A slow jab from Keane misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Keane looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Keane.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Keane to counter with a crisp jab.
Keane misses with a body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Keane uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
A slow jab from Keane misses its intended target. #T2#
Keane slips under a jab.
Keane misses with a few strikes there.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Keane momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jab, jab by Itzpapalotltotec - just one landing.
Keane throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a left and a right that both miss
and Keane counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Keane swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Keane throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Keane throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping left.
Keane swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a straight right. Keane didn't see that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec clobbers Keane with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Keane looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping left.
Brett Keane is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Keane ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a series of wild punches.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Keane was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Keane avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Keane.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Keane avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec has his takedown stuffed
and Keane connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec works Keane's body with a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Keane.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping left.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Keane is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Keane with a good jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec lands with an uppercut that bounces Keane off the cage and back into range.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is winning the standup battle so far.
A combination from Itzpapalotltotec does no damage.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Keane uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an off balance right hand
and Keane counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Keane throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Keane counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keane on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Keane sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Keane might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Keane takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Keane.
Keane misses with an uppercut.
A quick step to the side and Itzpapalotltotec tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with the left hand. Keane knows he should have avoided that one.
Keane takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
and Keane counters with a straight right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Keane looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Keane pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Keane.
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!
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Keane on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab to the body
and Keane counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#Itzpapalotltotec is rocked!
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Keane manages to avoid it.
Oh Itzpapalotltotec is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Itzpapalotltotec swings widly with a right hand
and Keane counters with a big right hand! Oh Itzpapalotltotec is in trouble here! Keane follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brett Keane!

Event: WVT 121: Machado v Simone 2
Date: Jun 24, 2023

#R1#
Badass lunges at Itzpapalotltotec with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec's hand.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Badass throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a good right hand that stumbles Badass. Badass circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Badass throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Badass was well out of range.
Badass avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Badass misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right and a left that Badass avoids nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Badass throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Badass feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Itzpapalotltotecs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Badass ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Badass misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Badass.
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!
Badass waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Badass does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Badass moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Badass.#T1#
The crowd cheers as Badass lands an impressive looking overhand right. Itzpapalotltotec doesn't seem phased though.
Valtteri Badass is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Badass slips under a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Badass is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Badass misses with a hook.
Good shot there by Badass.
The fighters circle momentarily. Badass darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Badass saw that one coming.
Badass takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Badass moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Badass can pounce on him.
Badass staying out of range there.
Badass throws a half hearted mid kick.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Badass manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Badass is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get up but he can't break Badass's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #ES#
Badass kicks Itzpapalotltotec off and gets to his feet.
Badass pushes Itzpapalotltotec away with a front kick.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Badass was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Badass appears to be looking for a big counter.
Badass has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Champion Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Badass misses the shot to the body.
Badass lands with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Itzpapalotltotec with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Badass to score with a decent uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Badass counters with a good low kick that Itzpapalotltotec was not able to check.
A punch combination from Badass misses.
Badass jabs Itzpapalotltotec right on the nose. Itzpapalotltotec blinks but takes it well.
Itzpapalotltotec works Badass's body with a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Badass jabs at Itzpapalotltotec's body.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Badass moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec darts in looking for a takedown but Badass gets double underhooks and turns Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Badass takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Itzpapalotltotec darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Badass throws out the jab.
Badass misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with a series of punches.
Badass is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Badass throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it.
Badass throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Badass scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Badass scores with a hook to the body. Itzpapalotltotec takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Badass throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Badass lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T4#
A slow jab from Badass misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a crisp jab that stopped Badass in his tracks.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot to the body.
Badass waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec with a nice cross.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Badass avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Badass scores with a three punch combo!
Itzpapalotltotec takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #ROC#Itzpapalotltotec is rocked!
Badass misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec is still on wobbly legs! Can Badass finish him?
Badass throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
Badass walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Itzpapalotltotec drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Badass swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Itzpapalotltotec's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Valtteri Badass!
Valtteri Badass tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: WVT 109: Machado v Torvik 2
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1#
Fortythree throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec stalks Fortythree and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Fortythree's face. Fortythree staggers backwards, shaken.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Fortythree.
Fortythree's corner calls for a 1-2. Fortythree obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
Fortythree connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Itzpapalotltotec's hands.
We've been hearing reports that Itzpapalotltotec has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with an uppercut that bounces Fortythree off the cage and back into range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fortythree counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs Fortythree to the body, keeping him at a distance.
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!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec sets himself, and Fortythree steps forward looking for the clinch! Itzpapalotltotec avoids it this time.
Fortythree connects with a crisp jab.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fortythree.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Fortythree uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Fortythree! But no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body punch
and Fortythree counters with a straight right hand.
Fortythree steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Fortythree moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fortythree rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot from downtown. Fortythree moves away and avoids it.
Fortythree cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an open hand slap.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Fortythree on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fortythree blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a combination but Fortythree avoids it well.
Fortythree slips a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot from downtown. Fortythree moves away and avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a left hand
and Fortythree counters with a straight right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a sloppy body shot
and Fortythree counters with a left to the body.
Fortythree slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Fortythree looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a few strikes there.
We've been informed that Fortythree has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Jab from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fortythree looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice strike.
One Fortythree is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A swing and a miss from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Fortythree's head backwards.
A combination from Itzpapalotltotec does no damage.
Fortythree jabs at Itzpapalotltotec's body.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fortythree sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fortythree throws out a counter right but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec thuds his right hand into Fortythree's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy uppercut
and Fortythree counters with a straight right hand.
Fortythree just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Fortythree moves in looking to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Fortythree does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Fortythree was well out of range.
Fortythree scores with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T4#
Fortythree tries to close the distance and clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Fortythree defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Fortythree misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
and Fortythree counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec moves forwards but Fortythree connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fortythree moves away.
It seemed like Fortythree was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fortythree connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Fortythree missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the combination.
Fortythree slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but One Fortythree will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Fortythree throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fortythree was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Fortythree connects with the punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Fortythree does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fortythree keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fortythree was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A lazy left from Fortythree finds it's target.
Fortythree just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook
and Fortythree counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fortythree throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab, jab by Itzpapalotltotec - just one landing.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Fortythree sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec swings widly with a right hand
and Fortythree counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fortythree uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Fortythree moves out of range.
Fortythree misses with a looping left.
A little feinted left hand from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fortythree. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body punch
and Fortythree counters with a nice uppercut.
Donk. Itzpapalotltotec catches Fortythree right on the button with a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Fortythree avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Fortythree blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fortythree bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Itzpapalotltotec's head backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
and Fortythree counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
Fortythree connects with a body shot that sends Itzpapalotltotec's belly button to the back.
A jab from Fortythree misses.
Fortythree throws an off balance right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight left.
Fortythree let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
One Fortythree seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fortythree just misses with a punch to the body.
Jab by Itzpapalotltotec.
Fortythree swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
Fortythree lands a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook
and Fortythree counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a sloppy right hand. Fortythree should have avoided that one.
Fortythree is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
and Fortythree counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Fortythree cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fortythree throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fortythree uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Fortythree throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Fortythree throws a jab but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a counter combo.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fortythree displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T4#
Fortythree avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Fortythree swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Fortythree napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fortythree regains half guard, as Itzpapalotltotec was trying to land strikes.
Fortythree tries to get to full guard but Itzpapalotltotec has control of the leg.
Itzpapalotltotec is keen to just control but Fortythree is a slippery customer.
Nice strikes from Itzpapalotltotec there.
Itzpapalotltotec landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fortythree sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but One Fortythree will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec swings widly with a right hand
and Fortythree cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fortythree blocks a jab.
Nice sprawl there from Fortythree as Itzpapalotltotec shoots in.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Fortythree scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut
and Fortythree counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fortythree misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Fortythree throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Fortythree instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fortythree misses with a punch on the inside.
Fortythree throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Fortythree lands with a right to the head.
Fortythree fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a body shot from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Fortythree. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Fortythree misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fortythree misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fortythree works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Fortythree misses with a body punch.
A short right from Fortythree on the inside.
Fortythree lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fortythree softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fortythree misses with a punch on the inside.
Good body shot from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fortythree throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to maintain a safe position but Fortythree gets an underhook and turns Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Fortythree lands a hook that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
One Fortythree seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T2#
Fortythree lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fortythree struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
Itzpapalotltotec's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Fortythree has him pressed against the cage.
Nice body punch from Fortythree.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
Fortythree lands a left hand that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Fortythree lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fortythree tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to force a seperation but Fortythree has the dominant position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec working aggressively here.
A short uppercut from Fortythree.
Fortythree works on Itzpapalotltotec's body with a couple of short punches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec jumps guard but Fortythree stands there with Itzpapalotltotec around his waist. Itzpapalotltotec gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Fortythree lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Fortythree scores with a shot to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Fortythree's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fortythree swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
Fortythree lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fortythree tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Fortythree works on Itzpapalotltotec's body with a couple of short punches.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a shot to the body.
Fortythree tries a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Fortythree gets through Itzpapalotltotec's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fortythree misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec.
Fortythree misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Fortythree swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fortythree tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Fortythree presses Itzpapalotltotec against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T4#
Fortythree lands a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fortythree has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
Fortythree misses with a hook from the clinch.
Fortythree lands a left hand that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fortythree doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec can't find room to land a body shot as Fortythree controls the action.
A short right from Fortythree.
Fortythree pushes Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec stalling the fight.
A short left from Fortythree.
A short uppercut from Fortythree.
Fortythree misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short body shot lands from Itzpapalotltotec as the two fighters clinch.
Fortythree keeps control of Itzpapalotltotec as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Fortythree misses with a short punch on the inside.
Fortythree swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fortythree lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
One Fortythree comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Fortythree 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:30
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:30
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... One Fortythree!
One Fortythree managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Sportivité, into his post fight interview.

Event: WVT 103: Machado v Fabinho
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Jim Reefer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reefer attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Reefer looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Itzpapalotltotec has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Itzpapalotltotec there as he acknowledges the shot.
A big left from Reefer misses.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Reefer has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Primal Concrete Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A big right from Reefer misses.
Itzpapalotltotec moves forwards but Reefer connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Reefer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Reefer loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
A bone on bone clash there as Itzpapalotltotec blocks the leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Reefer's ribs.
Reefer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Reefer manages to avoid it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot to the body.
A shot to the liver by Itzpapalotltotec. Beautiful body shot.
Reefer throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Reefer throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Decent striking displayed by Itzpapalotltotec there.#T1#
Reefer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Reefer takes one on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Reefer does a little dance to reset his feet.
A telegraphed right hand from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Reefer tries to land a front kick but Itzpapalotltotec steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Reefer throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Reefer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab.
Reefer quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Reefer throws the kick towards the body but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Reefer.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Reefer rather than just go for the knockout.
Reefer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks a nice hook into Reefer's ribs.#T2#
Reefer scoring well with a low kick there.
Reefer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Reefer defends it nicely.
A slow jab from Reefer misses its intended target.
A good leg kick by Reefer.
Reefer ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the jaw.
Jim Reefer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Reefer avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Itzpapalotltotec 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Itzpapalotltotec listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Reefer throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Jim Reefer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Reefer at a distance.
Reefer connects with a good right hand that stumbles Itzpapalotltotec. Itzpapalotltotec circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Reefer throws a body shot but no joy.
Reefer cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Itzpapalotltotec is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Reefer had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reefer was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A looping hook to the body misses from Reefer. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reefer looks to land a combination but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it well.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Reefer listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Reefer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reefer scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Reefer ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec. #T4#
A big right from Reefer misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a lovely overhand right.
Itzpapalotltotec moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Reefer lands a glancing blow to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Itzpapalotltotec, as that shot connected.
Itzpapalotltotec rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Reefer moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Reefer scores with a crisp jab that stopped Itzpapalotltotec in his tracks.
Reefer has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's way round the side to connect with Reefer's head.
Reefer throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a good right hand that stumbles Reefer. Reefer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reefer moves away.
Reefer misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Reefer avoids it with no problem.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Good standup being displayed there by Reefer as he connects with a hook.
Reefer lands a right hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Reefer.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Reefer with a good jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jim Reefer will probably get the nod.
That's time! Reefer's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a left hand but Reefer moved out of range nicely.
Reefer looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Reefer scoring well with a low kick there.
Reefer misses with a looping left.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Reefer's head backwards.
Reefer misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec clobbers Reefer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Reefer.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Reefer darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Reefer tried to score with a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
Reefer scores with a decent looking hook.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a good right hand that stumbles Reefer. Reefer circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T1#
Reefer tries to land a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec saw it coming and moves away.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice head shot.
Reefer lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Reefer uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Itzpapalotltotec has time to react.
Reefer throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Reefer lands a nice shot that snaps Itzpapalotltotec's head back.
Reefer misses with a looping right.
Reefer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab right on the kisser.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reefer was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Reefer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Reefer moves away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Reefer misses.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Reefer throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab from Itzpapalotltotec.#T2#
Nice body kick there by Reefer.
Reefer throws a push kick but Itzpapalotltotec slaps the foot to one side.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Reefer closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Reefer throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jim Reefer is winning the standup battle so far.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice right hand.
Reefer looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Reefer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Reefer looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Reefer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reefer misses with a leg kick.
Reefer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Reefer was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab right on the kisser.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Reefer.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice strike.
Reefer looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Reefer misses with a looping right.
Reefer walks into a stiff left hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer throws a quick inside leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a right hand. Reefer shakes it off.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Reefer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Reefer.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the head.
Reefer lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Reefer thows a body kick. Itzpapalotltotec tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Reefer thuds his shin into the meat of Itzpapalotltotec's side.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reefer was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Reefer lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T4#
A punch combination from Reefer misses.
Reefer scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Reefer fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Reefer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Reefer lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Reefer.
Reefer pushes Itzpapalotltotec away with a front kick.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's way through Reefer's defenses.
A leg kick checked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a kick to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reefer throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Reefer thuds his shin into the meat of Itzpapalotltotec's side.
Reefer throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into range and connects with a jab.
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 Jim Reefer will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Reefer needs to keep his hands up - Itzpapalotltotec had a free shot at his head there.
Reefer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Reefer.
Reefer dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Itzpapalotltotec. That did some damage!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Reefer.
Reefer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
A left lands for Reefer.
Reefer misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Itzpapalotltotec has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Reefer strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Reefer moves forwards but Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good exchange - Itzpapalotltotec coming out on top.
Itzpapalotltotec has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Reefer.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Reefer moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Reefer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Reefer was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Reefer is just out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a glancing blow to the side of Reefer's head.#T1#
Reefer lands a jab to the nose.
Reefer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reefer was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Reefer strikes.
Reefer connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Itzpapalotltotec momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Reefer.
Reefer takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Reefer throws a push kick but Itzpapalotltotec slaps the foot to one side.
Reefer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Reefer lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Itzpapalotltotec has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Itzpapalotltotec and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Reefer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Itzpapalotltotec looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec swinging wildly here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Reefer doesn't seem bothered though.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Reefer.
Reefer throws a sloppy head kick and Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right and a left that both miss.
Reefer connects with a right hand. Itzpapalotltotec shakes it off.
Reefer walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Reefer dodges the punch combination from Itzpapalotltotec.
Nice jab there from Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T3#
Reefer throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Reefer misses with a looping left.
Reefer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Reefer.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Reefer. That one must have hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reefer.
A lazy left from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Reefer needs to keep his hands up - Itzpapalotltotec had a free shot at his head there.
Itzpapalotltotec with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Reefer to score with a decent uppercut.
Reefer misses the body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Reefer throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Reefer scores with a spinning back kick!
Itzpapalotltotec sizes up Reefer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Reefer's ribs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Reefer. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Reefer tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Itzpapalotltotec is able to avoid easily.
Reefer slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a jab.
Reefer throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Reefer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Reefer takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Good exchange - Reefer coming out on top.
Reefer throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with the left hand. Reefer knows he should have avoided that one.
Reefer swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reefer stuns Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Reefer was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Reefer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itzpapalotltotec jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: WVT 94: Motts v Thompson
Date: Apr 21, 2023

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Urameshi was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
A lazy left from Urameshi finds it's target.
Urameshi misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an off balance right hand
and Urameshi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urameshi.
Urameshi lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Urameshi manages to avoid it.
Urameshi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Urameshi's ribs.
Urameshi has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Urameshi lands a jab.
Urameshi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A left lands for Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's way through Urameshi's defenses. #T1#
Jab, jab by Urameshi - just one landing.
Urameshi lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a body shot.
Urameshi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
We've been hearing reports that Itzpapalotltotec has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Urameshi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Urameshi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Urameshi lands a nice shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks a nice hook into Urameshi's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Urameshi scores with a jab to the body.
Urameshi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping left.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Urameshi's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
and Urameshi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urameshi.
Urameshi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Urameshi slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Urameshi with a nice cross.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Urameshi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Urameshi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Itzpapalotltotec looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's way through Urameshi's defenses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild combination. #T3#
Urameshi defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Urameshi! But no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good body shot.
Urameshi throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Urameshi throws a jab but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Itzpapalotltotec had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Urameshi strikes.
Urameshi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Urameshi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A big left from Urameshi misses.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice strike.
Urameshi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Urameshi throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook
and Urameshi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec swinging wildly here.
Itzpapalotltotec tests Urameshi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Urameshi cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an open hand slap.
Urameshi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
A left lands for Itzpapalotltotec.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
No joy there for Itzpapalotltotec, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Urameshi lands a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook. Urameshi ducked under it nicely.
A little jabbing left from Urameshi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
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 Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
Urameshi sizes up Itzpapalotltotec with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Urameshi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Itzpapalotltotec looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Urameshi's head but Urameshi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Urameshi looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec falls off balance throwing a combination
and Urameshi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Itzpapalotltotec has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Urameshi strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Urameshi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Urameshi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Urameshi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Urameshi with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice looking jab.
Urameshi lands a jab to Itzpapalotltotec's midsection.
Urameshi ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Urameshi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Urameshi to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Urameshi jabs at Itzpapalotltotec's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Urameshi. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot.
Urameshi misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
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!
Urameshi lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks right into an uppercut from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild combination.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
Urameshi just misses with a punch to the body.
Urameshi misses with a body shot.
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a stiff left hand from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big right hand but Urameshi slips the punch.#T3#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Urameshi was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Urameshi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
A telegraphed right hand from Urameshi misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Urameshi jabs Itzpapalotltotec to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
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!
Itzpapalotltotec tries to move into range but Urameshi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Urameshi misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
A nice side step and Urameshi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Urameshi at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Urameshi moves out of range.
Urameshi connects with a body shot.
Urameshi throws out a powerful jab.
Urameshi throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Urameshi misses with a body shot.
Urameshi misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to wear down Urameshi with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Urameshi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Yusuke Urameshi will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Itzpapalotltotec's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Urameshi throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Urameshi connects with a body shot that sends Itzpapalotltotec's belly button to the back.
Urameshi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Urameshi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big right hand but Urameshi slips the punch.
A little jabbing left from Urameshi on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Urameshi's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a slapping body shot.
Yusuke Urameshi seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Urameshi looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Some wild striking there from Urameshi. #T1#
Urameshi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Urameshi's shoulder, as Urameshi tries to avoid the shot.
Urameshi throws out a counter right but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Urameshi manages to avoid it.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Urameshi's head backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Urameshi swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A quick step to the side and Itzpapalotltotec tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Urameshi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice hook to Urameshi's body. Urameshi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Urameshi swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Urameshi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Urameshi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Itzpapalotltotec circles away quickly and effectively.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab, cross combination.
Urameshi throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Some wild striking there from Urameshi.
Urameshi takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Urameshi is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Urameshi's ribcage but misses. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Urameshi avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Urameshi blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Urameshi moved out of range.
A punch lands to the side of Urameshi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Urameshi throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A telegraphed right hand from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Urameshi misses with a looping left.
Itzpapalotltotec rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Urameshi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Urameshi moves out of range.
Urameshi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Itzpapalotltotec momentarily.
Urameshi throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Urameshi missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Urameshi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing a counter right hand but Urameshi manages to avoid it.
Urameshi ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Urameshi dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Urameshi lands a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec dips to his left and cracks Urameshi with an uppercut!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Urameshi.
Urameshi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Urameshi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sloppy strikes from Urameshi. Those never looked like landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Itzpapalotltotec 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 Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 29:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 243
Date: Apr 02, 2023

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Itzpapalotltotec there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dominguez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dominguez has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dominguez showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Dominguez's body.
Montesh Dominguez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Dominguez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dominguez misses with a wild body shot.
Dominguez swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Dominguez's shoulder, as Dominguez tries to avoid the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Dominguez moved out of range.
Nice defenses there by Dominguez.
Dominguez takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab right on the kisser.
Dominguez throws a sloppy body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
We've been hearing reports that Itzpapalotltotec has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Dominguez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Dominguez on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
and Dominguez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch but keeps moving. #T1#
Dominguez swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Dominguez with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Dominguez moved out of range.
Dominguez cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a good jab.
A shot to the body from Dominguez misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Dominguez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Dominguez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Dominguez.
Dominguez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
Dominguez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec with a nice cross.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Dominguez wants to clinch
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Dominguez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Dominguez throws a nice head kick!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight left.
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Dominguez avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dominguez.
Dominguez takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Dominguez misses with a jab to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Dominguez avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
and Dominguez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Dominguez looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Dominguez takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dominguez connects with the punch.
Dominguez misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks a nice hook into Dominguez's ribs.
Dominguez throws a shot from downtown. Itzpapalotltotec moves away and avoids it.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Dominguez moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Dominguez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dominguez throws a body shot but no joy.
Dominguez throws a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Dominguez throws a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A bone on bone clash there as Itzpapalotltotec blocks the leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a kick to the body.
Dominguez misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Dominguez gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Itzpapalotltotec taking a breather.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Itzpapalotltotec is defending well for now.
Dominguez lands a good knee to the midsection. Itzpapalotltotec won't want to take too many of those.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dominguez misses with a punch on the inside.
Come on Itzpapalotltotec - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Dominguez lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A nice right hand lands inside from Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Dominguez with a nice body shot.
Dominguez blocks a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Dominguez avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dominguez backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to push Dominguez away but Dominguez has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the elbow strike from Dominguez, against the cage. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dominguez thuds his right hand into Itzpapalotltotec's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dominguez pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be looking for a big counter.
Dominguez throws a leg kick that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dominguez tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec works over Dominguez's head and body with a nice combination.
Dominguez scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Itzpapalotltotec doesn't seem bothered though.
Dominguez scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dominguez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Dominguez.
Dominguez has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Dominguez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dominguez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dominguez.
Dominguez is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Itzpapalotltotec with a body shot.
Dominguez misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dominguez.
Dominguez digs a good body shot into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a head kick by Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's way through Dominguez's defenses.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Dominguez's ribcage but misses.
Dominguez stuns Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T1#
A head kick misses from Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dominguez was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dominguez looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec sizes up Dominguez with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dominguez darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jab by Dominguez.
Dominguez ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dominguez on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Dominguez uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dominguez misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dominguez momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the body.
Dominguez throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dominguez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a really nice looking cross but Dominguez seems unphased.
Dominguez moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Dominguez throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A swing and a miss from Dominguez.
Dominguez just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big right hand but Dominguez slips the punch.
Dominguez misses with a body shot.
Dominguez takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec punishes Dominguez's body with a nice straight punch.
Dominguez lands with a straight right. Itzpapalotltotec didn't see that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Dominguez slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dominguez fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Dominguez misses with a jab, cross combination. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dominguez manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the head.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Dominguez connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dominguez misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dominguez.
Dominguez throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dominguez throws a jab but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a lunging right hand
and Dominguez counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dominguez throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dominguez moves away.
Dominguez thuds his right hand into Itzpapalotltotec's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Dominguez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right and a left that Dominguez avoids nicely.
Dominguez tries a quick counter leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is wise to it.
Dominguez lands with a straight right. Itzpapalotltotec didn't see that one coming.
Dominguez closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Dominguez scores with a hook to the body. Itzpapalotltotec takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dominguez moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dominguez.
Dominguez is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Itzpapalotltotec rather than just go for the knockout.
Dominguez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range. Poor timing from Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook. Dominguez ducked under it nicely.
Nice uppercut there from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Dominguez.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dominguez jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dominguez.
Dominguez misses with an uppercut
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
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 Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Danga de danga de dang - Itzpapalotltotec scores with a four punch combination!
Itzpapalotltotec swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
A decent looking cross lands there for Itzpapalotltotec.
A shot to the body from Dominguez misses
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Dominguez throws a sloppy head kick and Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Dominguez throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot.
Dominguez throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Dominguez misses with an uppercut
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot that snaps Dominguez's head back.
Dominguez misses with a body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dominguez throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dominguez has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Dominguez.
Dominguez avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dominguez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Dominguez throws a leg kick that is checked
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dominguez motions for Itzpapalotltotec to come forward. Dominguez throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dominguez stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dominguez can do to turn this around?
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a head kick by Dominguez.
Dominguez tries to land a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec saw it coming and moves away.
Dominguez thows a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot that sends Dominguez's belly button to the back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dominguez takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Dominguez.
Dominguez misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves away
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dominguez stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Itzpapalotltotec is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dominguez.
Dominguez swinging wildly here.
Dominguez misses with a right hand
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Dominguez is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dominguez.
A shot to the liver by Itzpapalotltotec. Beautiful body shot.#T3#
Nice body punch from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez swings widly with a right hand
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dominguez.
Dominguez throws a half hearted mid kick.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter punch.
Dominguez lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses its target.
Dominguez throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hook to the body.
Dominguez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
A swing and a miss from Dominguez.
Dominguez slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez throws a sloppy head kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Dominguez takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Dominguez misses.
Dominguez slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec takes one on the chin but seems OK. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a left hand but Dominguez moved out of range nicely.
Dominguez moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Dominguez throws a poor cross that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dominguez misses with a hook.
Dominguez with a nice cross.
Dominguez scores with a hook to the body. Itzpapalotltotec takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Dominguez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Montesh Dominguez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itzpapalotltotec dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dominguez lands a jab.
Dominguez listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dominguez throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Dominguez swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dominguez throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.

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

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

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 238
Date: Mar 15, 2023

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Karter.
Karter swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Karter lands with a kick to the ribs.
Karter misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Karter loads up on a big left hand.
Karter ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Karter manages to avoid it.
Karter takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks a nice hook into Karter's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big right hand but Karter slips the punch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jesus Christ Karter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Karter gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good body shot.
Karter works over Itzpapalotltotec's head and body with a nice combination.
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!
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Karter has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Casa Steel in the buildup to the fight.
Karter throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Karter tries a head kick but it misses.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Karter with a body shot.#T1#
Karter works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD#
Itzpapalotltotec gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Karter to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Karter pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Itzpapalotltotec is keeping the position for now.
Itzpapalotltotec managing to control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to hit a scissor sweep but Karter is one step ahead there.
Karter postures up. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Karter manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Karter looking to hit a scissor sweep but Itzpapalotltotec is one step ahead there.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to pass the guard.
Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Karter wants to sweep but no luck.
Itzpapalotltotec is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Karter looking for a sweep. Not yet Karter, not yet.
Itzpapalotltotec content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec sitting in guard here, content to control.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB#
Karter throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Karter has a closed guard, preventing Itzpapalotltotec from standing up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hook to the body. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Karter moves away from the strike by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karter was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter sizes up Itzpapalotltotec with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nice shot by Karter.
Karter lands a nice hook to Itzpapalotltotec's body. Itzpapalotltotec takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Karter strikes.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Itzpapalotltotec lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Karter displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Karter manages to avoid it.
Karter changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Karter scores with a nice right hand.
Karter steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook. Karter ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
A little feinted left hand from Karter on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Karter.
Karter plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Karter lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
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 Jesus Christ Karter will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Karter throws a wild body kick that Itzpapalotltotec sees coming a mile off.#CL#
Karter moves into range and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Karter lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec taking a breather.
Karter lands a right hand.
Karter lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec decides to pull guard.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Karter has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karter trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom.
Karter scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working for a triangle but Karter defends it easily. #T1##SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Karter defends well.
Itzpapalotltotec being controlled here, momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping moving, preventing Karter from controlling successfully.
Itzpapalotltotec 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.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Karter preventing the sweep.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to control.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to sweep but no luck.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping moving, preventing Karter from controlling successfully.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Karter misses with the combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Karter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Jesus Christ Karter is winning the standup battle so far.
Karter lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3#
A shot to the liver by Itzpapalotltotec. Beautiful body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Karter scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Karter is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Karter content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Karter moves into full mount! Itzpapalotltotec won't be happy about that!
Karter landing shots from mount.
Karter landing punches. #SUB#
Karter wants to finish this one by submission but Itzpapalotltotec is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Karter.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec is squirming around, avoiding Karter's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec is working to get back to half guard.
Karter wants to control the pace but Itzpapalotltotec is squirming around nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying desperately to improve position.
Itzpapalotltotec in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Karter trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec working to try and regain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jesus Christ Karter dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Karter fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Itzpapalotltotec has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Karter.
Karter throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Karter is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Itzpapalotltotec can do to turn this around?
Karter throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec thuds a left hand into Karter's body.
Karter cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a good jab.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Karter uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Karter throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Karter lands a leg kick that knocks Itzpapalotltotec off balance momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Karter shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Karter.
Karter lands a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot that snaps Karter's head back.
Karter misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Karter.
Karter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Karter avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Karter misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Karter.
Karter moves into range and connects with a jab.
Karter drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Karter is out of range.
Donk. Karter catches Itzpapalotltotec right on the button with a cross.#T2#
Karter tests Itzpapalotltotec's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Karter keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Karter throws a leg kick which misses Itzpapalotltotec's front leg but catches the back leg as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid it.
Karter misses with a straight left.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to move into range but Karter moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A shot to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses
and Karter connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Karter staying out of range there.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karter was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Karter fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter tries to land a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec saw it coming and moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Karter's body.
Karter scores with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Karter showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec. #T3#
Karter scores with a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right and a left that Karter avoids nicely.
Karter avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec. #CL#
Karter clinches with his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Karter.
Karter working aggressively here.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a hook that snaps the head of Karter backwards.
Karter tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Karter working aggressively here.
Karter has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec stalling. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Karter goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Karter slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
Karter ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Karter takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a straight right hand from Karter.
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!
Karter changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid it but Karter manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Itzpapalotltotec to the ground. Itzpapalotltotec escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jesus Christ Karter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD#
Karter scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Karter trying to pass the guard but Itzpapalotltotec defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to roll over but Karter keeps him under control.
Itzpapalotltotec has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Karter is working away from the top position though.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itzpapalotltotec tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jesus Christ Karter showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Karter 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jesus Christ Karter!
A relieved looking Jesus Christ Karter thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 233
Date: Feb 22, 2023

#R1#
Half Assed bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Half Assed swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Half Assed's head but Half Assed sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A quick step to the side and Half Assed tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Half Assed scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Half Assed takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Half Assed loads up on a big left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Half Assed scores with a crisp jab that stopped Itzpapalotltotec in his tracks.
Half Assed looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Half Assed at a distance.
Half Assed looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the leg kick from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a straight right hand from Half Assed.#T1#
Half Assed dives in and grabs Itzpapalotltotec's left leg, looking for a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec pushes down on Half Assed's head and hops out.
Half Assed moves out of range of the strikes.
A slow jab from Half Assed misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Half Assed was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Half Assed manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Half Assed moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Half Assed. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec leaves Half Assed with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Half Assed. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Half Assed's head but Half Assed sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Half Assed avoids a punch combination nicely.
Half Assed seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T2#
Half Assed looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that Half Assed ducks under and follows up with a left that Half Assed also avoids with ease.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Half Assed is just out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Half Assed on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Half Assed looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a left hand.
Half Assed slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Half Assed misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Half Assed uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec. #TD#
Half Assed shoots in and gets a takedown into Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Half Assed trying to control the position from guard on top but Itzpapalotltotec is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Half Assed has gone for a leg lock! Itzpapalotltotec slips out almost immediately though and dives into Half Assed's guard.#REVB##T3##SUB#
Half Assed looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass the guard but Half Assed is keeping the position.
Itzpapalotltotec seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec drops back looking for a leg! Half Assed is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Half Assed manages to kick Itzpapalotltotec off! Itzpapalotltotec jumps back into Half Assed's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Itzpapalotltotec is pushing down on Half Assed's leg trying to pass to half guard. Half Assed is fighting to maintain full guard but Itzpapalotltotec has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Half Assed looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents Half Assed from improving his position.
Half Assed is trying to maintain the position but Itzpapalotltotec is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Half Assed defends it well.
Itzpapalotltotec slows the pace down in half guard.
Half Assed is not content to let Itzpapalotltotec control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick from Half Assed.
Good shot there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Half Assed throws a nice head kick!
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Half Assed was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a left hand.
Half Assed cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an open hand slap.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Half Assed.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Half Assed looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Itzpapalotltotec engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T1##SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Anti Half Assed overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Half Assed wants to sweep here but Itzpapalotltotec controlling him for the moment.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Half Assed keeps moving.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to free his leg and advance position but Half Assed is retaining full guard.
Half Assed lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Half Assed stopping the sweep attempt from Itzpapalotltotec.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Half Assed is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Half Assed has passed into half guard!
Half Assed is stalling here. Itzpapalotltotec is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Half Assed seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Itzpapalotltotec has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Half Assed tries to improve position but can't.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to take a break and control but Half Assed is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Half Assed's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into full mount!
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the attempt from Half Assed to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Itzpapalotltotec tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Half Assed tries to reverse the position but Itzpapalotltotec maintains control.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the position easily from mount.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to take Half Assed's back here but Half Assed is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to control but Half Assed wriggling away.
Half Assed wants to hold on but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him away.
Half Assed working to try and regain half guard.
Half Assed manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Half Assed is refusing to be controlled, as Itzpapalotltotec sits in half guard. #T4#
Still in half guard, Itzpapalotltotec seems content to control.
Half Assed is looking to control Itzpapalotltotec's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Half Assed avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for a kimura but Half Assed is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Half Assed is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Itzpapalotltotec pulls his head out easily.
Half Assed trying to control from the bottom.
Half Assed trying to get back to full guard but Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Itzpapalotltotec looking to control and managing it successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a punch combination nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Half Assed loads up on a big left hand.
Half Assed avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Half Assed moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice right hand.
Half Assed throws a shot from downtown. Itzpapalotltotec moves away and avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Half Assed's head but Half Assed sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Half Assed steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Half Assed ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Half Assed's body.
Half Assed darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot to the body.
Half Assed pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Half Assed throws a right hand that Itzpapalotltotec ducks under and follows up with a left that Itzpapalotltotec also avoids with ease.
Half Assed throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab right on the kisser.
Half Assed avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Half Assed lands a jab to the nose.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Half Assed walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Half Assed throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Half Assed's shoulder, as Half Assed tries to avoid the shot.
Half Assed appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Half Assed's body.
Itzpapalotltotec with a nice cross.
Half Assed bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Anti Half Assed has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Half Assed throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Half Assed scores with a sloppy right hand. Itzpapalotltotec should have avoided that one.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Half Assed throws a wild body kick that Itzpapalotltotec sees coming a mile off.
Half Assed throws out a powerful jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Half Assed was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Half Assed throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Half Assed takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
enabling Half Assed to counter with a crisp jab.
Half Assed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Half Assed.
Nice shot by Itzpapalotltotec.#T3##TD#
Half Assed scores with a takedown into Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping moving, preventing Half Assed from controlling successfully.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working for a triangle but Half Assed defends it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Half Assed defends it easily.
Half Assed stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Itzpapalotltotec swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Half Assed not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Half Assed trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Half Assed trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Half Assed's guard. #REVB#
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Half Assed is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Itzpapalotltotec stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Half Assed swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Half Assed wants to sweep but no luck.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Well Itzpapalotltotec 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 227
Date: Jan 28, 2023

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a takedown attempt
and Lentz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lentz scores with a hook.
Lentz uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an off balance right hand
letting Lentz counter with a right hand.
Lentz looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Lentz sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A combination from Itzpapalotltotec does no damage.
Lentz throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Lentz avoids it with no problem.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Lentz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lentz is controlling Itzpapalotltotec's posture.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Lentz looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Lentz can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Itzpapalotltotec controls the pace.
Itzpapalotltotec's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to free his leg and advance position but Lentz is retaining full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lentz fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight left.
Lentz connects with a body shot that sends Itzpapalotltotec's belly button to the back.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Itzpapalotltotec lands in his opponent's guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Lentz manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lentz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Itzpapalotltotec or not.
The referee is keeping an eye on Itzpapalotltotec - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Itzpapalotltotec taking a breather.
Itzpapalotltotec receives a warning from the referee for stalling.
Lentz prevents a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Lentz scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
Lentz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a punch combination nicely. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Lentz lands with a kick to the temple. Itzpapalotltotec shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Itzpapalotltotec takes one to the chin there.
Itzpapalotltotec drops his hands momentarily and Lentz takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jab, jab by Lentz - just one landing.
Lentz lands with a nice combination. Itzpapalotltotec backs away looking to recover.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a kick to the body.
It looks like Lentz has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a few strikes there.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab but it's blocked by Lentz.
A telegraphed right hand from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Lentz misses the target.
A shot to the liver by Lentz. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Lentz takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Lentz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Lentz misses with a looping left.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lentz was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Lentz lands a right hook to the body.
Lentz connects with a jab.
Lentz cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a right hand to the side of the head.
Lentz lands a nice looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Lentz lands a lovely overhand right.
Lentz throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lentz sizes up Itzpapalotltotec with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Lentz avoids the punch easily.
Lentz feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Lentz is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lentz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leon Lentz dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Lentz blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Itzpapalotltotec fails with a takedown attempt.
A jab lands there for Lentz.
Lentz bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Lentz swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lentz manages to avoid it.
Lentz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Itzpapalotltotec can do to turn this around?
Lentz clobbers Itzpapalotltotec with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec does it's job there.
Lentz connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes from Lentz. Those never looked like landing.
Leon Lentz is winning the standup battle so far.
Lentz lands with a nice body kick.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice shot by Lentz.
Lentz tries to score with a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec moves his leg out of the way.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Lentz throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Lentz moves into range and connects with a jab.
Lentz misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
That kick from Lentz tenderised Itzpapalotltotec's leg. Itzpapalotltotec is trying to keep his angry face on.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in looking for a takedown but Lentz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Itzpapalotltotec's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lentz misses the jab.
Lentz lands a jab to the nose.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Lentz throws a right and a left that Itzpapalotltotec avoids nicely. #TD2#
Lentz tries to sprawl but Itzpapalotltotec drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to advance position but Lentz won't allow it.
Lentz is holding on to half guard well.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Lentz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the pace.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lentz keeps working.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to pass to full mount but Lentz defends it.
Lentz holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
It looks like Itzpapalotltotec is going to stand back up.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to mount his opponent but Lentz defends it. #T3##SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lentz is just riding it out for now. Itzpapalotltotec eventually gives up the hold.
Lentz is looking to control Itzpapalotltotec's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lentz avoid being mounted?
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lentz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Lentz slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Lentz is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a looping right hand.
Lentz dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Lentz misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Lentz throws a sloppy head kick and Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
Lentz slips under a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Lentz.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
An attempted straight right counter from Lentz misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the body kick.
Lentz misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot from downtown. Lentz moves away and avoids it.
Lentz throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a combination but Lentz avoids it well.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Lentz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lentz throws a right hand that Itzpapalotltotec ducks under and follows up with a left that Itzpapalotltotec also avoids with ease.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Leon Lentz dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lentz scores with a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lentz's head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lentz doesn't seem bothered though.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Lentz avoids it easily.
A punch combination from Lentz misses.
A jab from Lentz does it's job there.
Lentz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a double leg but Lentz sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Lentz on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice uppercut there from Lentz.
Lentz tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Lentz gets a clinch. #BC#
Lentz breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1##TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lentz napping and manages to drive through into side control!

Lentz bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Lentz throws an off balance right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot to the body.
Lentz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab.
It looked like Lentz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Itzpapalotltotec has a takedown stuffed.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lentz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lentz scores with a one two! Itzpapalotltotec had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Lentz with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Lentz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lentz misses with a looping right.
Lentz tries to land a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec saw it coming and moves away. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Lentz.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lentz throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Leon Lentz is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a few strikes there.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Lentz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Lentz looks to throw a body kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a one-two to the body.
Lentz uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Lentz misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Lentz is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a body shot.
Lentz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Lentz. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Lentz defends it well.
Lentz lands with an uppercut that bounces Itzpapalotltotec off the cage and back into range.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lentz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lentz throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Itzpapalotltotec waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lentz.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#CL#
Lentz closes the distance and clinches.
Itzpapalotltotec dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.#BC#
Lentz breaks from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lentz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Itzpapalotltotec is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lentz appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Lentz's ribcage but misses.
Lentz is looking to counter punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab but it's blocked by Lentz.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lentz with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A low kick lands for Lentz.
Itzpapalotltotec will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A counter left hand to the body from Lentz misses its target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Lentz moves out of range.
Lentz misses with the combination.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a right hand
and Lentz counters with a stiff right hand.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Leon Lentz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lentz throws a head kick that looked like it stung.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leon Lentz!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 220
Date: Jan 04, 2023

#R1#
Nice uppercut there from Karter.
Karter misses with a low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Karter seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Karter loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Karter.
Despite the aggression on Itzpapalotltotec's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Itzpapalotltotec has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Karter finds it's way round the side to connect with Itzpapalotltotec's head.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Karter doesn't seem bothered though.
Karter throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it.
Karter darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Karter.
Karter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks right into an uppercut from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Karter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A jab lands there for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with an overhand left.
A nice leg kick lands there from Karter. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Karter manages to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Karter looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Karter throws a right and a left that Itzpapalotltotec avoids nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with the left hand. Karter knows he should have avoided that one. #TD#
Karter fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Itzpapalotltotec to the ground. Karter is now in Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to keep a closed guard but Karter is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Karter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Karter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Karter avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec keeping full guard, as Karter tries to pass.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Karter pushing down on Itzpapalotltotec's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Karter is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Karter is thwarting Itzpapalotltotec's attempts to control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Karter is staying active.
Karter wants to lay and pray for a moment but Itzpapalotltotec keeps working. #T3#
Karter drops an elbow to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec actively working from the bottom here.
Karter is trying to control the action in half guard but Itzpapalotltotec is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Karter looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Karter is keen to just control but Itzpapalotltotec is a slippery customer.
Itzpapalotltotec is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Karter's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Karter's back!#SUB2#
Karter fending off the submission attempt from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter trying to control but not successfully. #T4##SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Itzpapalotltotec struggling to keep hold of the position. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Karter wants to escape the position but for the time being he's just trying to control the pace.
Karter is really stuck here.
Will Itzpapalotltotec go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Itzpapalotltotec controlling well, preventing Karter from escaping the position.
Karter is working hard here to advance position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jesus Christ Karter will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Karter misses with a low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that Karter ducks under and follows up with a left that Karter also avoids with ease.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a head kick by Karter.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Karter.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Karter tests Itzpapalotltotec's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Karter uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter scores with a nice body kick.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Karter swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Karter moves out of range.
Karter is looking to score with low kicks.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Karter's ribs.
Karter fails with an attempt to clinch. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Karter.
Karter scores with a nice strike.
Karter closes this distance looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sloppy strikes from Itzpapalotltotec. Those never looked like landing.
Karter tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Karter misses its intended target.
Karter shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Itzpapalotltotec pinned against the cage. Itzpapalotltotec gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Karter rather than just go for the knockout.
Karter works the jab nicely.
Karter is looking to chop away at Itzpapalotltotec's legs.
A slow jab from Karter misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook
enabling Karter to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karter was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.#CL#
Karter moves into range and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Karter.
Karter blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Itzpapalotltotec.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Karter with a nice body shot.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Itzpapalotltotec in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Itzpapalotltotec working aggressively here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter goes for a takedown attempt but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jesus Christ Karter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Karter throws out a powerful jab.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Karter connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Karter cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Karter throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Karter's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Itzpapalotltotec connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Karter scrambles back to his feet.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Karter.
Karter takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Karter digs a good hook to Itzpapalotltotec's body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Karter avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
It looked like Karter was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Karter jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Karter is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Karter's ribcage but misses.
Karter pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Karter. Karter obviously looking to wear him down.
Karter swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
As Karter backs off Itzpapalotltotec throws a huge counter combo but Karter manages to avoid it all.
Karter throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Karter clobbers Itzpapalotltotec with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Karter with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice straight punches there by Itzpapalotltotec. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Karter does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Karter.
Karter looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Karter ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Itzpapalotltotec wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice defenses there by Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Karter takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Karter throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Karter misses the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Karter's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Karter.
Karter feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Itzpapalotltotecs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A lazy left from Karter finds it's target.
A telegraphed right hand from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Karter tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Karter misses the shot to the body.
Karter lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Karter has time to react.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Karter moves out of range.
Karter was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Karter.
A telegraphed right hand from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Jesus Christ Karter is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Karter misses.
Karter ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Karter with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Karter fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Karter throws a shot to the body. #T1#
Nice body kick from Karter.
Karter throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Karter at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the body.
Karter moves out of range of the strikes.
Karter is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter wants to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec slips to the side
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Karter.
A nice leg kick from Karter, right into the meat of the thigh.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice hook to Karter's body. Karter takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a single shot there.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Karter moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Karter ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A big right from Karter misses. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec tests Karter's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Karter throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight left.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Karter was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Karter was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Nice defenses there by Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec 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.
An inside leg kick lands from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec tests Karter's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Karter throws a series of strikes that have Itzpapalotltotec backpedaling.
Karter throws a nice outside leg kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Karter gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T3#
Karter misses with a body shot.
Karter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Karter throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Karter.
Karter is looking to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Karter throws a half hearted mid kick.
Karter goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Karter on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
A head kick misses from Karter.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs Karter to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Donk. Karter catches Itzpapalotltotec right on the button with a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Itzpapalotltotec shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Karter eats them both and turns towards Itzpapalotltotec to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Karter lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Karter avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Karter moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab, cross combination.
Karter lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Karter throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for Karter.
Karter throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Karter connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Karter scores with a jab. Itzpapalotltotec acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Karter slips under a jab.
Karter misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Karter can pounce on him.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Karter uses good head movement to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
I think Itzpapalotltotec has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Jesus Christ Karter!
Jesus Christ Karter thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 214
Date: Dec 14, 2022

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands the left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sloppy strikes from Itzpapalotltotec. Those never looked like landing.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a punch combination nicely.
Paetmar slips under a jab.
Paetmar steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Paetmar throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Paetmar was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Paetmar 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.
Itzpapalotltotec thuds his right hand into Paetmar's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Paetmar's ribcage but misses.
Paetmar tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Paetmar throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
We've been hearing reports that Itzpapalotltotec has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Paetmar lands with an overhand left.
Paetmar tries to clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec circles away and keeps his distance.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Paetmar is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot.
Paetmar fails in his attempt to clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Paetmar with a good jab.
Paetmar throws a series of punches but Itzpapalotltotec avoids them all with ease.
A punch combination from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Paetmar's shoulder, as Paetmar tries to avoid the shot. #CL2#
Paetmar closes the distance and pushes Itzpapalotltotec back into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Paetmar fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Paetmar trying to control the position but instead, Itzpapalotltotec has worked for underhooks and has pushed Paetmar into the cage.
Paetmar struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Itzpapalotltotec.#TD2#
Paetmar has Itzpapalotltotec pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Paetmar pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Itzpapalotltotec tumbling to the mat - Paetmar dives into Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
My spies in LA Training Center inform me that Paetmar has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Itzpapalotltotec is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Paetmar works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Paetmar lands with a punch from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Paetmar is looking for a kimura here.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Paetmar postures up.
Paetmar perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Paetmar is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Itzpapalotltotec is pressing down on Paetmar's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Paetmar got a little sloppy there for a moment and Itzpapalotltotec has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Paetmar has managed to get both his arms back between Itzpapalotltotec's legs - danger averted.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Itzpapalotltotec sitting in guard here, content to control.
Itzpapalotltotec stopping the sweep attempt from Paetmar.
Paetmar keeping full guard, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to pass. #SUB2#
Paetmar is looking for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec pushes his legs off easily.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Paetmar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Paetmar wants to sweep but no luck.
Itzpapalotltotec is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Paetmar has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T4#
Paetmar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Paetmar being controlled here, momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing down on Paetmar's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Paetmar wants to improve his position but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling well.
Paetmar trying to hold on to Itzpapalotltotec's head to control him but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Paetmar is looking to improve his position.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Paetmar strikes.
Paetmar tries to clinch there but Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
Paetmar fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jab, jab by Itzpapalotltotec - just one landing.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a good cross that connects.
Paetmar with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Itzpapalotltotec to score with a decent uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Paetmar moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Paetmar tries to counter with a clinch but Itzpapalotltotec shakes him off and moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the head.
Paetmar is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Paetmar avoids a punch combination nicely. #CL2#
Paetmar gets a clinch. #T1#
Paetmar is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Paetmar's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Paetmar tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Itzpapalotltotec stops a takedown attempt from Paetmar.
Paetmar misses with the head strike. #TD2#
Paetmar jumps guard and drags Itzpapalotltotec to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Itzpapalotltotec has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Paetmar is proving hard to escape from.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Paetmar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Paetmar trying to keep a closed guard but Itzpapalotltotec is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec got a little sloppy there for a moment and Paetmar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Itzpapalotltotec has managed to get both his arms back between Paetmar's legs - danger averted.
Itzpapalotltotec preventing the sweep.
Paetmar is looking to sweep but instead, Itzpapalotltotec has passed into half guard. #SUB2#
Paetmar looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Itzpapalotltotec in particular looking to stall.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec uses his free foot to push down on Paetmar's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Paetmar.
Itzpapalotltotec tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Paetmar is wriggling around trying to escape.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling from mount.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Paetmar tries to lock up and control but Itzpapalotltotec gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Paetmar really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Paetmar can do to turn this around?
Paetmar wants to control but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.#SUB#
Paetmar tries to improve his position but Itzpapalotltotec has taken his back! Itzpapalotltotec has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Paetmar tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Itzpapalotltotec pushes Paetmar away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
During a confident post fight interview, Pablo Itzpapalotltotec thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Venali Paetmar stepped up to the mic, saying 'Next time...'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 202
Date: Nov 09, 2022

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Knox throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Knox darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Knox.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Knox saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Knox loads up on a big left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Knox just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Itzpapalotltotec was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
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!
Knox keeps Itzpapalotltotec under control for a moment.
Knox is not content to let Itzpapalotltotec control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Knox's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Knox is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec controls the position from side control.
Knox is not content to let Itzpapalotltotec control the position.
Knox is looking to reverse the position.
Knox can't do much from the bottom here.
Knox is not content to let Itzpapalotltotec control the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Itzpapalotltotec advances to mount.
Knox is wriggling around trying to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents Knox from getting the reversal.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to take his opponent's back.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the pace for now.
Knox wants to control but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to take his opponent's back but Knox doesn't allow it.
Knox is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at The Rubber Guard Emporium, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling from mount.
Knox is looking to improve his position but Itzpapalotltotec isn't that keen on the idea.#T3#
Knox wants to hold on but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him away.
Knox is trying desperately to improve position.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control but Knox is having none of it.
Knox wants to control but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but instead Knox manages to regain half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Knox flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the pace.
Let's hope that Itzpapalotltotec has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T4#
Knox has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for a submission of some sort.
Knox regains full guard. Nicely done.
Knox is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Knox can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Itzpapalotltotec controls the pace.
Knox keeping moving, preventing Itzpapalotltotec from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Itzpapalotltotec content to stall in guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Knox moves away from the strike by Itzpapalotltotec.
A jab lands there for Knox.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Knox.
Knox thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Knox lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a lovely overhand right.
Knox misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Knox connects with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from Knox misses the target.
Knox pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Knox rather than just go for the knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Knox dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Knox lands with an overhand left.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Good exchange - Knox coming out on top.#T1#
Knox moves out of range of the strikes.
Knox is looking to counter the offense by Itzpapalotltotec and move into the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Knox's head but Knox sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Knox does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the body.
Knox throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
and Knox counters with a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Knox moves out of range.
Knox is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Aramis Knox is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Knox defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Knox wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Itzpapalotltotec catches Knox with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A jab from Knox misses.
Knox throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Knox throws out a powerful jab.
Knox throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Knox throws a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs at Knox's body.
Aramis Knox is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Knox moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Knox.
Aramis Knox seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Knox blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Knox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Knox lands a really nice looking cross but Itzpapalotltotec seems unphased.
Knox throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Knox tests Itzpapalotltotec's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Knox misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Knox throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Decent striking displayed by Knox there.
Knox steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Knox was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Knox moves away from the strike by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec dodges the punch combination from Knox.
Itzpapalotltotec is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Knox was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Knox takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Knox throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a right hand
and Knox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a shot to the body.
Knox swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Knox.
A shot to the liver by Knox. Beautiful body shot.
Knox misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T4#
Knox misses with a straight left.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Knox strikes.
Knox moves out of range of the strikes.
A little feinted left hand from Knox on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Knox throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Knox.
Knox doesn't manage to clinch there - Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Knox sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Knox manages to avoid it.
Knox defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
Knox stuns Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Knox throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec swats away the attempt to clinch by Knox.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Knox darts in and clinches Itzpapalotltotec up against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Aramis Knox dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Knox sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Knox throws out the jab.
The crowd cheers as Knox lands an impressive looking overhand right. Itzpapalotltotec doesn't seem phased though.
Itzpapalotltotec lands the left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Knox missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Knox has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Knox is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Itzpapalotltotec pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Knox is staying active underneath Itzpapalotltotec, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Well, if Itzpapalotltotec is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait. #T1#
Knox misses with some strikes from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Knox wants to get back to full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to control. Knox wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Knox actively working from the bottom here.
Itzpapalotltotec is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Knox trying to hold on to Itzpapalotltotec's head to control him but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to take a breather but Knox is having none of it.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
The fighters are battling for position here. Knox manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Knox keeping full guard, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to pass. #SUB#
Knox is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec frees his head nicely. Oh but Knox has switched to an armbar! Itzpapalotltotec is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Aramis Knox!
Our winner, Aramis Knox, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 191
Date: Oct 08, 2022

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urameshi.
Urameshi looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a takedown attempt - Urameshi sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Urameshi is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.
Urameshi looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Urameshi looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
It looked like Urameshi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a sloppy body shot
and Urameshi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in looking for a takedown but Urameshi manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Itzpapalotltotec's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Urameshi does a little dance to reset his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Urameshi misses its target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Urameshi doesn't seem bothered though.
Urameshi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Urameshi. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Urameshi rather than just go for the knockout.
Urameshi throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that Urameshi ducks under and follows up with a left that Urameshi also avoids with ease.
Urameshi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a left hand
and Urameshi counters with a stiff right hand.
Urameshi fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a looping overhand right but Urameshi ducks down to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Urameshi moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Urameshi misses the target.
Urameshi has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Marty Robbin's Fight Ranch in the buildup to the fight.
Itzpapalotltotec takes one to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs at Urameshi's body.
Urameshi lands a jab to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.#T2##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Urameshi enables Itzpapalotltotec to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Urameshi manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Urameshi is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Urameshi wants to stand up but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him. #ES#
Urameshi manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice right hand.
Urameshi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Urameshi slips under a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a sloppy body shot
and Urameshi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Urameshi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Itzpapalotltotec scrambles back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Urameshi takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Urameshi pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec drops his hands momentarily and Urameshi takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Urameshi throws a jab but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Nice straight punches there by Itzpapalotltotec. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Urameshi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Itzpapalotltotec is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body shot.
Urameshi misses with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice body shot.
Urameshi is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Urameshi takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Urameshi blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Urameshi.
Jab, jab by Urameshi - just one landing. #T4#
Urameshi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Urameshi moves out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a double jab
and Urameshi connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Urameshi to score with a decent uppercut.
Nice body punch from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Urameshi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Urameshi uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Urameshi moves out of range as Itzpapalotltotec strikes.
Urameshi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Urameshi throws a jab but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Urameshi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yusuke Urameshi is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild combination.
Urameshi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
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 Yusuke Urameshi will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Urameshi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Urameshi.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi walks into a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Urameshi was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Urameshi dips to his left and cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an uppercut!
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Urameshi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #TD2#
Urameshi gets caught flat footed, as Itzpapalotltotec shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Urameshi is looking to stand up but Itzpapalotltotec isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec controls from within his opponent's guard.
Urameshi is looking to stand up but Itzpapalotltotec isn't so interested in that idea.
Urameshi wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Itzpapalotltotec manages to pass to side control.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to free his trapped foot but Urameshi is holding on for dear life with his legs. #ES#
Urameshi pushes Itzpapalotltotec off and gets back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild combination.
Urameshi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Urameshi lands a right hook to the body. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Urameshi throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Urameshi.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut.
Urameshi works Itzpapalotltotec's body with a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urameshi.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Urameshi was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
A little feinted left hand from Urameshi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Urameshi misses with a lunging right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a two punch combo.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Urameshi does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Urameshi moves away.
Urameshi throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Urameshi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Nice uppercut lands for Urameshi. That snapped Itzpapalotltotec's head back.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab from Urameshi.
Urameshi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Yusuke Urameshi is winning the standup battle so far.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab but it's blocked by Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Urameshi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Jab, jab by Urameshi - just one landing.
Urameshi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Urameshi slips a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice head shot.
Urameshi misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Urameshi thinking.
Urameshi throws a shot from downtown. Itzpapalotltotec moves away and avoids it.#T4#
Urameshi misses the shot to the body.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Urameshi moves out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice looking jab.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Urameshi is just out of range.
Urameshi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Urameshi moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a body shot that misses
and Urameshi counters with a stiff right hand.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Urameshi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a shot to the body
and Urameshi counters with a left to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Urameshi throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Urameshi misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Urameshi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range. Poor timing from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Urameshi misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to Urameshi's midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
Urameshi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that Urameshi ducks under and follows up with a left that Urameshi also avoids with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
It looked like Urameshi wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Urameshi's ribcage but misses.
Urameshi lands a right hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Urameshi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a predictable looking body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a few strikes there.
Urameshi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Urameshi.
Urameshi scores with a crisp jab that stopped Itzpapalotltotec in his tracks.
Urameshi misses the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot that sends Urameshi's belly button to the back.
Itzpapalotltotec swings widly with a right hand
enabling Urameshi to counter with a crisp jab.
A shot to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Urameshi lands with a right hand.
Urameshi lands a really nice looking cross but Itzpapalotltotec seems unphased.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Urameshi's body. #T2#
Urameshi stuns Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Urameshi.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Urameshi cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Itzpapalotltotec looks for a takedown but Urameshi sprawls well.
Urameshi was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Urameshi pinned against the cage. Urameshi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Urameshi is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Urameshi loads up on a big left hand.
Urameshi looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Danga de danga de dang - Itzpapalotltotec scores with a four punch combination!
Urameshi takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Urameshi avoids the punch easily.
Urameshi misses with a wild body shot. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Urameshi.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
No joy there for Itzpapalotltotec, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Urameshi walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Urameshi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a lunging right hand
and Urameshi counters with a nice uppercut.
Urameshi lands a head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the body punch
and Urameshi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Urameshi moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Urameshi doesn't seem bothered though.
Urameshi misses the shot to the body.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a predictable looking body shot
and Urameshi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Itzpapalotltotec thinking. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Urameshi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Urameshi slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
A telegraphed right hand from Urameshi misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Urameshi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Urameshi is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice looking combination but Urameshi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Urameshi throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Urameshi takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Urameshi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Urameshi misses the shot to the body.
Urameshi avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Yusuke Urameshi.
I think Urameshi has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Yusuke Urameshi!
A relieved looking Yusuke Urameshi thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 181
Date: Sep 11, 2022

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right and a left that Dominguez avoids nicely.
The fighters circling - Dominguez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Dominguez moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dominguez misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Dominguez swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot
and Dominguez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec punishes Dominguez's body with a nice straight punch.
Itzpapalotltotec lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Dominguez tries to move into range but Itzpapalotltotec moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Dominguez tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Itzpapalotltotec is in Dominguez's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Dominguez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dominguez looking for a sweep. Not yet Dominguez, not yet.
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Itzpapalotltotec slips nicely into half guard.#T1#
Dominguez looks like he's trying to stand up.
Well, if Itzpapalotltotec is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Dominguez wants to control but Itzpapalotltotec is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dominguez defends it well.
Dominguez is trying to get back to full guard.
Dominguez has his hands clasped together around Itzpapalotltotec's back. He's all about the action.
Dominguez is trying to stand back up but Itzpapalotltotec is controlling him
Itzpapalotltotec slows the pace down in half guard. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to take a breather but Dominguez is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to mount his opponent but Dominguez defends it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dominguez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dominguez 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.
Itzpapalotltotec is stalling in the full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Dominguez keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass the guard but Dominguez is keeping the position.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dominguez tries to clinch there but Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good shot there by Itzpapalotltotec.
A slow jab from Dominguez misses its intended target.
Dominguez misses with a straight left.
Dominguez fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Itzpapalotltotec looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dominguez at a distance.
Dominguez drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Dominguez moves out of range.
Dominguez lands a jab to Itzpapalotltotec's midsection.
Dominguez defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
A nice leg kick from Dominguez, right into the meat of the thigh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dominguez avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
A nice side step and Dominguez releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the body
and Dominguez makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Dominguez is just out of range.
Dominguez throws a predictable looking body shot
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dominguez walks into a stiff left hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice cross by Dominguez.
A big left from Dominguez misses.
Dominguez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Dominguez has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dominguez walks into a stiff left hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Dominguez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez throws out a powerful jab.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Dominguez.
Dominguez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Montesh Dominguez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dominguez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Dominguez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Dominguez just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Dominguez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dominguez swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dominguez tests Itzpapalotltotec's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is winning the standup battle so far.
Dominguez throws a poor cross that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Dominguez dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Dominguez.
Dominguez takes a body punch but keeps moving.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Dominguez is just out of range.
Dominguez takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Sloppy strikes from Itzpapalotltotec. Those never looked like landing.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Dominguez's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Dominguez ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the strikes.
A big right from Dominguez misses.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps the fight on the outside.
Dominguez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dominguez missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big counter combination but Dominguez scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dominguez looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dominguez dodges the punch combination from Itzpapalotltotec.
A nice side step and Dominguez releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Dominguez takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dominguez manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
A left lands for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot that snaps Dominguez's head back. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Dominguez on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dominguez misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dominguez misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses its target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Dominguez takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to wear down Dominguez with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice strike.
Dominguez misses with a body punch
and Dominguez takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dominguez ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dominguez.
Dominguez misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dominguez throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec lunges at Dominguez with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dominguez's hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot to the body.
A nice leg kick from Dominguez, right into the meat of the thigh. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dominguez with the inside leg kick.
Dominguez looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a one two combo.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Dominguez can do to turn this around?
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dominguez keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dominguez.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Dominguez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that Dominguez ducks under and follows up with a left that Dominguez also avoids with ease.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Dominguez.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Dominguezs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Dominguez tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Itzpapalotltotec is able to avoid easily.#CL2#
Dominguez clinches up against the cage.
Dominguez pushes off an throws an elbow but Itzpapalotltotec leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dominguez is defending well for now.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dominguez throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Itzpapalotltotecs head.
Dominguez lands a left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Dominguez using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Itzpapalotltotec has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dominguez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dominguez lands a knee to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a head punch that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Dominguez using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Itzpapalotltotec has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Itzpapalotltotec working aggressively here.
Dominguez gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Dominguez lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Dominguez scores with a shoulder strike.
Dominguez struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A short uppercut from Dominguez.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Dominguez tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Dominguez throws a low kick but it's checked well by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dominguez was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Dominguez connects with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A big right from Dominguez misses.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good hook to Dominguez's body.
Dominguez takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Dominguez misses with a wild body shot.
Dominguez lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Itzpapalotltotec at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Dominguez is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dominguez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dominguez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Dominguez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dominguez throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Dominguez is just out of range.#T1#
Dominguez looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Dominguez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little feinted left hand from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dominguez wants to clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec keeps it at a distance.
Dominguez throws a one two combo.
Itzpapalotltotec fails with the takedown.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Dominguez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Dominguez is just out of range.
Dominguez throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dominguez lands a jab to Itzpapalotltotec's midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Dominguez's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
Dominguez just misses with a punch to the body.
Dominguez throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec clobbers Dominguez with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Dominguez avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dominguez bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Itzpapalotltotec's head backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Dominguez doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD#
Itzpapalotltotec looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.

Dominguez has one foot on Itzpapalotltotec's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Dominguez digs a good body shot into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.
Dominguez takes one to the chin there.
Dominguez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dominguez.
Dominguez connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #TD#
Itzpapalotltotec gets the takedown into side control.

Dominguez throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Dominguez with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dominguez swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
A slapping leg kick lands for Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dominguez was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dominguez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Dominguez lands with a shot to the body.
Dominguez misses with a body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Dominguez lands a jab to Itzpapalotltotec's midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Dominguez.
Itzpapalotltotec works over Dominguez's head and body with a nice combination.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dominguez throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Dominguez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dominguez takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Dominguez throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dominguez throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Dominguez misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter punch.
Dominguez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range. Poor timing from Dominguez.
Dominguez doesn't manage to clinch there - Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
Dominguez has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dominguez there as he acknowledges the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Dominguez misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
Dominguez misses the jab.
Montesh Dominguez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook. Dominguez ducked under it nicely.
Dominguez slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Dominguez throws a right hand that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Montesh Dominguez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Dominguez's ribs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dominguez takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Dominguez looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Dominguez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dominguez takes a shot right to the bread basket.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Montesh Dominguez.
I think Itzpapalotltotec has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 171
Date: Aug 14, 2022

#R1#
The fighters circling - Man Iii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab from Man Iii.
Man Iii misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Man Iii avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Man Iii avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Man Iii is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec with a nice cross.
Man Iii throws a nice looking combination but Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Man Iii moves out of range.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking body shot.
Man Iii throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking body shot.
Man Iii misses with a leg kick
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Man Iii thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Man Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Man Iii scores with a crisp jab that stopped Itzpapalotltotec in his tracks.
Man Iii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Man Iii throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Man Iii swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Man Iii slips under a jab.
Man Iii tried to score with a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
Man Iii throws a leg kick
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Man Iii avoids the punch easily.
Man Iii swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Man Iii.
Man Iii throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Man Iii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a combination but Man Iii avoids it well.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the combination.
A jab from Man Iii misses.
Yip Man Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Man Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a low kick nicely.#T2#
Man Iii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Man Iii's ribs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Man Iii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Man Iii shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Man Iii's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Itzpapalotltotec connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Man Iii scrambles back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Man Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Man Iii lands the left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Man Iii moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man Iii lands a jab-cross combination.
Man Iii ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii throws an off balance right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Man Iii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Man Iii.
The fighters circling - Man Iii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Man Iii throws a leg kick which misses Itzpapalotltotec's front leg but catches the back leg as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Man Iii uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Man Iii misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a nice body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a low kick nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that Man Iii ducks under and follows up with a left that Man Iii also avoids with ease.
Itzpapalotltotec thuds a left hand into Man Iii's body.
Man Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Man Iii was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Man Iii's head backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Man Iii with the inside leg kick.
Man Iii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Man Iii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Man Iii misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Man Iii takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Man Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Man Iii throws a low kick, looking for Itzpapalotltotec's leg but Itzpapalotltotec calmly moves out of range.
Man Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Man Iii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Man Iii misses the jab.
Man Iii punishes Itzpapalotltotec's body with a nice straight punch.
Man Iii looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Man Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Man Iii's ribcage but misses.
Man Iii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Nice defenses there by Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice right hand.
Man Iii bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Man Iii was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Man Iii throws a chopping leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Man Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Man Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Man Iii fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it well.
Man Iii throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
Man Iii misses with a low kick.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Man Iii swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Man Iii throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Man Iii avoids a punch combination nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Man Iiis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Man Iii is just out of range.
Man Iii scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Man Iii misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Man Iii scores with a decent looking hook.
Itzpapalotltotec gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Man Iii uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Itzpapalotltotec. That did some damage!
Man Iii misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Man Iii pivots, looking for a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range and Man Iii settles back down.
Man Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Man Iii blocks a jab.
As Itzpapalotltotec looks to move away, Man Iii throws a big counter combo but Itzpapalotltotec just gets out of the way.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a crisp jab that stopped Man Iii in his tracks.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Man Iii saw that one coming.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Man Iii throws a quick inside leg kick.
Man Iii connects with an inside leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big right hand but Man Iii slips the punch.
Man Iii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Man Iii moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec checks the leg kick nicely there.
Man Iii throws a leg kick that misses.
Man Iii turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Man Iii is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a two punch combination.
Man Iii walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Itzpapalotltotec checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a one two combo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Man Iii lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Man Iii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
Man Iii drops his hands momentarily and Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Man Iii blocks a jab.
Man Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice uppercut there from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the leg kick from Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Man Iii lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Itzpapalotltotec closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Man Iii loads up on a big left hand.
Man Iii misses the jab.
Man Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man Iii swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Man Iii manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Man Iii moves out of range.
Man Iii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Jab, jab by Man Iii - just one landing.
Man Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Man Iii has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Man Iii moves out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Man Iii.
Man Iii throws a nice looking combination but Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Man Iii dips to his left and cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an uppercut!
Man Iii digs a good body shot into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Man Iii saw that one coming.
Man Iii looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the nose.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Man Iii fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Man Iii lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Itzpapalotltotec backs up against the cage.
Man Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range. Poor timing from Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a low kick nicely.
Man Iii misses with a low kick.
Man Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Man Iii throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Man Iii will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Man Iii swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Man Iii avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Man Iii lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Man Iii with a right hand to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec moves forwards but Man Iii connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a low kick nicely.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Man Iii's head.
Man Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range. Poor timing from Man Iii.
Man Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Yip Man Iii will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
Man Iii throws a nice outside leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Man Iii was well out of range.
Man Iii lands a nice leg kick that just misses Itzpapalotltotec's sensitive parts.
Man Iii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Man Iii moves out of range.
Man Iii is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to Man Iii's midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Man Iii moves away.
Man Iii tries to bum rush Itzpapalotltotec with a series of wild strikes but Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Man Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick from Man Iii.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Man Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii staying out of range there.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Man Iii was well out of range.
Man Iii tried to counter with a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec avoided it.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Man Iii.
Man Iii throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Man Iii with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Man Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Man Iii doesn't seem bothered though.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Man Iii moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Man Iii with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Man Iii throws a chopping leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd cheers as Man Iii lands an impressive looking overhand right. Itzpapalotltotec doesn't seem phased though.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Man Iii slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
A shot to the liver by Man Iii. Beautiful body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Man Iii connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A punch lands to the side of Itzpapalotltotec 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Man Iii throws a head kick that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Man Iii with a body shot.
Man Iii misses with a body shot. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Man Iii avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Man Iii lands a head kick!
Man Iii misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Man Iii scoring well with a low kick there.
Man Iii is looking to chop away at Itzpapalotltotec's legs.
Man Iii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii connects with a high kick.
A left lands for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Man Iii blocks it.
Man Iii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A telegraphed right hand from Man Iii misses the target.
Man Iii avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Man Iii with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Man Iii misses with a body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.#T3#
Man Iii slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec drops his hands momentarily and Man Iii takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
Man Iii lands with a thumping leg kick.
Man Iii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Man Iii.
Man Iii misses with a wild combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Man Iii.
Man Iii ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
A clash of legs there as Itzpapalotltotec blocks the low kick.
Man Iii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Man Iii with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A jab from Man Iii finds it's way through Itzpapalotltotec's defenses.
Man Iii jabs Itzpapalotltotec to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Man Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Itzpapalotltotec smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Man Iii takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Man Iii throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec dodges the punch combination from Man Iii.
Man Iii loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Man Iii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Man Iii slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Man Iii moves out of range.
Man Iii half committed to a counter leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Nice body punch from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Man Iii with a nice calf kick.
Man Iii with a nice calf kick.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Yip Man Iii.
Well Man Iii has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 162
Date: Jul 20, 2022

#R1#
Sukulaku loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Sukulaku misses the target.
Sukulaku on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Sukulaku strikes.
Sukulaku jabs Itzpapalotltotec right on the nose. Itzpapalotltotec blinks but takes it well.
Sukulaku throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sukulaku dips to his left and cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an uppercut!
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sukulaku avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Sukulaku throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sukulaku looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Sukulaku looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
It looked like Sukulaku wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sukulaku throws a sloppy head kick and Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
Sukulaku misses with a series of wild punches.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Sukulaku is just out of range.
Sukulaku misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Sukulaku on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Sukulaku loads up on a big left hand.
Sukulaku lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Sukulaku with a right hand to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Sukulaku does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Sukulaku rather than just go for the knockout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Sukulaku does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sukulaku throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Sukulaku moves out of range.
Good exchange - Itzpapalotltotec coming out on top.
Itzpapalotltotec will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sukulaku manages to avoid it.
Sukulaku goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Sukulaku uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an overhand right.
Sukulaku has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Finch Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Itzpapalotltotec with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sukulaku to score with a decent uppercut.
Sukulaku drops his hands momentarily and Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sukulaku manages to avoid it.
Sukulaku misses with an uppercut.
Sukulaku misses with a looping left.
Sukulaku is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Sukulaku misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T2#
Nice cross by Sukulaku.
Sukulaku drops his hands momentarily and Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sukulaku.
Sukulaku lands with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sukulaku misses with a two punch combination.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Sukulaku takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sukulaku avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Sukulaku misses with a looping left.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A jab from Sukulaku misses.
Sukulaku keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sukulaku connects with a good right hand that stumbles Itzpapalotltotec. Itzpapalotltotec circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a kick to the side of the head.
Jyrki Sukulaku seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sukulaku throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#T3#
Sukulaku defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
Sukulaku is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sukulaku connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Itzpapalotltotec scrambles back to his feet.
Sukulaku moves away from the strike by Itzpapalotltotec.
Sukulaku takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sukulaku moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sukulaku lands a head kick!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Sukulaku misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Sukulaku.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sukulaku lunges at Itzpapalotltotec with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec's hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Sukulaku moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sukulaku.
Sukulaku cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an open hand slap.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab and a cross from Sukulaku.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Sukulaku.
Sukulaku throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
A punch combination from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Sukulaku.#T4#
Sukulaku throws a big shot that misses.
Sukulaku throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sukulaku takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sukulaku takes one on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Sukulaku uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Sukulaku slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Sukulaku lands with a shot to the body.
Sukulaku misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Sukulaku's ribcage but misses.
Sukulaku throws a right hand that Itzpapalotltotec ducks under and follows up with a left that Itzpapalotltotec also avoids with ease.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sukulaku lands a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec punishes Sukulaku's body with a nice straight punch.
Sukulaku sizes up Itzpapalotltotec with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jyrki Sukulaku 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#
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot that snaps Sukulaku's head back.
Sukulaku connects with a good right hand that stumbles Itzpapalotltotec. Itzpapalotltotec circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sukulaku moves away.
Sukulaku looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
A head kick misses from Sukulaku.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sukulaku thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sukulaku doesn't seem bothered though.
Itzpapalotltotec punishes Sukulaku's body with a nice straight punch.
Itzpapalotltotec getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Donk. Itzpapalotltotec catches Sukulaku right on the button with a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sukulaku.
Sukulaku lands a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sukulaku connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Itzpapalotltotec bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sukulaku's head.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sukulaku. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a series of punches but Sukulaku moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with the left hand. Sukulaku knows he should have avoided that one.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Sukulaku.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Sukulaku does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sukulaku lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Sukulaku saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Sukulaku misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Sukulaku was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
and Sukulaku counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sukulaku throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Sukulaku waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sukulaku throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sukulaku pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Sukulaku is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Sukulaku on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Sukulaku uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Sukulaku looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Sukulaku missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sukulaku misses with a head kick.
Sukulaku tries a head kick but it misses.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sukulaku looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Sukulaku avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
A punch combination from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Sukulaku throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Sukulaku moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Sukulaku tries to bum rush Itzpapalotltotec with a series of wild strikes but Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sukulaku takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A punch combination from Sukulaku misses.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Sukulaku. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice looking jab.
Itzpapalotltotec has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs at Sukulaku's body.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
Sukulaku uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Sukulaku moves into range and connects with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sukulaku.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Sukulaku.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body shot.
Sukulaku throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Sukulaku avoids it with no problem.
Sukulaku throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sukulaku misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild combination.
Sukulaku missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot.
A slow jab from Sukulaku misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sukulaku.
A swing and a miss from Sukulaku.
Sukulaku misses with a hook.
Sukulaku throws a sloppy head kick
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice looking combination but Sukulaku bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sukulaku throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it.
Sukulaku looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sukulaku misses with a straight left.
Sukulaku blocks a jab.
Sukulaku misses with a straight left.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A telegraphed right hand from Sukulaku misses the target.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sukulaku throws a shot to the body.
Sukulaku throws a shot from downtown. Itzpapalotltotec moves away and avoids it.
Sukulaku swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Sukulaku's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Sukulaku slips a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Sukulaku does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks a nice hook into Sukulaku's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Sukulaku.
Sukulaku ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Sukulaku was well out of range.
Sukulaku takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A shot to the liver by Sukulaku. Beautiful body shot.
Sukulaku misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Sukulaku takes one on the chin but seems OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sukulaku uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Sukulaku fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sukulaku.
Sukulaku throws a head kick that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sukulaku.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.#T1#
Sukulaku moves forwards but Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Sukulaku is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec does it's job there.
Itzpapalotltotec takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A lazy left from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Sukulaku was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sukulaku doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Sukulaku misses the target.
Sukulaku looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
A left lands for Sukulaku.
Sukulaku throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a single shot there.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a glancing blow to the side of Sukulaku's head.
A cross from Sukulaku lands.#T2#
Sukulaku throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Sukulaku.
Sukulaku lands with a straight right. Itzpapalotltotec didn't see that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab from Sukulaku.
A punch combination from Sukulaku misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec works Sukulaku's body with a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
Sukulaku misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sukulaku loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
Sukulaku throws a series of punches but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sukulaku.
Sukulaku ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sukulaku.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Sukulaku was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a body shot.
Sukulaku throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Itzpapalotltotec's head.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sukulaku at a distance.
Sukulaku darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Sukulaku throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Sukulaku blocks it.
Sukulaku throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A left and a right from Itzpapalotltotec both land. Nice combination.
Sukulaku misses with a looping left.
Sukulaku scores with a jab to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Sukulaku looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Sukulaku tries to bum rush Itzpapalotltotec with a series of wild strikes but Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T4#
Sukulaku throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sukulaku misses with a double jab.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Sukulaku displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sukulaku in his tracks.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Sukulaku moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sukulaku.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sukulaku lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Itzpapalotltotec circles away quickly and effectively.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Sukulaku ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec.
Sukulaku smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Sukulaku.
Sukulaku thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sukulaku tries a head kick but it misses.
Sukulaku lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Itzpapalotltotec smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Well Itzpapalotltotec 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 156
Date: Jun 24, 2022

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cobain.
Cobain scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Cobain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cobain misses with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A nice leg kick from Cobain, right into the meat of the thigh.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot that snaps Cobain's head back.
Cobain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cobain moves away.
Cobain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
A shot to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses
and Cobain counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big right hand but Cobain slips the punch.
Cobain staying out of range there.
A left lands for Itzpapalotltotec.
Cobain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cobain let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Cobain with a good jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cobain moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Cobain's ribcage but misses.
Cobain moves out of range of the strikes.
Cobain tries a quick counter leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is wise to it.
Cobain lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big right from Cobain misses.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cobain moves away.
A shot to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses
and Cobain counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Cobain moves out of range.
Cobain throws out a counter right but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it with no problem.
Cobain misses with a straight left.
Cobain slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec sizes up Cobain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Cobain avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Cobain throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Cobain's jab looks to have found its range, popping Itzpapalotltotec under the eye.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cobain throws a predictable looking body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by Cobain. That's going to slow Itzpapalotltotec down.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Cobain moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight left.
Cobain swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Cobain misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a shot to the body.
Cobain lands with a nice body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot that sends Cobain's belly button to the back.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cobain was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Cobain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cobain throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec moved away.
Cobain swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Cobain throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Cobain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Cobain was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with a series of punches.
Cobain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Cobain looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Cobain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cobain ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab but it's blocked by Cobain.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cobain misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to bum rush Cobain with a series of wild strikes but Cobain uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Cobain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T4#
Cobain misses with a looping left.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Cobain.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cobain manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Cobain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cobain tries a quick counter leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is wise to it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Cobain makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Cobain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cobain throws a shot from downtown. Itzpapalotltotec moves away and avoids it.
Cobain misses with a body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Cobain swings away with a body shot that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Cobain throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Cobain is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the leg kick from Cobain.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Cobain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a leg kick.
Cobain throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Cobain slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cobain misses with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cobain avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Cobain shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Cobain.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cobain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Left hook, right uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Cobain moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the body punch
and Cobain makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cobain can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cobain throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Cobain throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Cobain just misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a predictable looking body shot
and Cobain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cobain chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Itzpapalotltotec swinging wildly here.
Cobain slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Cobain on the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Cobain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Cobain looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
A shot to the liver by Itzpapalotltotec. Beautiful body shot.
Nice body punch from Cobain.
Itzpapalotltotec lunges at Cobain with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Cobain's hand.
Cobain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cobain throws a nice inside leg kick. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body punch
and Cobain counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a hook to the body. Cobain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Cobain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Cobain saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cobain with a nice calf kick.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut
and Cobain counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cobain just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a series of wild punches.
Cobain scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Cobain slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Danga de danga de dang - Cobain scores with a four punch combination!#ROC2#Itzpapalotltotec is rocked!
Cobain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Oh Itzpapalotltotec is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab to the body
and Cobain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cobain throws an overhand right that drops Itzpapalotltotec like a sack of potatoes! Cobain dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kurt Cobain!
After winning the bout, Kurt Cobain thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 150
Date: Jun 01, 2022

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Alderidge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Alderidge throws a body shot but no joy.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Alderidge fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Itzpapalotltotec on the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the body
and Alderidge counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec swats away the attempt to clinch by Alderidge.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alderidge takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alderidge lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Alderidge avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Alderidge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Itzpapalotltotec is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alderidge.
Alderidge connects with a leg kick.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alderidge scores with a jab to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd cheers as Itzpapalotltotec lands an impressive looking overhand right. Alderidge doesn't seem phased though.
Alderidge takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Alderidge slips under a jab.
Alderidge wants to counter the offense by Itzpapalotltotec and move into the clinch position.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Alderidge saw that one coming.
Alderidge appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a series of wild punches.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alderidge. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Alderidge looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Alderidge slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec sets himself, and Alderidge steps forward looking for the clinch! Itzpapalotltotec avoids it this time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Alderidge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Alderidge! But no joy.
Nice straight punches there by Itzpapalotltotec. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge throws out a counter right but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it with no problem.
Alderidge with a nice calf kick.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot
enabling Alderidge to counter with a crisp jab.
A big left from Alderidge misses.
Alderidge tries to close the distance and clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Alderidge is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Alderidge's shoulder, as Alderidge tries to avoid the shot. #T3#
Alderidge takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Alderidge ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Alderidge to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a body shot that misses
and Alderidge counters with a nice uppercut.
Alderidge tries to clinch up.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Alderidge moves out of range.
Alderidge avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Alderidge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alderidge moves out of range of the strikes.
Alderidge tries to counter by closing the distance.
Alderidge scores with a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a left and a right that both miss
and Alderidge counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alderidge manages to avoid it.
Alderidge swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Alderidge is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alderidge.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Alderidge moves out of range.
Alderidge steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
A nice side step and Alderidge releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the body punch
and Alderidge counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Alderidge to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Alderidge lands a nice looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to wear down Alderidge with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Alderidge looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Alderidge counters by moving into the clinch.
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 Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Alderidge.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an overhand right.
Alderidge avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild combination.
Alderidge throws out a counter right but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot
and Alderidge counters with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alderidge misses with a low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Alderidge with an open hand slap.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a two punch combination.
A little jabbing left from Alderidge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is winning the standup battle so far.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Alderidge moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Itzpapalotltotec as he connects with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec thuds a left hand into Alderidge's body.
Alderidge fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Itzpapalotltotec 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Alderidge turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
That kick from Alderidge tenderised Itzpapalotltotec's leg. Itzpapalotltotec is trying to keep his angry face on.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alderidge moves away.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a body shot that misses
and Alderidge counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Alderidge with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Alderidge.
Alderidge keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Alderidge.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A shot to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses
and Alderidge connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Alderidge uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alderidge was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the body punch #CL2#
and Alderidge moves into the clinch.
Alderidge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alderidge tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Alderidge has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Good body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a knee to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a head punch that misses.
Alderidge working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Alderidge uses good head movement to avoid it.
Alderidge tries a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Alderidge.
A right hook to the body lands for Alderidge.
Alderidge misses with a body punch.
Alderidge lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a punch but it's blocked by Alderidge.
Still in the clinch, Alderidge scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alderidge tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short left from Alderidge. #T4#
Alderidge lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Alderidge tries a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
Alderidge pushes Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Alderidge.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Alderidge misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec struggles to land a body shot inside as Alderidge controls his hands.
Alderidge tries to throw a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it by throwing Alderidge back against the cage.
Ranger Alderidge seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Alderidge lands a left hand.
Alderidge lands a shoulder strike.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge misses with a knee strike.
Alderidge blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Alderidge.
Alderidge works on Itzpapalotltotec's body with a couple of short punches.
Alderidge tries to throw a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it by throwing Alderidge back against the cage.
Alderidge fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ranger Alderidge showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Alderidge bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Alderidge.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Alderidge.
Alderidge avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Alderidge takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy uppercut
and Alderidge counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A combination from Itzpapalotltotec does no damage.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a body shot that misses
and Alderidge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alderidge was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alderidge manages to avoid it.#T1#
Alderidge throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a shot to the body
and Alderidge counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Alderidge throws a nice outside leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Alderidge manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook
and Alderidge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Alderidge is just out of range.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Alderidge moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Alderidge stuns Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#T2#
Alderidge jabs Itzpapalotltotec right on the nose. Itzpapalotltotec blinks but takes it well.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Alderidge takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the body
and Alderidge counters with a good low kick that Itzpapalotltotec was not able to check.
A shot to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses
and Alderidge counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alderidge.
Nice cross by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with the left hand. Alderidge knows he should have avoided that one.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a shot to the body
and Alderidge counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
and Alderidge counters with a straight right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right and a left that Alderidge avoids nicely. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec works over Alderidge's head and body with a nice combination.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a sloppy body shot
and Alderidge counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Itzpapalotltotec thinking.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Alderidge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alderidge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL2#
Alderidge rushes Itzpapalotltotec and presses him up against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Alderidge.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Alderidge on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Alderidge misses with a body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Alderidge misses with a punch on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Alderidge.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a hook that snaps the head of Alderidge backwards. #T4##BC#
Itzpapalotltotec's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alderidge moves away.
Alderidge tries to counter by closing the distance.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Alderidge's shoulder, as Alderidge tries to avoid the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination. Alderidge tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CL2#
Alderidge fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Itzpapalotltotec, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Itzpapalotltotec pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a lunging right hand #CL2#
and Alderidge counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Alderidge swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice short uppercut.
Alderidge throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Alderidge struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
Alderidge working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Alderidge tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
Alderidge lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec lands on the inside with an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
I think Itzpapalotltotec has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 29:29
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Ranger Alderidge!
A relieved looking Ranger Alderidge thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 143
Date: May 08, 2022

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Logan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Logan uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan with a nice calf kick.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a two punch combo.
Logan misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A slow jab from Logan misses its intended target.
Frankie Logan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Logan misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Logan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
A nice leg kick from Logan, right into the meat of the thigh.
Logan swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Logan.
Logan throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T1#
Nice straight punches there by Logan. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Logan.
Logan with a nice calf kick.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Logan avoids it with no problem.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Logan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Logan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Logan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick nicely.
Logan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Logan.
Logan misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Logan at a distance. #T2#
Logan lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Logan scores with a punch to the head.
Logan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Logan.
Logan misses with a looping left.
Logan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Logan.
Logan defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
Logan is looking to counter punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Logan. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Logan strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Logan was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs at Logan's body.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice looking combination but Logan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Logan fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Logan lands a nice looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Logan moves out of range.
Logan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Logan misses with a kick to the body.
Logan connects with a jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Logan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
It looked like Logan was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a two punch combo that lands nicely. #T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec digs a good body shot into Logan's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Logan misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Logan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Logan.
Logan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Logan.
Logan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
A big left from Logan misses.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Some wild striking there from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick from Logan.
Logan lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Logan thumps Itzpapalotltotec with a low kick.
Logan misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a stiff left hand from Logan.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Logan does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Logan takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Logan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Logan avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Logan throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Logan was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Logan lands a jab to the nose.#T1#
Logan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Logan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Logan takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Logan moves out of range.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Logan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range and Logan settles back down.
Logan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Logan with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A nice leg kick from Logan, right into the meat of the thigh.
Logan cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2#
Logan takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Logan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Logan throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Logan avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Logan scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice looking combination but Logan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Logan is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Logan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Logan cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a right hand to the side of the head.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A shot to the body from Logan misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Good leg kick by Logan.
Logan tries to bum rush Itzpapalotltotec with a series of wild strikes but Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Logan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big shot that misses.
Logan feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Logan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Logan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Some wild striking there from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec checks the leg kick.
Logan pivots, looking for a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range and Logan settles back down.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Logan lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot that sends Logan's belly button to the back.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Logan moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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!
Logan connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
The fighters circling - Logan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Logan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Logan misses the target.
Logan misses with a looping left.
Logan misses with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Logan connects with a solid leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Itzpapalotltotec backs away, Logan returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Frankie Logan will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Logan lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Logan lands a jab to Itzpapalotltotec's midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Logan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Logan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a wild body shot.
Logan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Logan tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
A low kick lands for Logan.
Logan takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Logan keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Logan moves away.
As Itzpapalotltotec backs away, Logan returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Logan throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A slow jab from Logan misses its intended target.
Logan misses the shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Logan avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Logan was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Logan throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Logan.
Logan was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Logan swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the body.
Logan throws a poor cross that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Logan moves away.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec moves forwards but Logan connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Logan misses with an uppercut
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Logan misses with a looping left.
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!
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Logan manages to avoid it.
Logan misses with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Logan shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Logan moves away.
Logan throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Logan slips a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Itzpapalotltotec stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Itzpapalotltotec takes one to the side of the head. #T3#
Logan lands a nice looking body kick.
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Logan rather than just go for the knockout.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with a series of punches.
Logan takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Logan.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Logan misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a sloppy body shot
and Logan counters with an inside leg kick.
Logan digs a good body shot into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Logan looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Logan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Logan digs a good hook to Itzpapalotltotec's body. #T4#
Logan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice looking combination but Logan bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Logan loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
The fighters circling - Logan throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Logan slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Logan saw that one coming.
A counter left hand to the body from Logan misses its target.
Itzpapalotltotec takes one to the chin there.
Logan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Logan swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Logan throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Itzpapalotltotec's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Logan avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Frankie Logan did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Logan has time to react.
Logan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Logan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Logan slips under a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Logan.
Logan scoring well with a low kick there.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs Logan to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Logan.
Logan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan works Itzpapalotltotec's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Logan is looking to chop away at Itzpapalotltotec's legs.
Logan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Logan moves out of range. #T1#
Logan ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Logan can pounce on him.
Logan swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Logan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Logan throws the kick towards the body but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
A nice leg kick from Logan, right into the meat of the thigh.
Logan throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Logan throws a leg kick which misses Itzpapalotltotec's front leg but catches the back leg as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to move into range but Logan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Logan throws a shot from downtown. Itzpapalotltotec moves away and avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot that sends Logan's belly button to the back.
Logan connects with a leg kick. #T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Logan takes a swing at Itzpapalotltotec's ribcage but misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a counter combo.
Itzpapalotltotec is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Logan lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Itzpapalotltotec backs up against the cage.
Logan misses with a straight left.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice hook to Logan's body. Logan takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Logan with a body shot.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Jab from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec checks the leg kick nicely there.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.#T3#
Logan cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a right hand to the side of the head.
Logan is looking to land body kicks.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Logan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Logan misses with a double jab.
Itzpapalotltotec has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Logan tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Itzpapalotltotec is able to avoid easily.
Logan misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Logan doesn't seem bothered though.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Logan strikes.
Logan darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice body punch from Itzpapalotltotec.
Donk. Logan catches Itzpapalotltotec right on the button with a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy. #T4#
Logan throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Logan's shoulder, as Logan tries to avoid the shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Logan.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a good cross that connects.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab to the body
and Logan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Logan looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Logan will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Logan takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Logan is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frankie Logan had his way with Pablo Itzpapalotltotec in that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Logan.
Logan misses with a hook to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Logan stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Logan throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Nice cross by Logan.
Logan misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Logan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Itzpapalotltotec momentarily.
Logan works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Logan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
Logan lands with a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a series of punches but Logan avoids them all with ease.
Logan misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right. #T1#
Logan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab.
A big right from Logan misses.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Logan moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Logan.
Logan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Logan was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan throws a solid leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Logan.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Logan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Logan thuds a left hand into Itzpapalotltotec's body.
Logan throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Frankie Logan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Logan lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Logan throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec unleashes a big counter combination but Logan bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Logan looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Logan throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Logan tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Logan.
Logan throws a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Logan with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Itzpapalotltotec is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Logan.
Logan takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
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!
Logan lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Logan.#T3#
Logan misses with a hook.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Logan throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec needs to keep his hands up - Logan had a free shot at his head there.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Logan has time to react.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick from Logan.
Logan takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Logan misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Logan does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Itzpapalotltotec works Logan's body with a nice hook.
Logan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Logan moved out of range.
Logan misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Logan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Logan manages to avoid it.
Logan thinks about countering with a body kick.
Logan attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Logan throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Logan ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Logan.
Logan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Logan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Logan misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Frankie Logan.
Well Logan has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frankie Logan!
Frankie Logan retains his lightweight title!
Frankie Logan thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 134
Date: Apr 06, 2022

#R1#
A jab from Maeda finds it's way through Itzpapalotltotec's defenses.
Maeda looks to land a combination but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it well.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Maeda misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Maeda throws a right hand that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand. #TD#
Maeda looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Itzpapalotltotec!#SUB#
Maeda thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Maeda's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Maeda lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec moves into full guard.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Itzpapalotltotec being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Maeda is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Maeda's guard. #REVB#
Itzpapalotltotec is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to free his leg and advance position but Maeda is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Maeda escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Itzpapalotltotec gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling from the top position.
Maeda working a defensive guard here.
Maeda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Itzpapalotltotec controls the pace.
Maeda looking to control. #T2##SUB#
Maeda is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Itzpapalotltotec defends well.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to pass the guard.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Maeda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Maeda can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Itzpapalotltotec controls the pace.
Let's hope that Itzpapalotltotec has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Maeda keeps moving. #SUB#
Maeda working for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec defends it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Maeda goes for a double leg but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Itzpapalotltotec continues to drive forward.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Maedas head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Maeda wants to take the fight to the mat but Itzpapalotltotec manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Maeda uses good head movement to avoid it.
Maeda cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Itzpapalotltotec.
Maeda is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Itzpapalotltotec gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Maeda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short right from Itzpapalotltotec on the inside.
Maeda blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Itzpapalotltotec.
Nice body punch from Itzpapalotltotec.
Maeda struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Maeda throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Maeda blocks a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Maeda working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maeda is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Maeda goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Itzpapalotltotec working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Maeda backwards. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Maeda misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Maeda thinking.
Maeda misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Maeda throws a lazy uppercut
and Maeda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Maeda moves out of range as Itzpapalotltotec strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Maeda with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec with a hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Maeda waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Maeda with a body shot.
Maeda with a jab.
Maeda throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Maeda's hands.
Maeda throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Maeda lands with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Maeda throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Maeda tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range of the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#TD#
Maeda shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is refusing to be controlled, as Maeda sits in half guard. #T1##SUB#
Maeda wants to work for an arm triangle but Itzpapalotltotec is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec gets full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to keep a closed guard but Maeda is proving a slippery customer.
Maeda has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Itzpapalotltotec is on top in guard. #REVB#
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
More stalling from Itzpapalotltotec.#SUB#
Maeda working for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec defends it easily. #SUB#
Maeda has his foot on Itzpapalotltotec's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Itzpapalotltotec works his way back into a safe position though.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Maeda keeping moving, preventing Itzpapalotltotec from controlling successfully.
Maeda trying to control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Maeda is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Maeda throws his legs up looking for a submission but Itzpapalotltotec uses it to pass to side control. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec tries for a kimura but Maeda is defending well.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec working away.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maeda keeps working. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to advance to mount but can't.
Thomas Maeda overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to lay and pray for a moment but Maeda keeps working.
Maeda tries to bench press Itzpapalotltotec off him but Itzpapalotltotec keeps the position.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position but Maeda is working away.
Maeda is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Maeda is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Maeda has managed to free his arm - good work.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass to mount but Maeda is defending the position.
Maeda is not content to let Itzpapalotltotec control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Maeda keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to take a break and control but Maeda is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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 Thomas Maeda 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
A counter left hand to the body from Maeda misses its target.
Maeda throws a big shot that misses.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Itzpapalotltotec steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Maeda.
Maeda misses with a takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jab from Maeda.
Maeda throws a left and a right that both miss
and Maeda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Maeda lands with a cross.
Maeda swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Maeda is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a jab right on the kisser.
Maeda throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Maeda fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Itzpapalotltotec on the side of the head.
Maeda throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Maeda avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the head.
Maeda shoots in for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a looping overhand right but Maeda ducks down to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Maeda throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Maeda closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Maeda misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Maeda's ribcage but misses.
Maeda cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Maeda doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Maeda takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Thomas Maeda. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Maeda clobbers Itzpapalotltotec with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Maeda on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Itzpapalotltotec smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Maeda misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Maeda's head.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Maeda sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Maeda misses with a wild combination.
Maeda wants to clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec keeps it at a distance.
Jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
A big left from Maeda misses.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Maeda darts in looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec gets double underhooks and turns Maeda into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Maeda.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a right hand underneath Maeda's ribcage. Maeda let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks the clinch.
Maeda has a takedown stuffed.
Itzpapalotltotec moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T4#
Maeda walks into a stiff left hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Maeda misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Maeda drops his hands momentarily and Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Maeda misses the body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Maeda tries to clinch there but Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a glancing blow to the side of Maeda's head.
Maeda throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Maeda gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Thomas Maeda stepped up to the mic, saying 'Through Japanese translator to English. "My opponent was better today. I will not underestimate him next time"'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 125
Date: Mar 06, 2022

#R1#
Carvaleho tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Carvaleho just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Carvaleho loads up on a big left hand.
We've been informed that Carvaleho has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A telegraphed right hand from Carvaleho misses the target.
Carvaleho throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Carvaleho takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Carvaleho.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
We've been hearing reports that Itzpapalotltotec has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Carvaleho avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Carvaleho throws a poor cross that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carvaleho shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. Itzpapalotltotec wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Carvaleho gets slowly back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab from Carvaleho.
A little feinted left hand from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Carvaleho waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Carvaleho swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Carvaleho.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Carvaleho misses with a few strikes there.
Decent striking displayed by Carvaleho there.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab but it's blocked by Carvaleho.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
and Carvaleho counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Carvaleho scores with a shot to the body.
Carvaleho bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Itzpapalotltotec's head backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Carvaleho throws a sloppy head kick and Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks the body kick.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Carvaleho.
A little feinted left hand from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2#
Carvaleho swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Carvaleho loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
Carvaleho throws a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Carvaleho was well out of range.
Carvaleho swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Carvaleho misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a two punch combo.
Carvaleho throws a good cross that connects.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a shot to the body.
Carvaleho darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Carvaleho walks into a left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Carvaleho tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Carvaleho misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T3#
Carvaleho misses with a jab to the body
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Horrible takedown attempt by Carvaleho or perhaps it was just good defense by Itzpapalotltotec, which made it look bad.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jose Carvaleho.
Carvaleho swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Carvaleho has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's way round the side to connect with Carvaleho's head.
Itzpapalotltotec jabs Carvaleho to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Carvaleho misses with a hook to the body
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Carvaleho tries to land a front kick but Itzpapalotltotec steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the body shot from Carvaleho.
Carvaleho shoots for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec sizes up Carvaleho with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Carvaleho dodges the punch combination from Itzpapalotltotec. #T4#
Carvaleho throws a right hand that misses
and Carvaleho takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Carvaleho looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Carvaleho avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Carvaleho.
Carvaleho cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a right hand to the side of the head.
Carvaleho fails with the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a nice body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a glancing blow to the side of Carvaleho's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A head kick misses from Carvaleho.
Carvaleho jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing a counter right hand but Carvaleho manages to avoid it.
Carvaleho shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Itzpapalotltotec pinned against the cage. Itzpapalotltotec gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Carvaleho misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carvaleho tries to land a body kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Carvaleho.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Carvaleho's ribcage but misses.
Carvaleho lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a punch to the body.
Carvaleho scores with a decent looking hook.
Carvaleho just misses with a punch to the body.
A swing and a miss from Carvaleho.#CL2#
Carvaleho moves into the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Carvaleho's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Carvaleho tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow.
Carvaleho tries to pull guard but Itzpapalotltotec won't allow it.
Carvaleho gets through Itzpapalotltotec's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Carvaleho.
Carvaleho misses with a punch to the body.
Carvaleho is struggling to control the position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Carvaleho.
Carvaleho blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Carvaleho.
Itzpapalotltotec stops a takedown attempt from Carvaleho.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jose Carvaleho.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a light punch inside.
Carvaleho misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2##BC2#
Carvaleho breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Carvaleho swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Carvaleho with a lazy takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Carvaleho shoots in looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Carvaleho's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Carvaleho throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Jose Carvaleho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a series of punches but Carvaleho avoids them all with ease.
Carvaleho tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Carvaleho lands with a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Carvaleho blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Carvaleho.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Carvaleho throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Carvaleho walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Carvaleho thuds his shin into the meat of Itzpapalotltotec's side.
Carvaleho looks for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Carvaleho.
Itzpapalotltotec takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Carvaleho throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Carvaleho sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Carvaleho uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
A nice side step and Carvaleho releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Carvaleho throws a right hand that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a combination but Carvaleho avoids it well.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Carvaleho moves out of range.
Carvaleho misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Carvaleho thinking. #T4#
Carvaleho bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Carvaleho misses with the combination.
Carvaleho connects with a good right hand that stumbles Itzpapalotltotec. Itzpapalotltotec circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Carvaleho.
Carvaleho misses with a straight left.
Carvaleho looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Carvaleho swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Carvaleho misses the body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Carvaleho misses with the combination.
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 Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Carvaleho throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Carvaleho pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Carvaleho throws a predictable looking body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Carvaleho lands the left hand.
Carvaleho swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Carvaleho swinging wildly here.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing a counter right hand but Carvaleho manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Carvaleho is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Carvaleho darts in looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec gets double underhooks and turns Carvaleho into the cage.
Carvaleho misses with a takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Carvaleho thinking. #T1#
Carvaleho throws a looping overhand right but Itzpapalotltotec ducks down to avoid it.
Carvaleho looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec dips to his left and cracks Carvaleho with an uppercut!
Horrible takedown attempt by Carvaleho or perhaps it was just good defense by Itzpapalotltotec, which made it look bad.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jose Carvaleho.
Carvaleho throws an off balance right hand
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Carvaleho.
Carvaleho tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Carvaleho is trying hard to land a takedown here. Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an overhand right that lands on Carvaleho's shoulder, as Carvaleho tries to avoid the shot.
Carvaleho slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Jose Carvaleho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Carvaleho throws an off balance right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Carvaleho wants to clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec keeps it at a distance.
A counter left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses its target.
Carvaleho misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Carvaleho thinking.
Carvaleho throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Carvaleho throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Carvaleho ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Carvaleho feints a counter leg kick.
Carvaleho has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#TD2#
Carvaleho looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Itzpapalotltotec!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Carvaleho tries to score with some ground and pound. Itzpapalotltotec controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Itzpapalotltotec is working hard here to advance position.
You can see the frustration on Itzpapalotltotec's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to regain half guard here but Carvaleho keeps moving and retains side control.
Carvaleho working away.
The strikes coming from Carvaleho are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to regain half guard here but Carvaleho keeps moving and retains side control.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Carvaleho is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to get to half guard.
Carvaleho is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Itzpapalotltotec can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Itzpapalotltotec sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Carvaleho looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to get to full guard but Carvaleho has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Itzpapalotltotec won't allow Carvaleho to pass to mount. #T4#
Carvaleho not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Carvaleho working Itzpapalotltotec over with strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to get to full guard but Carvaleho has control of the leg.
Itzpapalotltotec has hold of Carvaleho's hands but Carvaleho slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Carvaleho missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Carvaleho prevents Itzpapalotltotec from improving his position.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec actively working from the bottom here.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jose Carvaleho.
I think Itzpapalotltotec has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:29
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 115
Date: Feb 02, 2022

#R1#
Ozbourne throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ozbourne throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing a counter right hand but Ozbourne manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jab by Ozbourne.
A low kick from Ozbourne misses
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Ozbourne blocks a jab.
Ozbourne lands a jab to the head.
Ozbourne misses with the body kick
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Ozbourne throws a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ozbourne was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ozbourne walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Itzpapalotltotec checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Ozbourne there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ozbourne jabs Itzpapalotltotec to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ozbourne. Ozbourne obviously looking to wear him down.
Ozbourne misses with a body shot. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ozbourne.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right and a left that Ozbourne avoids nicely.
Ozbourne throws out a counter right but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it with no problem.
We've been hearing reports that Itzpapalotltotec has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ozbourne misses with a body shot.
Ozbourne rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ozbourne dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Itzpapalotltotec. That did some damage!
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ozbourne misses with a low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec moves forwards but Ozbourne connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ozbourne. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
A counter left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses its target.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Ozbourne moves out of range.
Ozbourne throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ozbourne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ozbourne lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ozbourne bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Ozbourne is just out of range.
Ozbourne throws a combination that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Ozbourne paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ozbourne has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ozbourne takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ozbourne digs a good body shot into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Ozbourne saw that one coming.
Ozbourne connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Ozbourne misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ozbourne misses with a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Ozbourne catches Itzpapalotltotec with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ozbourne on the side of the head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ozbourne.
Ozbourne shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ozbourne displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab.
Ozbourne throws a body shot but no joy.
Ozbourne lands a leg kick that knocks Itzpapalotltotec off balance momentarily.
Ozbourne uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
Ozbourne chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ozbourne. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick from Ozbourne.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ozbourne.
A slapping leg kick lands for Ozbourne.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ozbourne throws a sloppy body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
An inside leg kick lands from Ozbourne.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ozbourne.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ozbourne tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Ozbourne swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Good shot there by Ozbourne.
Ozbourne keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Ozbourne scores with a punch to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ozbourne throws a nice outside leg kick. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Ozbourne moves out of range.
Ozbourne throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
A combination from Itzpapalotltotec does no damage.
Ozbourne throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ozbourne lands a slapping body shot.
Ozbourne stalks Itzpapalotltotec and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Itzpapalotltotec's face. Itzpapalotltotec staggers backwards, shaken.
Ozbourne misses with a hook to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Ozbourne swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ozbourne misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
Ozbourne tries a quick counter leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is wise to it.
Ozbourne tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ziggy Ozbourne dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Ozbourne lands a nice shot to the body.
Ozbourne attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ozbourne throws a series of punches but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ozbourne is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Ozbourne lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ozbourne has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Ozbourne.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
A little feinted left hand from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ozbourne is looking to land body kicks.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big counter combination but Ozbourne scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Ozbourne throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ozbourne scores with a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Ozbourne.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ozbourne fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ozbourne.
Ozbourne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec. #T1#
Ozbourne missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A quick step to the side and Itzpapalotltotec tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Ozbourne.
Ozbourne lands a right hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Ozbourne with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ozbourne looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A nice combination there by Ozbourne.
Ozbourne throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ozbourne looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Ozbourne throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Ozbourne feints and then cracks Itzpapalotltotec's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Itzpapalotltotec down.
Ozbourne thows a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Ziggy Ozbourne seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ozbourne's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Itzpapalotltotec connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ozbourne scrambles back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Ozbourne avoids the punch easily.
Ozbourne with the inside leg kick. #T2#
Ozbourne defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ozbourne tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Ozbourne misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ozbourne cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an open hand slap.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Itzpapalotltotec might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Ozbourne.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ozbourne moves away.
Ozbourne throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
A swing and a miss from Ozbourne.
Ozbourne plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A lazy body kick from Ozbourne
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Ozbourne throws an off balance right hand
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Ozbourne buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ozbourne with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T3#
Ozbourne takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Ozbourne misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ozbourne, as that shot connected.
Ozbourne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ozbourne walks into a stiff left hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Itzpapalotltotec.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Ziggy Ozbourne seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ozbourne waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne throws a leg kick that is checked
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a two punch combo. #ROC#Ozbourne is rocked!
Ozbourne scores with a leg kick.
Ozbourne is still on wobbly legs! Can Itzpapalotltotec finish him?
Ozbourne darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ozbourne throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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!
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ozbourne swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ozbourne throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses. #T4#
Ozbourne misses with a wild combination.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne misses with a shot to the body
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Ozbourne looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Ozbourne misses with a hook to the body
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Ozbourne throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a few strikes there.
A low kick from Ozbourne misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Ozbourne slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a big counter combination but Ozbourne scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ozbourne fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Itzpapalotltotec has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ozbourne throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ozbourne throws out a powerful jab.
Ozbourne misses with a body punch
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Ozbourne jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Ozbourne's head but Ozbourne sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Ziggy Ozbourne will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Ozbourne is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne seems to have recovered his senses.
A slow jab from Ozbourne misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a counter combo.
Ozbourne wants to land a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ozbourne throws out the jab.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ozbourne misses with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Ziggy Ozbourne has been cut.
Ozbourne has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Ozbourne throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Ozbourne fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Ozbourne waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
Some bone on bone action there as Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ozbourne scores with a crisp jab that stopped Itzpapalotltotec in his tracks.
Ozbourne throws a big shot that misses.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ozbourne lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Itzpapalotltotec has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Itzpapalotltotec and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A jab from Ozbourne misses.
A big right from Itzpapalotltotec misses. #T1#
Ozbourne falls off balance throwing a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A cross from Ozbourne lands.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Ozbourne swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses its target.
Ozbourne with a nice calf kick.
Ozbourne uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a straight right by Ozbourne.
Ozbourne throws a body kick that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ozbourne misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
Ozbourne throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ozbourne takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ozbourne.
Ozbourne misses with a body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2#
Ozbourne dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Itzpapalotltotec. That did some damage!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Ozbourne lands a jab to the nose.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Ozbourne sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ozbourne looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Ozbourne takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ozbourne.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body shot.
Ozbourne throws a leg kick that is checked
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ozbourne thinking.
Ozbourne misses with a lunging right hand
and Ozbourne takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Ozbourne throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ozbourne. #T3#
Ozbourne feints a jab promting Itzpapalotltotec to slip. Ozbourne then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Itzpapalotltotec slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Ozbourne takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A big left from Ozbourne misses.
Itzpapalotltotec thuds a left hand into Ozbourne's body.
Ozbourne throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Ozbourne misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Ozbourne wants to slow Itzpapalotltotec down by chopping away at his legs.
Ziggy Ozbourne is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
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!
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ozbourne takes one to the side of the head. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Ozbourne uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ozbourne throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Ozbourne slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range. Poor timing from Ozbourne.
Ozbourne is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Ozbourne throws a lazy body kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ozbourne.
Ozbourne fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Ozbourne swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Ozbourne punishes Itzpapalotltotec's body with a nice straight punch.
Ozbourne with a nice calf kick.
Ozbourne scores with a spinning back kick!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ozbourne steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
A leg kick checked by Itzpapalotltotec.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Well Ozbourne 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 29:29
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:30

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 107
Date: Jan 02, 2022

#R1#
A nice inside leg kick there by Kongsangchai. That's going to slow Itzpapalotltotec down.
Kongsangchai throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Akara Kongsangchai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Kongsangchai moves into range and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai managing to block the knees to the body from Itzpapalotltotec.
Kongsangchai throws a head punch that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Kongsangchai lands an elbow just above Itzpapalotltotec 's eye.
Kongsangchai misses with a punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai prevents a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Kongsangchai uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Kongsangchai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land knees in the clinch but Kongsangchai avoids the damage to the body.
Kongsangchai working aggressively here.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Kongsangchai blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kongsangchai lands a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kongsangchai blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
A short left from Itzpapalotltotec.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
Kongsangchai blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kongsangchai lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kongsangchai working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to striking at distance but Kongsangchai won't allow it.
Kongsangchai lands a shoulder strike.
Itzpapalotltotec working aggressively here.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kongsangchai is defending well for now.
Itzpapalotltotec lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches. #T2#
A short uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch.
Kongsangchai throws a left and a right that both miss
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Kongsangchai darts in trying to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps the fight on the outside.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kongsangchai misses with the body kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Kongsangchai tries to close the distance and clinch but Itzpapalotltotec swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2#
Kongsangchai closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kongsangchai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kongsangchai with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kongsangchai has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Kongsangchai throws a head punch that misses.
Kongsangchai blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Kongsangchai prevents a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Kongsangchai's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kongsangchai working aggressively here.
Kongsangchai tries to land a knee to the head but Itzpapalotltotec blocks with his arms.
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai lands a shoulder strike.
Itzpapalotltotec working aggressively here.
Kongsangchai throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Itzpapalotltotecs head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
Kongsangchai blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kongsangchai swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kongsangchai backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kongsangchai softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch. #T4#
Kongsangchai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the head kick by Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking body shot.
Kongsangchai tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kongsangchai closes the distance but Itzpapalotltotec moves to the side
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kongsangchai misses the body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Itzpapalotltotec dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kongsangchai swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kongsangchai throws a left and a right that both miss
and Kongsangchai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A head kick misses from Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter punch.
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 Pablo Itzpapalotltotec 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#
Kongsangchai fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Kongsangchai pushes Itzpapalotltotec up against the cage in a clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Kongsangchai fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Kongsangchai lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Kongsangchai has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a short head shot on the inside.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Kongsangchai has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kongsangchai.
A body shot lands from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec dodges an elbow strike from Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a right hand underneath Kongsangchai's ribcage. Kongsangchai let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kongsangchai lands an elbow inside.
Itzpapalotltotec can't find room to land a body shot as Kongsangchai controls the action.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice hook to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kongsangchai lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kongsangchai backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a body shot but Kongsangchai blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Kongsangchai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec digs a right hand into Kongsangchai's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kongsangchai's gas tank.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A body shot lands from Itzpapalotltotec.
Kongsangchai is breathing heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Kongsangchai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Kongsangchai takes a shot to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kongsangchai is defending well for now.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kongsangchai can do to turn this around?
Kongsangchai lands with a light punch inside.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Kongsangchai misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kongsangchai working aggressively here.
Kongsangchai throws a head punch that misses.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
Still in the clinch, Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kongsangchai is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec pushes Kongsangchai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kongsangchai misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kongsangchai backwards.
Kongsangchai lands a damaging elbow.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec missing with knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a left to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kongsangchai backwards. #ROC#Kongsangchai is rocked!
A short left from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a light punch inside.
Kongsangchai is still on wobbly legs! Can Itzpapalotltotec finish him?
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kongsangchai's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kongsangchai lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kongsangchai lands a knee to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kongsangchai misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Kongsangchai's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kongsangchai lands a right hand.
Kongsangchai with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Kongsangchai landing knees to the head.
Kongsangchai seems to have recovered his senses.
A shot in the inside from Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kongsangchai connects with a knee to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Kongsangchai fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai misses with a knee to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kongsangchai misses with the head strike.
Kongsangchai lands a nice shot to the body.
Kongsangchai blocking some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kongsangchai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kongsangchai blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kongsangchai looking to throw knees to the head but Itzpapalotltotec is blocking nicely.
Kongsangchai managing to block the knees to the body from Itzpapalotltotec.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kongsangchai misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
Kongsangchai gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a body shot but Kongsangchai blocks it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kongsangchai swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to work over Kongsangchai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kongsangchai.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand.
Kongsangchai scores with a shot to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head.
Kongsangchai tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kongsangchai backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kongsangchai takes a shot to the head. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kongsangchai on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Kongsangchai with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kongsangchai throws a leg kick that is checked
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Kongsangchai takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A quick step to the side and Itzpapalotltotec tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves away
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a looping right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kongsangchai looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Kongsangchai rushes Itzpapalotltotec and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short left from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to work over Kongsangchai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kongsangchai prevents a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kongsangchai lands an elbow just above Itzpapalotltotec 's eye.
Kongsangchai pushes Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec struggles to land a body shot inside as Kongsangchai controls his hands. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice body kick from Kongsangchai.
Kongsangchai misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand. #T3#
Kongsangchai throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Kongsangchai misses the shot to the body.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kongsangchai is looking for the big counter here.
Kongsangchai darts in trying to clinch
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Kongsangchai wants to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec slips to the side
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kongsangchai misses with a lunging right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Kongsangchai closes the distance looking to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Kongsangchai tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kongsangchai throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a really nice looking cross but Kongsangchai seems unphased.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kongsangchai tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Akara Kongsangchai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kongsangchai throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kongsangchai slips under a jab.
Kongsangchai tries to clinch up
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 99
Date: Dec 01, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to keep at a distance but Tonon has taken the fight into the clinch.
Tonon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec struggles to land a body shot inside as Tonon controls his hands. #TD2#
Tonon decides to pull guard.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position from guard on top but Tonon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to free his leg and advance position but Tonon is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tonon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Itzpapalotltotec defends well.
Itzpapalotltotec slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tonon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1##SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tonon, who protects the arm well.
Tonon tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tonon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec tries for a kimura but Tonon is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tonon is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Tonon has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Itzpapalotltotec but great work by Tonon.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tonon wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Itzpapalotltotec manages to get back to half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec gets full guard.
Tonon trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom.
Tonon stopping the sweep attempt from Itzpapalotltotec.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Tonon has picked Itzpapalotltotec up and slammed him! Itzpapalotltotec can't keep hold of the triangle and Tonon manages to pass to side control!
Itzpapalotltotec trying his best to control but Tonon has mounted him.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to escape the mount.
Tonon avoids the attempt from Itzpapalotltotec to control.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #SUB2#
Tonon working for a submission but Itzpapalotltotec is keeping him at bay.
Tonon wants to control the pace but Itzpapalotltotec is squirming around nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Tonon goes for an armbar but Itzpapalotltotec turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Itzpapalotltotec. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec drops back, looking for a kneebar! Tonon looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Tonon looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Tonon! #REVB##T4#
Tonon wants to lay and pray for a moment but Itzpapalotltotec keeps working. #SUB2#
Tonon tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Tonon postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.#SUB2#
Tonon goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Itzpapalotltotec has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Tonon but great work by Itzpapalotltotec.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Damian Tonon 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#
Tonon steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tonon tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Tonon throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
Tonon feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.#CL#
Itzpapalotltotec clinches up with Tonon and pushes him back against the cage.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec is working Tonon over against the cage.
Tonon on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tonon goes for a takedown attempt but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tonon moves forwards but Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tonon rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.
Tonon ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the nose.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tonon can do to turn this around?
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tonon throws an off balance right hand
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tonon misses with a takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body. #T3##CL#
Itzpapalotltotec rushes Tonon and presses him up against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a punch but it's blocked by Tonon.
Tonon misses with a body punch.
Tonon tries to pull guard but Itzpapalotltotec holds him up against the cage and eventually Tonon drops back down to his feet.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Damian Tonon.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Tonon uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec is pressed up against the cage. Tonon has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Itzpapalotltotec down to the mat. Itzpapalotltotec avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Some wild striking there from Itzpapalotltotec.
Tonon tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T4#
Tonon slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Tonon will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tonon doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tonon tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves away
and Tonon takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tonon shoots for a double leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. He's pushed Tonon's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
It looks like Itzpapalotltotec has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.#CL#
Tonon tries to keep at a distance but Itzpapalotltotec has taken the fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that second round.
That's time! Itzpapalotltotec's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
A right-left combo lands from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Tonon moves forwards but Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is winning the standup battle so far.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tonon shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tonon throws a body shot but no joy.
It looked like Itzpapalotltotec wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Itzpapalotltotec slaps away a takedown attempt from Tonon, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A quick step to the side and Itzpapalotltotec tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tonon shoots in looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tonon's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Damian Tonon.
Tonon shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T2##CL#
Itzpapalotltotec clinches.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to throw a body punch but Tonon avoids it by throwing Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage.
Tonon is looking for a takedown.
Tonon is stalling here.
Tonon jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Itzpapalotltotec walks away with a smile on his face. Tonon gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Itzpapalotltotec forces Tonon back against the cage and clinches.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tonon is defending well for now.
Tonon blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tonon blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tonon fails to pull guard.
Tonon's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tonon blocks a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Tonon tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Itzpapalotltotec just stands there and leans against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec working aggressively here.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tonon blocking some punches.
Tonon blocks an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice hook to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Tonon uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4##TD2#
Tonon has clasped his hands together around Itzpapalotltotec's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tonon trying to control the action but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Tonon is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Damian Tonon has got the better of the ground game so far.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tonon fails to advance to Itzpapalotltotec's back.
Tonon trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:26

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

Event: SPPS 93 - Mischief Night!
Date: Oct 30, 2021

#R1#
A jab from Revorg does it's job there.
Revorg lands with a good body shot.
Revorg takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Revorg uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Revorg ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Revorg thinks about the counter body kick.
Revorg connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Revorg moves out of range.
Revorg scoring well with a low kick there.
Revorg throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Revorg throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Itzpapalotltotec on the side of the head.
Repus Revorg seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Revorg lands the left hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Revorg - that will leave a mark!
Revorg wants to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping left.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Revorg.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Revorg fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Itzpapalotltotec on the side of the head.
Revorg misses with a body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Revorg throws a front kick aimed at Itzpapalotltotec's knee but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it well.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Revorg is out of range. #CL#
Itzpapalotltotec moves into the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
I was talking to Itzpapalotltotec's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Revorg throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Revorg.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Revorg uses good head movement to avoid it.
Revorg gets through Itzpapalotltotec's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the side of Revorg's head. #TD2#
Revorg pulls guard effortlessly.
Revorg wants to sweep here but Itzpapalotltotec controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec drops back, looking for a kneebar! Revorg looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Revorg looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Revorg! #REVB##T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Revorg grinds an elbow into Itzpapalotltotec's temple.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Revorg looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Itzpapalotltotec is avoiding damage well.
Itzpapalotltotec is not content to let Revorg control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to buck Revorg off but Revorg is having none of it.
Revorg creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB2#
Revorg working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Itzpapalotltotec can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Revorg tries to advance position but instead Itzpapalotltotec slips a leg back in to half guard.
Revorg trying to pass the guard but Itzpapalotltotec defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to get to full guard but Revorg has control of the leg.
Revorg is trying to control. Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Itzpapalotltotec gets full guard.
Revorg pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Itzpapalotltotec is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
Revorg stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Itzpapalotltotec swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Revorg is posturing up here but Itzpapalotltotec has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Revorg tries to roll out but it's too tight and Revorg has to tap! Slick submission there by Itzpapalotltotec!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
An out of breath Pablo Itzpapalotltotec thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 85
Date: Sep 18, 2021

#R1#
A jab from Man Iii misses.
Man Iii is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Man Iii avoids it with no problem.
A chopping leg kick lands by Man Iii.
Man Iii throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii avoids the body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Man Iii throws a head kick that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Man Iii uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Jab by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Man Iii. Itzpapalotltotec does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a body shot that sends Man Iii's belly button to the back.
Man Iii throws a big shot that misses.
Man Iii lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice inside leg kick there by Man Iii. That's going to slow Itzpapalotltotec down.
Man Iii scoring well with a low kick there.
Man Iii misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Man Iii with the inside leg kick.
Man Iii throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Man Iii misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec swinging wildly here. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Man Iii.
Man Iii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An attempted straight right counter from Man Iii misses the target.
Man Iii connects with a looping right hand.
Man Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Hardman MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Man Iii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Man Iii moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Man Iii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Man Iii appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Man Iii lands a body shot.
Man Iii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Man Iii thinks about countering with a body kick.
Yip Man Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Man Iii thumps Itzpapalotltotec with a low kick.
Nice jab there from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Man Iii lands with a right hand.
Man Iii moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Man Iii connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Itzpapalotltotec scrambles back to his feet.
Man Iii is looking to score with low kicks.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for the big counter here.
Man Iii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Man Iii lands a right hook to the body.
Man Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Man Iii swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Man Iii bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
A slapping leg kick lands for Man Iii.
Donk. Man Iii catches Itzpapalotltotec right on the button with a cross.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Man Iii fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Man Iii looks to throw a body kick
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Man Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for the big counter here.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Man Iii was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with an overhand left.
Man Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Man Iii misses with a body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A solid leg kick lands there for Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec defending well as Man Iii loads up on a big left hand.
A nice leg kick lands there from Man Iii.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yip Man Iii dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Man Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Man Iii takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Yip Man Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab to the body
and Man Iii counters with a stiff right hand.
Man Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Man Iii scores with a crisp jab that stopped Itzpapalotltotec in his tracks.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Man Iii throws a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Man Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.
Man Iii swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Man Iii attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Man Iii scores with a body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a crisp jab.
Man Iii slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Man Iii tried to counter with a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec avoided it.#T1#
Man Iii misses with a jab to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Man Iii misses with a leg kick
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Man Iii throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Man Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Man Iii with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Man Iii loads up on a big right hand but Itzpapalotltotec slips the punch.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Man Iii is just out of range.
Man Iii staying out of range there.
Man Iii tried to score with a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A low kick lands for Man Iii.
Man Iii with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
Man Iii misses with a body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook. Man Iii ducked under it nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Man Iii throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Itzpapalotltotec stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A low kick from Man Iii misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec with a hook.
Man Iii works Itzpapalotltotec's body with a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to Man Iii's midsection.
Man Iii throws a solid leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Man Iii.
Itzpapalotltotec has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Itzpapalotltotec might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Man Iii has got the better of the exchanges.
Man Iii connects with a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Man Iii moved out of range.
Man Iii is looking to wear down Itzpapalotltotec with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T3#
Man Iii misses with a straight left.
Man Iii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Man Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Man Iii thows a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec checks it
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Man Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Man Iii.
Man Iii connects with a single shot there.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Man Iii.
Man Iii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec. #T4#
Man Iii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Man Iii works Itzpapalotltotec's body with a nice hook.
Man Iii thows a body kick. Itzpapalotltotec tries to catch it but that hurt him.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec works the jab nicely.
Man Iii throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Itzpapalotltotec connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Man Iii lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Man Iii misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Man Iii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Man Iii throws a combination that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Man Iii digs a good body shot into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.
Man Iii thuds his shin into the meat of Itzpapalotltotec's side.
Man Iii just misses with a punch to the body.
Man Iii walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Itzpapalotltotec checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook but Man Iii blocks it.
Man Iii lands the left hand.
Man Iii throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a jab.
Man Iii scores with a head kick. Itzpapalotltotec tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Man Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Man Iii avoids a punch combination nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a decent looking hook.
Man Iii throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Man Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Man Iii looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Man Iii misses with a low kick.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Danga de danga de dang - Itzpapalotltotec scores with a four punch combination!
Man Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Man Iii throws a nice outside leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a two punch combination.
Man Iii throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a right hand that misses
and Man Iii counters with a low kick, right behind Itzpapalotltotec 's knee.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the shot to the body.
Man Iii misses with a body shot.
Man Iii is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for Man Iii. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Man Iii doesn't seem bothered though.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy right hand but Man Iii sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Man Iii closes the distance looking to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Man Iii connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a leg kick.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Man Iii looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T4#
Man Iii misses with a leg kick.
Despite the aggression on Itzpapalotltotec's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Man Iii motions for Itzpapalotltotec to come forward. Man Iii throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Man Iii scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Man Iii connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good leg kick by Man Iii.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Man Iii swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Man Iii throws a leg kick
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left and a right that stings Man Iii.
Man Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Yip Man Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Man Iii 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 30:28
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 79
Date: Aug 18, 2021

#R1#
Furioto fails with the takedown.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Furioto fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Itzpapalotltotec tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Furioto doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maximus Furioto.
Furioto doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Furioto.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing a counter right hand but Furioto manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Furioto with a good jab.
Furioto fails with a takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.#T1#
Furioto closes the distance looking to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A lazy left from Itzpapalotltotec finds it's target.
Furioto tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Furioto moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec's jab looks to have found its range, popping Furioto under the eye.
Itzpapalotltotec stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Itzpapalotltotec wants it to stay on the feet.#T2##CL2#
Furioto has closed the distance and engaged Itzpapalotltotec in a clinch. #TD2#
Furioto lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but Furioto is controlling well. #SUB2#
Furioto is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Furioto is trying to work for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Furioto is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Furioto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Furioto is working for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec is defending it quite comfortably. #T3##SUB2#
Furioto is working for a submission of some sort.
Furioto is thwarting Itzpapalotltotec's attempts to control the position.
Furioto missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Furioto not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Furioto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Furioto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps control of the position for the meantime. #SUB2#
Furioto 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. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions off his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Itzpapalotltotec is concentrating on defense, preventing Furioto from advancing position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Furioto looks for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well.
Itzpapalotltotec stuffs the takedown.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Furioto shoots in but no luck this time.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Maximus Furioto.
Furioto shoots in for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec shows good takedown defense.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Furioto can do to turn this around?
Furioto with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Furioto uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
Furioto shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Furioto tries to move into range but Itzpapalotltotec moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a looping right hand.
Furioto wants to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Furioto shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. Itzpapalotltotec wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Furioto gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Furioto is defended easily by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Itzpapalotltotec with a body punch. A glancing blow. #CL2#
Furioto pushes Itzpapalotltotec up against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks the clinch.
Furioto closes the distance looking to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into range and connects with a jab.
Furioto dives in for a single leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Furioto. #TD2#
Furioto shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Itzpapalotltotec manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to keep a closed guard but Furioto is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec pulls Furioto in to control the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Furioto accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Furioto with a flurry of punches that miss.
Furioto passes Itzpapalotltotec's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to maintain the position but Furioto is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Furioto is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Furioto is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Furioto is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Furioto is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Itzpapalotltotec defends it well. #T4##SUB2#
Furioto is looking for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Furioto to get the leverage.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions off his back.
Furioto sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Itzpapalotltotec defending well though. #SUB2#
Furioto is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Itzpapalotltotec works his way to full guard. Good work.
Furioto throws a big elbow that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Furioto passes Itzpapalotltotec's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec 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#
Furioto with a lazy takedown attempt
and Furioto takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Furioto moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#TD2#
Furioto closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the position for now.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Furioto is trying to work for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well. #SUB2#
Furioto is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Itzpapalotltotec has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Furioto seems to be working for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec defends the submission attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec is controlling Furioto's trapped leg to prevent Furioto from advancing to side control.#T1#
Furioto sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Itzpapalotltotec defending well though. #SUB2#
Furioto maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Itzpapalotltotec could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Furioto has cracked it and Itzpapalotltotec is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Furioto!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Maximus Furioto!
A very excited looking Maximus Furioto 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: BLAZE BROTHERS 1
Date: Jul 04, 2021

#R1#
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Cruz misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Cruz looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Cruz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cruz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves away.#CL#
Cruz closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz scores with a shoulder strike.
Cruz misses with a punch to the body.
Cruz misses with a body punch.
Cruz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cruz struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cruz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cruz tries to throw a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it by throwing Cruz back against the cage.
Cruz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a head punch that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Cruz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cruz misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Itzpapalotltotec.
Cruz tries to throw a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it by throwing Cruz back against the cage.
A short right from Cruz.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec pushes Cruz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cruz misses with a body punch.
Cruz can't find room to land a body shot as Itzpapalotltotec controls the action.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cruz lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch.
Nice defenses there by Cruz.
Cruz swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Cruz throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Cruz throws a right hand that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Cruz is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Pablo Cruz seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a lovely overhand right.
Cruz scores with a jab to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Cruz misses with a straight right.
Cruz throws a jab when Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a jab, cross combination.
Decent striking displayed by Cruz there.
Cruz misses with a jab to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cruz throws a big shot that misses.
Cruz misses with a looping left.
We've been told by Cruz's head coaches at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T3##CL#
Cruz closes the distance and clinches.
Cruz lands a left hand.
Cruz scores with a shoulder strike.
A short right from Itzpapalotltotec.
Cruz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cruz scores with a shoulder strike.
Cruz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Cruz blocking some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
Cruz misses with a punch to the body.
Cruz lands a left hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Itzpapalotltotec.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a shoulder strike.
Cruz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cruz backwards.
Cruz blocks an uppercut.
Cruz scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Cruz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow. #T4#
Cruz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a head punch that misses.
Cruz misses with a body punch.
Cruz lands a hook that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with an uppercut but Cruz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right handed body shot lands from Cruz.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cruz.
Cruz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cruz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Cruz.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
Cruz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cruz works on Itzpapalotltotec's body with a couple of short punches.
Cruz misses with a body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with the head strike.
Cruz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Cruz throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a looping overhand right but Cruz ducks down to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Cruz.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Cruz throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Cruz throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Cruz misses with a hook.
Danga de danga de dang - Itzpapalotltotec scores with a four punch combination!
Itzpapalotltotec wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a two punch combo.
Cruz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a lunging right hand
and Cruz counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Itzpapalotltotec thinking. #T1#
Cruz lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Itzpapalotltotec backs up against the cage.
Cruz throws a jab but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cruz tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Cruz is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Cruz misses with a double jab
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
Cruz misses with a straight right. #T2#
Cruz tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Itzpapalotltotec was well out of range. Poor timing from Cruz.
Cruz looks to score with a jab to the body but Itzpapalotltotec is just out of range.
Cruz connects with a looping right hand.
Cruz ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec.
A decent looking cross lands there for Itzpapalotltotec.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec throws a poor cross that misses
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
and Cruz counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Cruz.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Cruz tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cruz throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cruz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Cruz throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Cruz swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A swing and a miss from Cruz.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cruz.
Cruz misses with an uppercut
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cruz.
A big left from Cruz misses.
Cruz connects with a single shot there.
Cruz darts in trying to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cruz throws a predictable looking body shot
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
Cruz throws an off balance right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cruz's corner calls for a 1-2. Cruz obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Cruz thuds a left hand into Itzpapalotltotec's body.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Cruz rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cruz throws a poor cross that misses
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Cruz rushes Itzpapalotltotec and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Cruz misses with some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Cruz slips a jab and a cross from Itzpapalotltotec.
Cruz misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Cruz uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Itzpapalotltotec has time to react.
Cruz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Cruz tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.
Cruz throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Cruz misses with a lunging right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice shot that snaps Cruz's head back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cruz.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Cruz lands a right hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Cruz tries to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cruz throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Cruz swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Cruz looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range.
Cruz throws a combination. Itzpapalotltotec tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cruz misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cruz throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pablo Cruz has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses. #CL#
Cruz has taken the fight to the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a punch but it's blocked by Cruz.
A short right from Cruz on the inside.
Cruz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pablo Cruz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A right hook to the body lands for Cruz.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cruz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cruz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cruz has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Cruz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Cruz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Cruz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cruz misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cruzs head.
Cruz struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a shot to the side of Cruz's head.
A nice left hand lands by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an uppercut.
Cruz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cruz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cruzs head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cruz.
Cruz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec pushes Cruz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cruz tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Cruz struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cruzs head.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cruz blocks an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cruz misses with some punches.
Cruz looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Cruz.
Cruz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Itzpapalotltotec's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T4#
Cruz throws a head punch that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cruz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cruz cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot.
Cruz tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cruz.
Cruz misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cruz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cruz throws a head punch that misses.
Cruz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Itzpapalotltotec or not.
Cruz misses with a body punch.
Cruz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Itzpapalotltotec.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cruz.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Itzpapalotltotec 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
A relieved looking Pablo Itzpapalotltotec thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: BBFC 17
Date: Jun 05, 2021

#R1#
Sativa slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.
Sativa throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Sativa counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec stuns Sativa with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sativa misses with a lunging right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Itzpapalotltotec duly obliges. #CUT2#It looks like Sylus Sativa has been cut.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Sativa looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sativa throws a sloppy body shot
and Sativa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A swing and a miss from Itzpapalotltotec.#T1#
Sativa moves out of range of the strikes.
Sativa takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sativa throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Sativa avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sativa misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sativa moves away from the strike by Itzpapalotltotec.
Sativa tried to counter with a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec avoided it.
Itzpapalotltotec tests Sativa's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sativa stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sativa is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec swings widly with a right hand
and Sativa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Sativa throws a nice looking combination but Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sativa throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sativa misses with a looping right.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a hook to the body. Sativa takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T3#
Sativa blocks a jab.
Sativa was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sativa swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Sativa's ribcage but misses.
Sativa appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sativa misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Sativa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Sativa connects with a jab.#T4#
Sativa walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Sativa moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a left hand but Sativa moved out of range nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Itzpapalotltotec. Sativa does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sativa is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a hook to the body. Sativa takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Itzpapalotltotec lunges at Sativa with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sativa's hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sativa drops his hands momentarily and Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Sylus Sativa's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Sativa misses with a body shot.
Sativa moves out of range of the strikes.
Nice straight punches there by Itzpapalotltotec. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Itzpapalotltotec.
Sativa uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Sativa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sativa misses with a hook.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sativa misses with a wild body shot.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sativa misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Sativa misses with a lunging right hand
and Sativa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Sativa takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sativa throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Sativa circles away quickly and effectively.
Sativa throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Sativa moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Sativa on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sativa scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook. Sativa ducked under it nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to the nose.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
As Itzpapalotltotec looks to move away, Sativa throws a big counter combo but Itzpapalotltotec just gets out of the way.
Sativa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Sativa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Sativa saw that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sativa takes a jab right on the kisser. #T3#
Sativa uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Sativa was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Sativa takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Sativa moved out of range.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sativa tried to counter with a leg kick but Itzpapalotltotec avoided it.
Nice defenses there by Sativa.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sativa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sativa slips a straight right by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sativa.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Sylus Sativa's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab.
Sativa uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Itzpapalotltotec.
It looked like Sativa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sativa avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A shot to the liver by Itzpapalotltotec. Beautiful body shot.
The fighters circling - Itzpapalotltotec throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a shot from downtown. Sativa moves away and avoids it.
Sativa swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Sativa misses with a jab to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sativa cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a right hand to the side of the head.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a hook to the body. Sativa takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sativa looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sativa lands with an uppercut that bounces Itzpapalotltotec off the cage and back into range.
Sativa shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Itzpapalotltotec eats them both and turns towards Sativa to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Sativa lands a two punch combo.
Sativa swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook.
Sylus Sativa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a series of punches but Sativa moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sativa.
It looked like Sativa wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sativa scores with a punch to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Sativa was well out of range.
Sativa is looking to counter punch.
Sativa wants to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec slips to the side
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed right hand from Sativa misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a left hand
and Sativa counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T3#
Sativa looks to land a left hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sativa misses with a hook
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sativa tries to score with a low kick but Itzpapalotltotec moves his leg out of the way.
Itzpapalotltotec waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sativa.
Itzpapalotltotec on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Sativa looks to throw the jab but Itzpapalotltotec is out of range. #T4#
Sativa misses with a hook.
Sativa is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
Sativa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Sativa misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Well Itzpapalotltotec 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 27:30
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: BBFC 11: Krutel Vs. Bigg
Date: Apr 17, 2021

#R1##CL#
Merel clinches.
Merel working aggressively here.
Merel blocks the elbow strike.
Merel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Merel.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to circle away but Merel has him pinned against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Merel as Itzpapalotltotec tries to tie him up.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Merel lands with a light punch inside.
Merel pushes Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec stalling against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Merel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Merel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Merel misses with the head strike. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Merel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Merel.
Merel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Merel fails to land.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Merel backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break the clinch but can't.
Merel lands a left hand that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to stall but Merel improves his position.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Merel is controlling him.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a short punch on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Itzpapalotltotec.
Merel lands with a left to the head. #T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Itzpapalotltotec.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an elbow inside that Merel shrugs off. #CUT2#It looks like Anthony Merel has been cut.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break the clinch but can't.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to work over Merel's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Merel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Merel misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Merel.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Merel blocks the elbow strike.
Merel working aggressively here.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but it misses.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to break free of the clinch but Merel has double underhooks.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Merel blocks a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
A short right from Merel on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand that snaps the head of Merel backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook from the clinch.
Merel blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Merel tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Merel lands a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec pushes off an throws an elbow but Merel leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec working hard to break the clinch.
Merel lands a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to throw knees to the head but Merel is blocking nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Merel scores with a shot to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Merel.
A short left from Merel.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land knees in the clinch but Merel avoids the damage to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an elbow over the top.
Merel misses with a short punch on the inside.
Merel blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Merel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Merel blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Merel.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Merel presses Itzpapalotltotec against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Merel blocks the elbow strike.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a knee strike.
Merel lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Merel.
Merel tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Merel lands with a left to the head.
Merel lands an uppercut.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Merel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a body shot from Merel.
A body shot lands from Merel.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Merel blocks it with crossed arms.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Merel dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Anthony Merel's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Merel swings widly with a right hand
and Merel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Merel throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Merel jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Merel tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves away
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Merel tries to clinch up.
Merel comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Merel tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Itzpapalotltotec defends well and Merel ends up having to push Itzpapalotltotec into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A right hand to the body from Merel.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Merel tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Merel avoids it.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Merel fails to land. #T1#
Merel misses with a punch to the body.
Merel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Merel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Merel lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Merel has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Merel digs a right hand into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Itzpapalotltotec's gas tank.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Merel presses Itzpapalotltotec against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Merel working aggressively here.
Merel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Merel.
A head punch on the inside from Merel fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position but instead, Merel has worked for underhooks and has pushed Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a punch but it's blocked by Merel. #T2#
Merel prevents a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Merel tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Merel blocks the elbow strike.
Itzpapalotltotec's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Itzpapalotltotec stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Itzpapalotltotec paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Merel looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Merel throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
A nice side step and Itzpapalotltotec releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a stiff left hand from Merel.#CL#
Merel clinches.
Merel has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec. #T3##BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Merel misses with a hook. Itzpapalotltotec ducked under it nicely.
Merel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a straight right hand from Merel.
Merel is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Itzpapalotltotec can do to turn this around?
Merel tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Merel showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Merel throws a jab but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Merel.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Merel steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Merel slips under a jab.
It looked like Merel was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Nice cross by Merel.
Itzpapalotltotec slips a jab from Merel.#T4#
Merel misses the body punch
and Merel takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Anthony Merel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body shot but no joy.
Merel just misses with a punch to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Merel throws out the jab.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice jab there from Merel.
Merel thuds his right hand into Itzpapalotltotec's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Merel takes one to the chin there.
Merel throws a body shot but no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Merel.
Merel swings for the body but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Merel throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Merel misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Merel dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Anthony Merel's cut.
That's time! Merel's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Jab from Merel.
Merel throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Merel was well out of range. Poor timing from Itzpapalotltotec.
Merel misses with an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Merel closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Merel swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merel throws out a loose jab but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Merel.
Merel throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Merel with a body shot.
Merel fails with an attempt to clinch. #T1#
Merel ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Merel fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Merel closes the distance and pushes Itzpapalotltotec back into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a knee strike.
Merel lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Merel tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right handed body shot lands from Merel.
The referee calls for Itzpapalotltotec to work.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the action here for a moment.
Merel avoids the elbow strike from Itzpapalotltotec, against the cage.
Merel letting Itzpapalotltotec take a breather here.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Merel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Merel misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec displaying some good clinch control by pressing Merel up against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Merel misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Merel jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Merel throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Merel throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Merel misses with a hook to the body
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Merel bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Itzpapalotltotec's head backwards.#T3#
Merel throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Merel moves into the clinch successfully.
Anthony Merel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Merel has him pressed against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Merel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Merel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a knee strike.
Merel cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with some punches.
Merel misses with the head strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Merel creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Merel works on Itzpapalotltotec's body with a couple of short punches.
Merel fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec taking a breather.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a knee to the head but misses.
Merel misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Merel throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Merel misses with a hook from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A left hand lands to the body for Merel.
Merel lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec has a couple of punches blocked by Merel.
Merel swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Merel swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Itzpapalotltotec has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Merel.
Merel lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with knees to the body.
Merel scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Merel on the inside. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Merel closes the distance and clinches.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Anthony Merel is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Merel misses with a hook to the ribs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Anthony Merel showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Merel 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: BBFC FIGHT NIGHT 6
Date: Mar 13, 2021

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Itzpapalotltotec duly obliges.
Bravo misses with a takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a right hand to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bravo.
Itzpapalotltotec dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bravo moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Bravo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an off balance right hand
and Bravo counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#TD2#
Bravo shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Bravo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Itzpapalotltotec doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bravo. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but Bravo is controlling well.
Bravo is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Itzpapalotltotec reverses the position - he's now on top in Bravo's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass the guard but Bravo is keeping the position.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bravo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Itzpapalotltotec has managed to get both his arms back between Bravo's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Bravo lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Itzpapalotltotec has Bravo pulled in close to control his posture.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to control the position but Bravo postures up. #SUB2#
Bravo has gone for a leg lock! Itzpapalotltotec slips out almost immediately though and dives into Bravo's guard.#REVR#
Itzpapalotltotec looking to pass the guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bravo trying to control the position. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control from the top but Bravo keeps moving.
Itzpapalotltotec passes into half guard.
Bravo won't allow Itzpapalotltotec to pass to mount.
Bravo wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is working for a submission of some sort.
Bravo gets back to full guard. #SUB2#
Bravo looking for a guillotine here but Itzpapalotltotec defends easily. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec won't allow Bravo to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Bravo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Itzpapalotltotec is aware though and is defending well.
Bravo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling from the top position.
Bravo has Itzpapalotltotec pulled in close to control his posture.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bravo wants to sweep but no luck.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bravo fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Bravo shoots for a double leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. He's pushed Bravo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bravo at a distance.
Bravo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a straight right.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a looping overhand right but Bravo ducks down to avoid it.
A nice side step and Bravo releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bravo.#T1#
Bravo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edgar Bravo.
Bravo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with the left hand. Bravo knows he should have avoided that one.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bravo with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a slapping body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
Bravo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec swings for the body but Bravo moves out of range. #TD2#
Bravo gets the takedown into side control.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bravo working away.
Edgar Bravo has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Bravo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Bravo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec can't do much from the bottom here.
Bravo tries to advance position but instead Itzpapalotltotec slips a leg back in to half guard. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec gets full guard.
Bravo trying to control the position from guard on top but Itzpapalotltotec is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bravo is aware though and is defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec has control of Bravo's left arm, preventing Bravo from doing any damage. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a triangle but Bravo pushes his legs off easily. #T4#
Bravo stays in close to Itzpapalotltotec's body and controls the position.
Bravo trying to control the position from guard on top but Itzpapalotltotec is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bravo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Itzpapalotltotec has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bravo has managed to get both his arms back between Itzpapalotltotec's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bravo defends well.#SUB2#
Bravo is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Itzpapalotltotec is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Itzpapalotltotec has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to pass the guard but Bravo is keeping the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws the left hand but Bravo avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bravo.
Itzpapalotltotec swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec works Bravo's body with a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bravo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Bravo fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Edgar Bravo.
Bravo fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bravo.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Edgar Bravo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bravo walks into a straight right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.#TD2#
Bravo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Bravo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Bravo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3##SUB2#
Bravo is trying to work for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well. #SUB2#
Bravo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Itzpapalotltotec defends it well. #SUB2#
Bravo looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Bravo 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.
Bravo trying to control the action but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Bravo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bravo is trying to control the action in half guard but Itzpapalotltotec is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Bravo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to full guard.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Bravo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Itzpapalotltotec is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bravo can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Bravo is looking for a kimura here.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Itzpapalotltotec, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: BBFC Fight Night 3
Date: Feb 19, 2021

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a good body shot.
Glotsby moves to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec breaks away
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Glotsby misses with a takedown attempt - Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Glotsby at a distance.
A cross from Itzpapalotltotec lands.#CL2#
Glotsby drives through and clinches with Itzpapalotltotec against the cage. #BC#
Itzpapalotltotec'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.
Itzpapalotltotec getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Glotsby closes the distance looking to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
Glotsby swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Itzpapalotltotec, as that shot connected.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a jab to Glotsby's midsection.
Glotsby uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt
and Glotsby takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Glotsby tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Glotsby takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Glotsby doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Glotsby takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Frank Glotsby.
Glotsby throws a right hand that misses
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Glotsby.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Glotsby gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Glotsby fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#Glotsby is rocked!
Itzpapalotltotec throws an uppercut from hell that sends Glotsby clean off his feet! He's out cold! Itzpapalotltotec stands back and admires his work as he thinks about that KO of the night award that is surely being wrapped up for him back stage.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
A relieved looking Pablo Itzpapalotltotec thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Frank Glotsby had this to say: 'I knew I was going to be tested tonight. This guy is a true athlete. Good fight brother!'.

Event: BFC 35: Dudayev Vs. Ozbourne
Date: Jan 30, 2021

#R1#
Koh throws a series of punches but Itzpapalotltotec avoids them all with ease.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter punch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Koh on the side of the head. #CL2#
Koh has closed the distance and engaged Itzpapalotltotec in a clinch.
Koh lands a left hand that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec avoiding damage as Koh throws knees to the body.
Koh misses with a hook from the clinch.
Koh unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to stall.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a left hand.
Koh tries a knee to the head but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Koh tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Koh scores a nice knee to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec struggles to land a body shot inside as Koh controls his hands.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Koh misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Itzpapalotltotec.
Koh connects with a nasty looking knee right to Itzpapalotltotec's face.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koh is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Itzpapalotltotec is defending well for now.
Koh lands a good knee to the midsection. Itzpapalotltotec won't want to take too many of those.#T1#
Koh prevents a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Koh can't find room to land a body shot as Itzpapalotltotec controls the action.
A short uppercut from Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a knee strike.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Koh tries to land a knee to the head but Itzpapalotltotec blocks with his arms.
Itzpapalotltotec stalling in the clinch but Koh improves position.
Koh tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Itzpapalotltotec taking a breather.
Koh tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Koh avoids a wild elbow strike from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Koh.
A nice left hand lands by Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to break free of the clinch but Koh has double underhooks.
Koh using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Itzpapalotltotec has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to land knees to the body.
Koh tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Koh using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Itzpapalotltotec has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break the clinch but can't. #T2#
Koh misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Itzpapalotltotec.
Koh swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Koh tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow.
Koh managing to block the knees to the body from Itzpapalotltotec.
Koh on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec pressing his opponent against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a body shot.
A short right from Koh on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Koh tries to land a knee to the head but Itzpapalotltotec blocks with his arms.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Koh tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Koh misses with a hook to the ribs.
Koh lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short left from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Koh has him pressed against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Koh tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow.
Koh swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Koh misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to stall but Koh uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Koh tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Koh tries a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it.
Koh pushes Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Koh lands a knee to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break the clinch but can't.
Koh prevents Itzpapalotltotec from breaking the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Koh avoids it.
Itzpapalotltotec stalling in the clinch but Koh improves position.
Koh with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec prevents a body shot from Koh.
Koh lands a knee to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to stall but Koh improves his position. #T4#
Koh lands a nice knee to the body.
Koh swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Koh avoiding damage as Itzpapalotltotec throws knees to the body.
Koh lands a left hand.
Koh misses with a hook from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec managing to block the knees to the body from Koh.
Koh tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
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!
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut.
Koh tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a knee to the head.
Koh doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Koh lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Koh.
Koh misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a knee to the head but Koh blocks with his arms.
Koh lands a hook that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Koh tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Koh working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Koh tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Itzpapalotltotec's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Koh dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Koh closes the distance and clinches.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Koh utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Koh lands a body punch.
Koh blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Koh lands a body punch in the clinch.
Koh lands with a right to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but it misses.
Koh makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Koh utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Koh lands a left hand that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
A short left from Koh.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Koh avoids it.
Daniel Koh seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Koh tries a body shot but Itzpapalotltotec blocks it. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Koh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to maintain a safe position but Koh gets an underhook and turns Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Koh using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Koh tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec working aggressively here.
Koh misses with a knee strike.
Koh has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but it misses.
Koh softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
A shot in the inside from Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break free.
Koh works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
A right hand to the body from Koh.
Koh misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Itzpapalotltotec. #T2#
Koh with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Itzpapalotltotec avoiding damage as Koh throws knees to the body.
Koh lands with a left to the head.
Koh goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Koh tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Koh connects with a nasty looking knee right to Itzpapalotltotec's face.
Koh blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to maintain a safe position but Koh gets an underhook and turns Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Koh lands a nice shot to the body.
Koh doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Itzpapalotltotec avoiding damage as Koh throws knees to the body.
Koh misses with some punches.
Koh misses with a short punch on the inside.
Koh lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Koh blocks it with crossed arms. #T3#
Koh cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot.
Koh lands a right hand that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Koh throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Koh throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Koh missing with knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Koh obliges.
Koh throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Koh trying to land knees to the body.
Koh has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
A short uppercut from Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec pushes off an throws an elbow but Koh leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Koh tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Koh creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an elbow over the top.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position but instead, Koh has worked for underhooks and has pushed Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand. #T4#
Koh blocks an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A bit of stalling here from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Koh tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Koh misses with a hook to the ribs.
Koh struggles to land a body shot inside as Itzpapalotltotec controls his hands.
Koh landing knees to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec stalling in the clinch but Koh improves position.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a body shot from Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a body shot from Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow that misses.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Koh as Itzpapalotltotec tries to tie him up.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a elbow thrown towards Koh's brow.
Koh tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Daniel Koh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Koh tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Koh misses with a double jab.
Koh misses with a combination
and Koh takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Koh wants to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Koh swings widly with a right hand
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Koh closes the distance but Itzpapalotltotec moves to the side
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec cracks Koh with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Itzpapalotltotec circles away from the clinch attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Koh misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Koh moves into the clinch successfully.
Koh softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to maintain a safe position but Koh gets an underhook and turns Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Nice body punch from Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position but instead, Koh has worked for underhooks and has pushed Itzpapalotltotec into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Koh is defending well for now.#T2#
Koh putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Itzpapalotltotec in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Koh lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Koh tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Koh softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Koh avoids the elbow strike from Itzpapalotltotec, against the cage.
A body shot lands from Koh.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Koh.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Koh lands a shoulder strike.
Koh lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Koh misses with a hook from the clinch.
Koh lands a shoulder strike.
Itzpapalotltotec creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Koh lands an uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Koh as Itzpapalotltotec tries to tie him up.
Itzpapalotltotec with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T3#
Koh landing knees to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to stall.
Koh lands a body punch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Koh misses with a punch on the inside.
Knees in the clinch landing for Koh.
A right hand to the body from Koh.
Koh lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Koh with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Koh lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Koh throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Koh lands with a right to the head.
Koh tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Itzpapalotltotec avoids it.
Koh throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Itzpapalotltotecs head.
Koh tries to work over Itzpapalotltotec's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Koh can't find room to land a body shot as Itzpapalotltotec controls the action. #T4#
Koh misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but it misses.
Koh lands a right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Koh misses with a knee strike.
A nice left hand lands by Itzpapalotltotec.
A nice right hand lands inside from Koh.
Koh pushes Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Koh misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Itzpapalotltotec managing to block the knees to the body from Koh.
Koh tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a light punch inside.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but it misses.
Itzpapalotltotec's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Koh lands a right hand.
Koh lands a left hand.
Itzpapalotltotec creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Koh's defenses.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land knees in the clinch but Koh avoids the damage to the body.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Itzpapalotltotec lands a hook that snaps the head of Koh backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
Daniel Koh comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Koh 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 Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: BFC CHRISTMAS BASH
Date: Dec 24, 2020

#R1#
Johns tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Johns moves forwards but Itzpapalotltotec connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Johns throws a sloppy head kick and Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range easily.
Johns with a poor takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Johns ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Johns fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of John Johns.
Johns tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Johns dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Johns wants to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec slips to the side
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Johns closes the distance but Itzpapalotltotec moves to the side
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Johns misses with a takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Johns tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a series of strikes. Johns will be more careful next time no doubt.
Johns tries to clinch up
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Johns thinking. #T2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Johns jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Itzpapalotltotec walks away with a smile on his face. Johns gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johns walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Itzpapalotltotec slaps away a takedown attempt from Johns, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Johns tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Itzpapalotltotec showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Johns.
An attempted straight right counter from Itzpapalotltotec misses the target.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Itzpapalotltotec went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Johns takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Johns falls off balance throwing a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Johns misses with a takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Johns closes the distance but Itzpapalotltotec moves to the side
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Johns shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Johns misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Johns drops his hands momentarily and Itzpapalotltotec takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Johns gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#Johns is rocked!
Johns tries to clinch up
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a big right hand! Oh Johns is in trouble here! Itzpapalotltotec follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: BFC Hardcore 6
Date: Nov 28, 2020

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Mantle uses good head movement to avoid it.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Mantle pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mantle throws the left hand but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the punch easily.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mantle misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Mantle lands a glancing blow to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Mantle is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Mantle misses.
We've been hearing reports that Mantle has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Mantle misses with an uppercut.
Mantle misses the jab.#T1#
A jab from Mantle finds it's way through Itzpapalotltotec's defenses.
Mantle cracks a nice hook into Itzpapalotltotec's ribs.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a looping right.
It looked like Mantle was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a nice looking body shot.
Mantle showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Mantle is just out of range.
Mantle misses the shot to the body.
Mantle misses with a body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a nice right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mantle.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Mantle avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Mantle's ribcage but misses.
Mantle throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mantle throws a body punch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Mantle swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Itzpapalotltotec throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Mantle to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Mantle throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A big left from Itzpapalotltotec misses. #T3#
Mantle scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mantle ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle cracks Itzpapalotltotec with a good jab.#CL#
Mantle moves into the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to striking at distance but Mantle won't allow it. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mantle ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle throwing a counter right hand but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to score with a jab to the body but Mantle is just out of range.
Mantle sizes up Itzpapalotltotec with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T4#
Mantle staying out of range there.
Mantle throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
Mantle ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Nice defenses there by Itzpapalotltotec.
As Mantle backs off Itzpapalotltotec throws a huge counter combo but Mantle manages to avoid it all.
Itzpapalotltotec displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mantle throws out the jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Mantle.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a lazy uppercut
and Mantle counters with a right hand to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab.#CL#
Mantle closes the distance and pushes Itzpapalotltotec back into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec has had enough of the clinch but Mantle keeps him there for the moment.
Mantle misses with some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Graham Mantle dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Mantle uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec scores with a jab to the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an off balance right hand #CL#
and Mantle moves into the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Mantle has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Itzpapalotltotec with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mantle misses with a punch on the inside. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mantle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mantle misses the jab.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mantle connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL#
Mantle takes the fight into the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to push Mantle away but Mantle has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to force a seperation but Mantle has the dominant position.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Mantle darts in and clinches Itzpapalotltotec up against the cage.
Mantle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a knee to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to stall but Mantle uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Mantle misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Mantle lands a nice uppercut.
Mantle blocks an elbow strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mantle.
Mantle lands with a short shot to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to throw knees to the head but Mantle is blocking nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a knee to the head but Mantle blocks it.
Mantle has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to stall but Mantle uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to control Mantle's arms but Mantle gets an underhook and turns him. Now Itzpapalotltotec has his back to the cage.
Mantle keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Itzpapalotltotec's efforts to push away.
Mantle misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec working hard to break the clinch.
Mantle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to push Mantle away but Mantle has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A frustrated look appears on Itzpapalotltotec's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Mantle has him pressed against the cage.
Mantle managing to block the knees to the body from Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mantle's brow. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Graham Mantle is winning the standup battle so far.
Mantle stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Itzpapalotltotec staying out of range there.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec missing with a left hand there. Mantle was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Itzpapalotltotec might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from Mantle on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Mantle ducks right into an uppercut from Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle cracks Itzpapalotltotec with an open hand slap.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot.
Mantle is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to throw the jab but Mantle is out of range.
Mantle misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Itzpapalotltotec ducks under a wild hook from Mantle.#CL#
Itzpapalotltotec gets tackled into the cage by Mantle. Mantle maintains the clinch.
Mantle throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Mantle is controlling him.
Mantle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Mantle blocks it with crossed arms.
Mantle prevents a body shot from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mantle lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Mantle pushes Itzpapalotltotec back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from Mantle.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to break the clinch but Mantle is controlling the position.
Itzpapalotltotec using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mantle has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Mantle swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mantle lands with a light punch inside.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to circle away but Mantle has him pinned against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mantle backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Graham Mantle dominated that second round.
That's time! Mantle's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Mantle misses with a low kick.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #CL#
Mantle drives through and clinches with Itzpapalotltotec against the cage.
Mantle throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mantle misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec working hard to break the clinch.
Mantle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mantle misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mantle takes an elbow to the temple.
Mantle lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to break free of the clinch but Mantle has double underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Mantle fails to land.
Mantle blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mantle throws a head punch that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to break the clinch but Mantle is controlling the position.
Mantle throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break the clinch but can't.
Itzpapalotltotec with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Mantle misses with a punch on the inside.
Mantle throws a head punch that misses.
Mantle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mantle scores with a shoulder strike.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but it misses.
Mantle throws a head punch that misses.
Mantle lands an uppercut.
Itzpapalotltotec has had enough of the clinch but Mantle keeps him there for the moment.
Mantle tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Mantle lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Mantle throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle working aggressively here.
Mantle misses with some punches.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mantle.
Itzpapalotltotec has had enough of the clinch but Mantle keeps him there for the moment.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Mantle throws a head punch that misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Itzpapalotltotec can't break the clinch.
Mantle avoiding damage as Itzpapalotltotec throws knees to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec just misses with a elbow thrown towards Mantle's brow.
Itzpapalotltotec taking a breather.
Mantle working aggressively here.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break free but Mantle has control.
Mantle gets through Itzpapalotltotec's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to circle away but Mantle has him pinned against the cage.
Mantle is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Itzpapalotltotec can do to turn this around?#T3#
Mantle misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to break free of the clinch but Mantle has double underhooks.
A head punch on the inside from Itzpapalotltotec fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to striking at distance but Mantle won't allow it.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Mantle has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Mantle fails to land.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to striking at distance but Mantle won't allow it.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks from the clinch.
Mantle stuns Itzpapalotltotec with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Mantle throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
A slow jab from Mantle misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for the big counter here.
Mantle avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mantle thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Mantle misses with a looping left.
A swing and a miss from Mantle.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Itzpapalotltotec 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.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a looping overhand right but Mantle ducks down to avoid it.
Mantle throws a right hand that Itzpapalotltotec ducks under and follows up with a left that Itzpapalotltotec also avoids with ease.
Mantle is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range as Mantle strikes.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mantle lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
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!
Mantle steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Itzpapalotltotec.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Graham Mantle clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Mantle ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec walks into a straight right hand from Mantle.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Mantle saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a body punch but Mantle moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a leg kick nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Mantle avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Mantle connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Itzpapalotltotec scrambles back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a right hand but Mantle moved out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a loose jab but Mantle uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mantle connects with a body shot.#CL#
Itzpapalotltotec gets tackled into the cage by Mantle. Mantle maintains the clinch. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec gets through Mantle's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Mantle blocks an uppercut.
Mantle swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mantle misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Mantle throws a head punch that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands with a left to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with knees to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a hook from the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Mantle is controlling him.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mantle has him pressed against the cage.
Mantle swings wildly with an uppercut but Itzpapalotltotec uses good head movement to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Mantle working aggressively here.
Mantle misses with the head strike.
Itzpapalotltotec has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2#
Mantle throws a head punch that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break the clinch but Mantle has him pressed against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Mantle fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to break free of the clinch but Mantle has double underhooks. #BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec manages to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Mantle's ribcage but misses.
Mantle misses with a right hand
and Mantle takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mantle throws a big shot that misses.
Mantle misses with a hook
and Mantle takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mantle waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Itzpapalotltotec.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Good exchange - Itzpapalotltotec coming out on top.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mantle has time to react.
Mantle swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Graham Mantle seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Mantle closes the distance and clinches.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to force a seperation but Mantle has the dominant position.
A head punch on the inside from Mantle fails to land.
Mantle scores with a nice hook to the head.
Itzpapalotltotec blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Graham Mantle has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Itzpapalotltotec working hard to break the clinch.#BC2#
Itzpapalotltotec breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Mantle gets a clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, Itzpapalotltotec throws an elbow but misses.
Mantle managing to block the knees to the body from Itzpapalotltotec.
A frustrated look appears on Itzpapalotltotec's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T4#
Mantle prevents Itzpapalotltotec from breaking the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec blocking some punches.
Mantle swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand.
Mantle throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
A short right from Mantle on the inside.
Mantle lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Mantle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mantle misses with a short punch on the inside.
Itzpapalotltotec tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mantle's elbow.
Mantle lands a right hand that snaps the head of Itzpapalotltotec backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mantle backwards.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to striking at distance but Mantle won't allow it.
Mantle misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mantle throws a punch but it's blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mantle.
Mantle has a couple of punches blocked by Itzpapalotltotec.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Graham Mantle had his way with Pablo Itzpapalotltotec in that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Mantle saw that one coming.
Mantle works Itzpapalotltotec's body with a nice hook.
Good exchange - Itzpapalotltotec coming out on top.
Mantle misses with a hook.
Mantle looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mantle throws a lazy uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mantle throws a big shot that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mantle.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an off balance right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Mantle swings widly with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Mantle fails with an attempt to clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Mantle's ribcage but misses.
A quick step to the side and Mantle tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mantle lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Jab from Mantle.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a swing at Mantle's ribcage but misses.
A little feinted left hand from Mantle on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A jab from Mantle does it's job there.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Mantle scores with a nice right hand. #T2#
A big left from Mantle misses.
A slow jab from Itzpapalotltotec misses its intended target.
Itzpapalotltotec throws an off balance right hand
and Mantle connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Itzpapalotltotec looks to land a combination but Mantle avoids it well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mantle fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mantle throws a lazy right hand but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mantle walks into a stiff left hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle throws an overhand right that lands on Itzpapalotltotec's shoulder, as Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid the shot.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mantle missing with a left hand there. Itzpapalotltotec was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec misses the jab.
Mantle scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Itzpapalotltotec doesn't seem bothered though.
Mantle misses with a looping left.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mantle is looking to clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a looping overhand right but Mantle ducks down to avoid it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses the body punch
and Itzpapalotltotec takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mantle misses with a looping left.
Mantle throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with an uppercut. Mantle saw that one coming.
Nice shot lands for Mantle.#T4#
Mantle connects with the punch.
Itzpapalotltotec slips under a jab from Mantle.
Itzpapalotltotec swats away the attempt to clinch by Mantle.
Mantle uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Itzpapalotltotec.
Mantle swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Mantle bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mantle looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Mantle with a body shot.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mantle slips under a jab from Itzpapalotltotec.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 50:45
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 50:45
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 50:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Graham Mantle!
Graham Mantle retains his featherweight title!
An out of breath and clearly excited Graham Mantle thanked Brooklyn Apothecary for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).

Event: BFC SYNDICATE 5
Date: Nov 06, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rahl dives in for a single leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Rahl darts in looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec gets double underhooks and turns Rahl into the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Rahl avoids it with no problem.
Itzpapalotltotec's coach down at ZuccoTraining Ground was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Itzpapalotltotec's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Rahl will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Darken Rahl. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rahl fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Itzpapalotltotec leaves Rahl with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rahl tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Rahl with a body shot.
Darken Rahl seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rahl on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Rahl drives through with a takedown into Itzpapalotltotec's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rahl is aware though and is defending well.
Rahl throws a big right hand that misses.
Itzpapalotltotec avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Rahl works over Itzpapalotltotec with some ground and pound from guard.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rahl missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Rahl with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rahl postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Rahl scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working for a triangle but Rahl defends it easily.
Rahl lands a couple of digs.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to keep Rahl in close. #T2#
Rahl throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec controlling the position.
Itzpapalotltotec working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Rahl.
Rahl connects with a couple of short punches.
Itzpapalotltotec avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Rahl has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Rahl working some strikes from top position.
Rahl postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Rahl should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Itzpapalotltotec has tightened it up now! Rahl should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
During a confident post fight interview, Pablo Itzpapalotltotec thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: BFC 23:Butcher vs. Matsuzaka 2
Date: Oct 03, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Shigochiyo defending well as Itzpapalotltotec loads up on a big left hand.
Shigochiyo shoots in but no luck this time.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to counter punch.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a jab when Shigochiyo was well out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Shigochiyo dives in for a single leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Itzpapalotltotec throwing a counter right hand but Shigochiyo manages to avoid it.
Shigochiyo misses with a takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Teshima Shigochiyo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shigochiyo ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Shigochiyo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec thows a left - swing and a miss!
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch but Shigochiyo is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shigochiyo.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Itzpapalotltotec swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a head shot.
Shigochiyo takes a jab right on the kisser.
A jab from Itzpapalotltotec does it's job there.#T2##CL#
Itzpapalotltotec drives through and clinches with Shigochiyo against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Itzpapalotltotec's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD2#
Shigochiyo lands a nice trip takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Shigochiyo is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but Shigochiyo is controlling well.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Shigochiyo is keeping busy. #T3##SUB2#
Shigochiyo is looking for a kimura here. #SUB2#
Shigochiyo seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Shigochiyo wants to work for an arm triangle but Itzpapalotltotec is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to improve his position but Shigochiyo is controlling well. #SUB2#
Shigochiyo is working for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Shigochiyo is working for a submission of some sort. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Shigochiyo is working for a submission of some sort.
Itzpapalotltotec is controlling Shigochiyo's trapped leg to prevent Shigochiyo from advancing to side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Shigochiyo trying to control the action but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Shigochiyo.
Shigochiyo misses with a combination
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a hook to the side of Shigochiyo's head but Shigochiyo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Shigochiyo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Shigochiyo ducks under a wild hook from Itzpapalotltotec.
Shigochiyo with the counter takedown but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec gets caught napping as Shigochiyo dives in and scores a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec manages to retain guard.
Shigochiyo stays in close to Itzpapalotltotec's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Shigochiyo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Itzpapalotltotec has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shigochiyo has managed to get both his arms back between Itzpapalotltotec's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Shigochiyo wants to control from the top but Itzpapalotltotec keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec pulls Shigochiyo in close to his closed guard and prevents Shigochiyo from doing any damage or advancing position.
Shigochiyo wants to control from the top but Itzpapalotltotec keeps moving. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Shigochiyo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB2#
Shigochiyo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Itzpapalotltotec looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Itzpapalotltotec looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Itzpapalotltotec! #REVR##T2#
Shigochiyo is being controlled here.
Shigochiyo is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec swings around for an armbar but Shigochiyo sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
Shigochiyo trying to control the position from guard on top but Itzpapalotltotec is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Shigochiyo is fighting to break Itzpapalotltotec's control of his arms but Itzpapalotltotec is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Shigochiyo slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Itzpapalotltotec not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for a guillotine here but Shigochiyo defends easily. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Shigochiyo is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Shigochiyo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shigochiyo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Shigochiyo wants to control from the top but Itzpapalotltotec keeps moving. #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.
Itzpapalotltotec controls Shigochiyo momentarily but Shigochiyo frees himself.
Shigochiyo looking to sit in guard and control but Itzpapalotltotec gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Itzpapalotltotec wanted to stand there but Shigochiyo had control of the position.
Itzpapalotltotec slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shigochiyo can do to turn this around?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU#
Itzpapalotltotec decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Shigochiyo, up you get!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Itzpapalotltotec works Shigochiyo's body with a nice hook.
Shigochiyo misses with an uppercut. Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming.
Itzpapalotltotec was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD2#
Shigochiyo closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Shigochiyo lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shigochiyo trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Shigochiyo drops back, looking for a kneebar! Itzpapalotltotec looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Itzpapalotltotec looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Itzpapalotltotec! #REVR##SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Itzpapalotltotec has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Itzpapalotltotec trying to control the action but Shigochiyo is working from the bottom.
Shigochiyo is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#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.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Shigochiyo is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Shigochiyo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shigochiyo keeps working.
Shigochiyo sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to his feet. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to take a breather but Shigochiyo is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to his feet.
Shigochiyo wants to get back to full guard but Itzpapalotltotec has mounted him!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shigochiyo tries to hold on but Itzpapalotltotec postures up.#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Shigochiyo has worked his arm free - good work by Shigochiyo! #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Itzpapalotltotec controls the position. #SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec swings around for an armbar but Shigochiyo sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Itzpapalotltotec's guard.
Shigochiyo wants to control from the top but Itzpapalotltotec keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Itzpapalotltotec looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Teshima Shigochiyo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Shigochiyo is fighting to break Itzpapalotltotec's control of his arms but Itzpapalotltotec is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 30:27
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: BFC Swimmer Birthday Bash 1
Date: Sep 13, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Dos Santos with a lazy takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left and a right that stings Dos Santos.
Dos Santos has his takedown stuffed
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Dos Santos with a lazy takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Darren Dos Santos.
Dos Santos misses with an uppercut
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dos Santos tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a two punch combo. #ROC#Dos Santos is rocked!
Dos Santos gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a huge left! Dos Santos is in big trouble! He's backing up but Itzpapalotltotec isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Dos Santos from any more damage. A dominating finish by Itzpapalotltotec!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
A victorious Pablo Itzpapalotltotec thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Darren Dos Santos was interviewed post fight and said 'I didn't like the fight but took it anyway because I'm a warrior and it was the first fight on a new deal. We'll be back. I look forward to what's next. Thank you to Conquer and Big Chief Nutrition. (Translated by Julio Maia from Portuguese)'.

Event: BFC HARDCORE 3
Date: Jul 24, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gilchrist fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Gilchrist tries to clinch up
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Itzpapalotltotec leaves Gilchrist with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gilchrist misses with a takedown attempt - Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Gilchrist avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sonny Gilchrist. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gilchrist closes the distance and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec, looking for a takedown. Gilchrist pushes Itzpapalotltotec against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Sonny Gilchrist seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1##TD#
Itzpapalotltotec gets caught napping as Gilchrist dives in and scores a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec manages to retain guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is controlling Gilchrist's posture.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec working for a triangle but Gilchrist defends it easily.
Our spies down at at ZuccoTraining Ground inform us that Itzpapalotltotec has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Gilchrist stops Itzpapalotltotec from standing up.
Gilchrist content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Itzpapalotltotec seems keen to control Gilchrist's posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gilchrist missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gilchrist can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Itzpapalotltotec is on top in guard. #REVB##T2##SUB#
Gilchrist looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well. Gilchrist quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Itzpapalotltotec has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Gilchrist celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sonny Gilchrist!
Sonny Gilchrist really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Core Combat logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: BFC 11: Hammer Vs. Payakaroon
Date: Jun 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Smith shoots in for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec shows good takedown defense.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Smith changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Itzpapalotltotec tries to avoid it but Smith manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Itzpapalotltotec to the ground. Itzpapalotltotec escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Smith gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cranky Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith shoots in and drives through. Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well.
Itzpapalotltotec let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Smith seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Itzpapalotltotec keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Itzpapalotltotec defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Smith.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horrible takedown attempt by Smith or perhaps it was just good defense by Itzpapalotltotec, which made it look bad.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Smith avoids it with no problem.
Smith misses with a takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec stuffs the takedown attempt from Smith. Smith gets slowly back to his feet.
Smith shoots in for a double leg but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Smith bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to improve position but can't.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
You can see the frustration on Itzpapalotltotec's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Smith haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to get back to half guard.#T2#
Smith is looking to take a break and control but Itzpapalotltotec is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to get back to half guard.
Smith wants to lay and pray for a moment but Itzpapalotltotec keeps working.
Itzpapalotltotec holds on to Smith's head and controls the position momentarily. #SUB#
Smith working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Smith is trying to get an arm triangle but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well. #T3##SUB#
Smith tries for a kimura but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Smith wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Smith is trying to get an arm triangle but Itzpapalotltotec is defending well. #SUB#
Smith is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Itzpapalotltotec knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to get back to his feet but Smith drags him back down.#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.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Smith postures up.
Smith looks up at the clock and then as Itzpapalotltotec takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Smith smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Itzpapalotltotec struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Smith tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Smith has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
You can see the frustration on Itzpapalotltotec's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Itzpapalotltotec stops Smith from passing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Smith is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Itzpapalotltotec has escaped the position, nice work there.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for a sweep.
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 Cranky Smith will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Smith shoots in for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Smith darts in looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec gets double underhooks and turns Smith into the cage.
Smith shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Itzpapalotltotec pinned against the cage. Itzpapalotltotec gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cranky Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to sprawl but Smith drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T1##SUB#
Smith is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Itzpapalotltotec defends it well.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to roll over but Smith keeps him under control.
Smith throwing shots but Itzpapalotltotec is blocking nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec is in trouble now - Smith has advanced to mount!
Smith trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Itzpapalotltotec is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Smith looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #T2#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Smith is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Smith is staying active.#SUB#
Smith with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter. #SUB#
Smith is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Itzpapalotltotec is surviving well by controlling Smith's body position as best he can.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to control but Smith is having none of it.
Smith looking to control but Itzpapalotltotec is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Smith looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a series of strikes thrown by Smith.
Itzpapalotltotec is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Smith mounts Itzpapalotltotec! Really nice guard pass there! #SUB#
Smith working for a submission but Itzpapalotltotec is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Smith looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard. #T4#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to hold on but Smith pushes him away.
Smith trying to control but Itzpapalotltotec is having none of it.
Smith misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Smith wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to hold on but Smith pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smith moves to take his opponent's back.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to break free.
Smith trying to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Cranky Smith dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Smith shoots in but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the takedown attempt easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Smith closes the distance and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec, looking for a takedown. Smith pushes Itzpapalotltotec against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Smith will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cranky Smith. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith shoots for a double leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. He's pushed Smith's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Smith shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith shoots for a double leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. He's pushed Smith's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Smith fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Smith dives in and grabs Itzpapalotltotec's left leg, looking for a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec pushes down on Smith's head and hops out.#T1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Smith or perhaps it was just good defense by Itzpapalotltotec, which made it look bad.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Smith fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it really well and circles away.
Itzpapalotltotec appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Smith does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Smith doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Smith shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Itzpapalotltotec as he avoids it easily. #T2#
Smith has a takedown stuffed.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Smith misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Smith fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Smith tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smith swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Smith tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a three punch combo that has Smith backing up. Smith nods at Itzpapalotltotec to acknowledge the strikes.#T3#
Smith with a lazy takedown attempt
and Smith takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Smith has his takedown stuffed
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smith attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Smith goes for a double leg but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Itzpapalotltotec continues to drive forward.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Smith fails to land the takedown.
Itzpapalotltotec is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Smith with a body shot.
Smith with a poor takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Smith fails with the takedown.#T4#
Smith tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Smith.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking for the big counter here.
Smith shoots in for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Smith fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Smith misses with a takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smith looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Itzpapalotltotec misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 27:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 27:29
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 28:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
A very excited looking Pablo Itzpapalotltotec 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: BFC HARDCORE 1
Date: May 24, 2020

#R1#
Goulding closes this distance looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Goulding fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Goulding misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jakob Goulding. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goulding shoots in but no luck this time.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Goulding shoots in looking for a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec tries to sprawl out of it but Goulding keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Itzpapalotltotec manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goulding wants to clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec keeps it at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goulding fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Goulding doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Goulding misses with a body punch
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Goulding shoots in looking for a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec tries to sprawl out of it but Goulding keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Itzpapalotltotec manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goulding is breathing heavily.
Goulding closes the distance looking to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goulding wants to clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec keeps it at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Goulding shoots in but no luck this time.
Goulding shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goulding misses with a takedown
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Goulding.
Itzpapalotltotec avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Goulding looks to land a right hand but Itzpapalotltotec moved out of range.
Goulding doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Goulding fails with a takedown attempt.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big left from Goulding misses.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Itzpapalotltotec has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Goulding misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Goulding closes the distance and clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec, looking for a takedown. Goulding pushes Itzpapalotltotec against the cage but Itzpapalotltotec circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Goulding fails with a takedown attempt.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Itzpapalotltotec as he avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T4#
Goulding tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves out of range.
Goulding tries to clinch
and Goulding takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec shows good takedown defense.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Goulding shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Goulding shoots and misses
and Goulding takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Itzpapalotltotec as he avoids it easily.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goulding dives in and grabs Itzpapalotltotec's left leg, looking for a takedown. Itzpapalotltotec pushes down on Goulding's head and hops out.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Goulding avoids it with no problem.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goulding misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Goulding avoids it with no problem.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. Itzpapalotltotec wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Goulding gets slowly back to his feet.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Goulding avoids it with no problem.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Goulding looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Itzpapalotltotec is fending him off so far but Goulding persists. Nope, Itzpapalotltotec circles away and we're back to standing.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Goulding avoids it with no problem.
Goulding fails with a takedown attempt.
Goulding gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jakob Goulding. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goulding with a poor takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goulding fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goulding misses with a takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
A big right from Goulding misses.
Itzpapalotltotec has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Itzpapalotltotec slaps away a takedown attempt from Goulding, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Goulding shoots in and drives through. Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well.
Goulding has his takedown stuffed
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Itzpapalotltotec might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Goulding fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Goulding is trying hard to land a takedown here. Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Goulding fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Goulding misses with a takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Goulding shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Goulding tries to close the distance and clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Goulding misses with a right hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Goulding shoots in looking for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Goulding's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Itzpapalotltotec looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Itzpapalotltotec slaps away a takedown attempt from Goulding, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Goulding tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Goulding misses with a left hand
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a two punch combo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goulding tries to clinch but Itzpapalotltotec moves away
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goulding has his takedown stuffed
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Goulding throws a poor cross that misses
and Itzpapalotltotec connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Goulding tries to score a power double leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Goulding somewhat.
No luck for Goulding with that takedown attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Goulding avoids it with no problem.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Itzpapalotltotec as he avoids it easily.
Goulding closes the distance looking to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec moves away from the strike by Goulding.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Goulding shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Itzpapalotltotec pinned against the cage. Itzpapalotltotec gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Nice sprawl there from Itzpapalotltotec as Goulding shoots in.
Goulding fails to land the takedown.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Itzpapalotltotec but Itzpapalotltotec pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Goulding misses with a takedown attempt - Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Goulding fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Goulding is defended easily by Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Goulding might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Itzpapalotltotec as he avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Itzpapalotltotec on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jakob Goulding. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Goulding has a takedown stuffed.
Goulding doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Goulding tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand. #T1#
Goulding with a poor takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Goulding looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Goulding tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Goulding with a lazy takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Goulding shoots for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Goulding. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Goulding has a takedown stuffed.
Goulding fails with the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a straight right hand.
Goulding with a lazy takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Goulding misses with a takedown attempt
letting Itzpapalotltotec counter with a right hand.
Goulding shoots in and drives through. Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well.
Nice takedown defense from Itzpapalotltotec. No joy for Goulding on that attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Goulding tries to clinch there but Itzpapalotltotec circles away.
Goulding fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Goulding darts in trying to clinch
and Itzpapalotltotec cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goulding misses with a takedown attempt
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
Goulding shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. Itzpapalotltotec wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Goulding gets slowly back to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.#T3#
Goulding fails with a takedown attempt.
Itzpapalotltotec swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Goulding has his takedown stuffed
enabling Itzpapalotltotec to counter with a crisp jab.
Goulding fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Goulding avoids it with no problem.
Goulding shoots in but Itzpapalotltotec avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Goulding throws a hook but Itzpapalotltotec avoids it easily.
It seemed like Itzpapalotltotec was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4#
Goulding shoots in and drives through. Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well.
Jakob Goulding has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nice sprawl there from Itzpapalotltotec as Goulding shoots in.
Goulding shoots for a double leg takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls well. He's pushed Goulding's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Itzpapalotltotec throws out a counter right but Goulding avoids it with no problem.
Horrible takedown attempt by Goulding or perhaps it was just good defense by Itzpapalotltotec, which made it look bad.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Itzpapalotltotec! But no joy.
Goulding tries for a takedown but Itzpapalotltotec circles away easily
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a stiff right hand.
Jakob Goulding seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Goulding with a poor takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Itzpapalotltotec keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Goulding throws a hook to the side of Itzpapalotltotec's head but Itzpapalotltotec sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Itzpapalotltotec 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 24:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 24:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 24:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
A very excited looking Pablo Itzpapalotltotec 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: Rural Champion 4
Date: Mar 17, 2020

#R1#
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a takedown attempt - Jota sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Itzpapalotltotec stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Itzpapalotltotec wants it to stay on the feet.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jota definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Itzpapalotltotec fails with a takedown attempt.
Jota half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch up but Jota circles away and keeps his distance.
Jota swats away the attempt to clinch by Itzpapalotltotec.
Jota is looking to counter with head kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Jota clinches with his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to pull guard but Jota has him pressed against the ropes.
Diago Jota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a knee to the head but Jota blocks it. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to stall but Jota uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Itzpapalotltotec missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Jota pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jota sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Jota is trying to defend but Itzpapalotltotec finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Jota tries to kick Itzpapalotltotec off in order to stand up. Itzpapalotltotec Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control.
Jota is breathing heavily.
Jota throwing some weak shots from the bottom that do no damage.
Itzpapalotltotec remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while. #T2##SUB2#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jota, who protects the arm well.
Jota is letting Itzpapalotltotec control him for a moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The ground and pound from Itzpapalotltotec seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Jota really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Itzpapalotltotec is looking to take a break and control but Jota is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SU2#
Itzpapalotltotec decides to stand back up. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec wants to clinch.#CL#
Jota clinches up with Itzpapalotltotec and pushes him back against the ropes.
Itzpapalotltotec is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to pull guard but Jota turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.#BC#
Jota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec drives through with a takedown into guard.
Itzpapalotltotec is standing up over Jota. Jota looks to escape but Itzpapalotltotec dives into side control. #T4##REVR#
Itzpapalotltotec takes a little break here. Jota wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Jota is not content to let Itzpapalotltotec control the position.
Itzpapalotltotec throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jota taking punishment in the form of punches.
Jota gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Itzpapalotltotec can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jota is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Itzpapalotltotec tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Jota paws at him with a jab and circles away.
As Itzpapalotltotec tries to get set, Jota tries to push him back and clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec manages to avoid the attempt.
Jota blocks the body kick.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch but Jota is having none of it.
Itzpapalotltotec changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jota tries to avoid it but Itzpapalotltotec manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jota to the ground. Jota escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jota looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Diago Jota is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in looking for a takedown. Jota tries to sprawl out of it but Itzpapalotltotec keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Jota manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jota changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Jota to the ground. Itzpapalotltotec is now in Jota's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jota keeping moving, preventing Itzpapalotltotec from controlling successfully.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Itzpapalotltotec postures up. #SU2#
Itzpapalotltotec decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Jota, up you get! #TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Jota's guard.#SU2#
Itzpapalotltotec stands up from Jota's guard - Itzpapalotltotec perhaps looking for a knockout.
Jota avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Itzpapalotltotec looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jota is looking to counter the offense by Itzpapalotltotec and move into the clinch.
Diago Jota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown but Jota shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jota sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Itzpapalotltotec moves in looking to clinch but Jota pushes him off.
Jota feinted with a counter takedown.
Itzpapalotltotec moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jota takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Itzpapalotltotec has a takedown stuffed.
Jota stuffs the takedown attempt from Itzpapalotltotec. Itzpapalotltotec gets slowly back to his feet.
Jota throws a counter high kick but Itzpapalotltotec was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nice sprawl there from Jota as Itzpapalotltotec shoots in.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jota shoots in but no luck this time. #T3#
Itzpapalotltotec has a takedown stuffed.
Jota went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Itzpapalotltotec shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jota but Jota pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Jota defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Itzpapalotltotec.
Itzpapalotltotec rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Jota moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Itzpapalotltotec misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Jota shoots and misses
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left and a right that stings Jota.
Jota keeps the fight on the outside.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch up but Jota circles away and keeps his distance.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to clinch.#T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Itzpapalotltotec looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Jota slaps away a takedown attempt from Itzpapalotltotec, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Diago Jota is winning the standup battle so far.
Itzpapalotltotec fails with a takedown attempt.
A quick step to the side and Jota tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch up but Jota circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
Itzpapalotltotec drives through and clinches with Jota against the ropes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Itzpapalotltotec tries for a takedown but Jota manages to get underhooks.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to land knees in the clinch but Jota avoids the damage to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Pablo Itzpapalotltotec will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Jota has his takedown stuffed
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a left to the body.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jota sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Itzpapalotltotec somewhat.
Itzpapalotltotec looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Jota is fending him off so far but Itzpapalotltotec persists. Nope, Jota circles away and we're back to standing.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to clinch up but Jota circles away and keeps his distance.
Itzpapalotltotec closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jota circles away.
Diago Jota has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pablo Itzpapalotltotec.
Jota wants to clinch up but Itzpapalotltotec keeps it at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jota shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Itzpapalotltotec counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Itzpapalotltotec looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T1#
Itzpapalotltotec throws a low kick, looking for Jota's leg but Jota calmly moves out of range.
Itzpapalotltotec fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jota drops down looking for a counter takedown but Itzpapalotltotec sprawls and moves away.
Jota stuffs the takedown.
Itzpapalotltotec lands a two punch combo.
Itzpapalotltotec lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Itzpapalotltotec tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Itzpapalotltotec closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jota circles away.
Itzpapalotltotec pulls out of a head kick attempt. #CL2#
Itzpapalotltotec instigates a clinch.
Jota gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Itzpapalotltotec.
Jota working hard to break the clinch.#T2#
Itzpapalotltotec looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Itzpapalotltotec is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Jota to keep the fight standing.
Itzpapalotltotec wants to break free but Jota has control.
Itzpapalotltotec tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Itzpapalotltotec goes for a takedown attempt but Jota pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Jota closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Jota escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3##TD2#
Itzpapalotltotec scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Jota tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Itzpapalotltotec wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Itzpapalotltotec advances to mount.
Itzpapalotltotec connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Jota is squirming around, avoiding Itzpapalotltotec's attempts to control the action.
Itzpapalotltotec is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T4#
Itzpapalotltotec controlling his opponent.
Itzpapalotltotec pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Itzpapalotltotec takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Jota defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Itzpapalotltotec.

And that's the end of the fight!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Itzpapalotltotec 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 James Atkins scores the fight for Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight for Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!
Judge James Glass scores the fight for Pablo Itzpapalotltotec!

Pablo Itzpapalotltotec wins by unanimous decision!
Pablo Itzpapalotltotec decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

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