Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GAMMA#1053 Milo v Radu
Date: Apr 13, 2024

#R1#
Andrianakis throws the left hand but Dracul avoids the punch easily.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Andrianakis avoids it easily.
Andrianakis throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control.
Andrianakis is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Andrianakis gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB2#
Andrianakis wants to get back to his feet but in bucking up he's left an arm hanging out! Dracul has locked onto it and has pulled off a slick armbar! Andrianakis taps furiously! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul is the new middleweight champion!
A relieved looking Radu Dracul thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Milo Andrianakis was interviewed post fight and said 'I had sadness for breakfast'.

Event: GAMMA#1048 Milo v Oscar
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Ainsworth throws a shot from downtown. Dracul moves away and avoids it.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Ainsworth avoids it easily.
Ainsworth attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Ainsworth throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ainsworth misses with a hook.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dracul checks a leg kick.
Dracul tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ainsworth 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.
Ainsworth moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ainsworth lands a nice shot to the body.
Dracul has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ainsworth finds it's way round the side to connect with Dracul's head. #T1#
Ainsworth cracks Dracul with an open hand slap.
A jab from Ainsworth does it's job there.
Ainsworth turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
A shot to the liver by Ainsworth. Beautiful body shot.
Dracul keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Dracul 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.
A low kick from Ainsworth misses #TD2#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Ainsworth is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ainsworth looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there.
Dracul trying to control but Ainsworth is working from the bottom. #T2#
Ainsworth wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Ainsworth 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.
Ainsworth not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ainsworth 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.
Ainsworth keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ainsworth is adopting a defensive guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Ainsworth is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ainsworth wants to slow Dracul down by chopping away at his legs.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ainsworth.
Ainsworth misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown. Ainsworth fights it but they end up in guard.
Dracul trying to control but Ainsworth is working from the bottom.
Dracul won't allow Ainsworth to sweep him here.
Ainsworth can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dracul controls the pace.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ainsworth swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ainsworth is trying to control the position but Dracul postures up. #T4#
Dracul won't allow Ainsworth to sweep him here.
Dracul trying to control but Ainsworth is working from the bottom.
Ainsworth being controlled here, momentarily.
Ainsworth lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Ainsworth throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Dracul works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ainsworth looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dracul looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wilfred Ainsworth dominated that round.
That's time! Ainsworth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Ainsworth throws out a leg kick but Dracul moves out of range and Ainsworth only half commits.
Ainsworth throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into side control. Ainsworth won't be happy with that.
Dracul working away.
Ainsworth is looking for a sweep.
Dracul working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Dracul looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ainsworth tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dracul wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sloppy strikes there by Dracul.
Ainsworth is looking to reverse the position.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Dracul taking a breather here.
Ainsworth wants to control but Dracul postures up.#T1#
Ainsworth tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dracul wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ainsworth takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Ainsworth tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dracul is trying to move to mount but Ainsworth reverses beautifully and ends up in Dracul's guard.
Radu Dracul has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ainsworth not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T2##SUB2#
Dracul looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ainsworth has picked Dracul up and slammed him! Dracul can't keep hold of the triangle and Ainsworth manages to pass to side control!
Dracul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ainsworth wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Dracul manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ainsworth looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ainsworth not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Dracul blocking the ground and pound attempt from Ainsworth.
Dracul works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ainsworth postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Ainsworth trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul managing to control the position.
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Ainsworth controlling Dracul's posture.
Ainsworth looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Dracul keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ainsworth's head.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Dracul must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ainsworth not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dracul passes easily into side control. Nice work.
A lull in the action here as Dracul stalls from top position.
Ainsworth might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ainsworth struggling a bit here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul lands a nice forearm strike.
Ainsworth tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Dracul easily slips into full mount!
Ainsworth is looking to get to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Ainsworth's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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#
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Ainsworth.
Dracul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ainsworth defends it well.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a single leg into guard. Ainsworth didn't expect that.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Ainsworth blocks nicely.
Ainsworth looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dracul is fighting to break Ainsworth's control of his arms but Ainsworth is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Ainsworth is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ainsworth is trying to keep Dracul in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ainsworth tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ainsworth manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dracul manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T1#
Dracul is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dracul trying to control the position.
Ainsworth wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Dracul looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ainsworth is one step ahead there.
Ainsworth wants to pass the guard but Dracul is keeping the position.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Dracul is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ainsworth is aware though and is defending well.
Ainsworth trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Ainsworth is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck.
Dracul managing to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Ainsworth clobbers Dracul with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Dracul takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ainsworth fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dracul.
Ainsworth looks to land a left hand but Dracul moved out of range nicely.
Ainsworth throws a leg kick but Dracul sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Ainsworth throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Ainsworth is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ainsworth trying to control here.
Ainsworth is pressing down on Dracul's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Ainsworth pulls Dracul in close to prevent any damage.
Ainsworth looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Ainsworth has control of Dracul's left arm, preventing Dracul from doing any damage.
Ainsworth keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Ainsworth tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ainsworth keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dracul trying to control but Ainsworth is working from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Radu Dracul.
I think Dracul 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 28:29
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!
A very excited looking Radu Dracul 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: GAMMA#1043 Wilfred v Milo
Date: Feb 24, 2024

#R1#
Dracul bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Bolleke avoids it easily.
Dracul keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bolleke.
Bolleke connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bolleke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Dracul's coach down at ZuccoTraining Ground was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Dracul's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Dracul on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bolleke misses with a body shot.
Dracul tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Bolleke misses with a hook #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dracul is just content to waste time from the top position. Bolleke takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Dracul slips nicely into half guard.
Dracul prevents Bolleke from improving his position.#T1#
Dracul looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dracul wants to take a breather but Bolleke is having none of it. #SUB#
Bolleke looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dracul tries to pass to full mount but Bolleke defends it.
Dracul drops an elbow to the side of Bolleke's head. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bolleke gets back to full guard.
Bolleke wants to sweep but no luck.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bolleke is keeping the position for now.
Dracul throws an elbow that misses. Bolleke uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dracul's guard. Nice move by Bolleke!#REVR#
Bolleke postures up in Dracul's guard and throws a big left but Dracul blocks it.
Bolleke wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Bolleke postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Bolleke preventing the sweep. #T3#
Bolleke lands a couple of digs.
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bolleke trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bolleke stands up over Dracul, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Bolleke from controlling successfully.
Bolleke has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bolleke preventing the sweep.
We've been hearing that Bolleke has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Dracul has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bolleke can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bolleke trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Dracul manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T4#
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Bolleke gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Bolleke is working Dracul over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul keeping full guard, as Bolleke tries to pass.
Bolleke stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
Bolleke lands a couple of elbows.
Bolleke trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bolleke in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Dracul has his foot on Bolleke's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bolleke works his way back into a safe position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Oscar Bolleke 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#
Bolleke throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dracul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bolleke defends it well.
Bolleke swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bolleke fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dracul manages to avoid it.
Dracul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bolleke defends it well.
Bolleke misses with a looping right.
Dracul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bolleke defends it well.
Bolleke throws a hook but Dracul blocks it.
Bolleke throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Bolleke avoids it easily.
Bolleke misses with a body shot.
Dracul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bolleke defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolleke misses with a combination #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Bolleke regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1##SUB#
Bolleke throws his legs up looking for a submission but Dracul uses it to pass to side control.
Dracul trying to control the position but Bolleke is working away.
Dracul is working Bolleke over with some ground and pound from side control. #SUB2#
Dracul goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bolleke has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Dracul but great work by Bolleke.
Dracul sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Bolleke tries to pass to full mount but Dracul defends it.
Bolleke missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bolleke looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dracul with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dracul trying to control from the bottom. #T2#
Dracul moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bolleke postures up and lands a big shot to Dracul's brow.
Dracul looking to control.
Dracul has momentary wrist control but Bolleke slips an elbow through the middle.
Bolleke trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bolleke throws a big right hand that misses.
Bolleke looking to pass the guard.
Bolleke is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
Dracul preventing the sweep.
Dracul passes Bolleke's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Bolleke works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Bolleke blocks nicely.
Dracul content to stall in guard here.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul stands up over Bolleke, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4#
Dracul scoring with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bolleke utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bolleke swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul postures up and lands a big shot to Bolleke's brow.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Bolleke keeps moving.
Dracul works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bolleke slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bolleke working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Radu Dracul will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bolleke misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Bolleke is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dracul is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul is pushing down on Bolleke's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bolleke is fighting to maintain full guard but Dracul has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul trying to advance position but Bolleke counters by regaining guard.
Dracul working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Radu Dracul has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Dracul avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Bolleke wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolleke is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bolleke is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dracul defends well.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Bolleke is keeping the position.
Dracul forces his way into half guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Bolleke is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul is trying to control. Bolleke wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dracul is nestled in close to Bolleke, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Bolleke works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Bolleke keeps moving. #SUB#
Bolleke is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bolleke manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dracul manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T3#
Bolleke postures up and lands a big shot to Dracul's brow. #SUB#
Bolleke is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Dracul wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Dracul looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Bolleke puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dracul wants to control but Bolleke is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bolleke stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul tries to roll over but Bolleke keeps him under control.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Bolleke is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bolleke winds up and cracks Dracul with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dracul wants to control the action here but instead Bolleke manages to pass to full mount!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dracul keeps trying to improve his position.

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 Oscar Bolleke.
I think Bolleke 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: WVT 214: Johnson v Minoru
Date: Jan 24, 2024

#R1#
Godwin misses with a straight right.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Godwin wants to clinch up but Dracul keeps it at a distance.#TD2#
Godwin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Godwin lands a couple of digs.
Godwin lands a couple of digs.
Godwin stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
Dracul is trying to keep Godwin in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Godwin working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Godwin preventing the sweep.
Dracul working a defensive guard here.
Godwin cracks Dracul with a solid left hand.#T1#
Godwin loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Godwin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Godwin with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Godwin working some strikes from top position.#SUB#
Dracul looking for a guillotine here but Godwin defends easily.
Dracul manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Godwin manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Godwin wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T2#
Godwin wants to stand up but Dracul is controlling him.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Godwin is keeping the position for now.
Dracul 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.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Godwin holds on and takes a little breather.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Godwin trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Godwin keeps moving.
Godwin wants to stand but Dracul is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
Godwin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dracul checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Godwin.
Dracul keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Godwin avoids it well and moves away.
Godwin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracul was well out of range. Poor timing from Godwin.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Godwin.
Godwin looks to score with a jab to the body but Dracul is just out of range.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Donk. Godwin catches Dracul right on the button with a cross.#T4#
Godwin shoots in looking for a takedown but Dracul manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Godwin's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Godwin takes a swing at Dracul's ribcage but misses.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Godwin sprawls and moves away.
Dracul takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Godwin looks to land a left hand but Dracul moved out of range nicely.
Godwin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Godwin throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into side control. Godwin won't be happy with that.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Janko Godwin 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#
Godwin goes for a double leg but Dracul avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dracul continues to drive forward.
Godwin misses with a combination #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into side control. Godwin won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Dracul tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Godwin takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul scoring with punches and elbows.
Dracul trying to control the action but Godwin is working from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Godwin manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dracul's best efforts.#T1#
Godwin controlling the position well.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Godwin defending well though.
Godwin flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Dracul stops Godwin from getting back to his feet.
Dracul seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Godwin does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dracul looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Godwin with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Dracul is working for a submission of some sort.
Godwin is looking to escape.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Dracul missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dracul lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Godwin defending well though.
Dracul seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Godwin is defending against the submission attempts here by Dracul.
Dracul prevents Godwin from improving his position.
Well, if Dracul 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.
Godwin is trying to maintain the position but Dracul is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Godwin tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Godwin is trying to stand up here but Dracul is controlling him well.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Godwin's head.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Godwin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dracul trying to control from half guard but Godwin is working away.
Dracul wants to pass to mount but Godwin is defending the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dracul trying to control the action but Godwin is working from the bottom.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Godwin is trying to stand up here but Dracul is controlling him well. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Godwin lands with a nice body punch.
Godwin throws a shot to the body. #TD2#
Dracul tries to sprawl but Godwin drives through with a takedown into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Godwin is thwarting Dracul's attempts to control the position.
Godwin takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
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 Radu Dracul will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Godwin closes the distance and clinches.
Godwin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Godwin.
Dracul is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Godwin gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dracul regains guard.
Godwin throws a big elbow that misses.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Godwin accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Godwin postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Dracul has his feet on Godwin's thighs here. He's pushed Godwin off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Godwin screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Radu Dracul!
After winning the bout, Radu Dracul thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: WVT 209: Anderson v Hightower
Date: Jan 12, 2024

#R1#
Jarvinen scores with a hook to the body. Dracul takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jarvinen cracks Dracul with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A decent looking cross lands there for Jarvinen.
Jarvinen throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Dracul tries to pass to full mount but Jarvinen defends it. #SUB#
Dracul is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB#
Dracul is trying to work for a kimura but Jarvinen is defending well. #T1#
Dracul seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dracul works his foot free and advances to mount.
Dracul 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.
Dracul raining down shots from the mount!#T2##SUB#
Dracul goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Jarvinen is on top in guard.
Jarvinen advances to half guard.
Dracul slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dracul seems keen to control Jarvinen's posture.
Jarvinen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dracul is keeping the position for now.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Jarvinen controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
Jarvinen wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Dracul has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Jarvinen has passed into side control.
Dracul can't do much from the bottom here.
Dracul is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Dracul's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jarvinen passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Dracul! #T4#
Dracul wants to hold on but Jarvinen pushes him away.
Jarvinen looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dracul can't escape the position.
Dracul 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.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Jarvinen is controlling well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
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 Radu Dracul will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jarvinen.
Jarvinen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dracul moves away.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jarvinen jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
A big left from Jarvinen misses.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jarvinen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dracul sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jarvinen throws a looping overhand right but Dracul ducks down to avoid it.
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Jarvinen.
A big left from Jarvinen misses.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Jarvinen lands with a cross.
Jarvinen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Jarvinen works the jab nicely.
Jarvinen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dracul manages to avoid it.
Dracul avoids the body shot from Jarvinen.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jarvinen looks to score with a jab to the body but Dracul is just out of range.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dracul has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Jarvinen finds it's way round the side to connect with Dracul's head. #T2#
A big left from Jarvinen misses.
Jarvinen throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Dracul counters with a 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!
Dracul controlling from side mount.
Dracul works to advance to full mount. Jarvinen defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Dracul 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. #SUB#
Dracul is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Jarvinen has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Jarvinen!
Dracul has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T3#
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Jarvinen is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Dracul is looking for a triangle but Jarvinen pushes his legs off easily.
Jarvinen must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dracul seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Jarvinen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dracul has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jarvinen has managed to get both his arms back between Dracul's legs - danger averted.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Dracul 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.
Dracul working a defensive guard here.
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jarvinen is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Jarvinen is proving a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Arto Jarvinen showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Jarvinen misses with a body shot.
Dracul moves away from the strike by Jarvinen.
Jarvinen just misses with a punch to the body.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Arto Jarvinen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dracul avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jarvinen sprawls and moves away.
Dracul slips under a jab from Jarvinen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jarvinen misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dracul trying to control the action but Jarvinen is working from the bottom.
Jarvinen is trying to maintain the position but Dracul is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Dracul tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jarvinen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dracul slips a nice elbow through Jarvinen's hands, connecting with Jarvinen's forehead.
Still in half guard, Dracul seems content to control.
Dracul is thwarting Jarvinen's attempts to control the position.
Jarvinen controlling the position for now.#SUB#
Dracul is working for a submission of some sort.
Dracul throws a strike but Jarvinen avoids it easily and moves to full guard.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Jarvinen keeps moving.
Jarvinen wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Jarvinen keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul works over Jarvinen with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Jarvinen keeps moving.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Jarvinen looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Dracul avoids the body shot from Jarvinen.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Jarvinen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dracul moves away.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jarvinen sprawls and moves away.
Jarvinen swings for the body but Dracul moves out of range.
Jarvinen misses the jab.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jarvinen.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Jarvinen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dracul.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#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.
Jarvinen throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Dracul is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Jarvinen defends it well.
Dracul wants to take a breather but Jarvinen is having none of it.
Dracul is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB#
Dracul seems to be working for a kimura but Jarvinen defends the submission attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Still in half guard, Dracul seems content to control.

And that's the end of the fight!
Radu Dracul showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dracul 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: WVT 204: Dracul v Steve
Date: Dec 30, 2023

#R1#
Steve scores with a jab.
Steve waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Steve scores with a shot to the body.
Steve cracks Dracul with a right hand to the side of the head.
Dracul avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dracul looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Steve throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Steve is quick to defend against it.
Steve paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
Steve feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Dracul sprawling to the canvas! Dracul rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Steve finish him?! #ROC2#Dracul is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Steve misses with a straight right.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oh Dracul is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Steve misses with a looping right.
Dracul seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Steve tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracul was well out of range. Poor timing from Steve.
Dracul moves away from the strike by Steve.
Dracul takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Steve throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Steve misses with a jab, cross combination.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Steve is quick to defend against it.
Steve misses with a combination #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown. Steve fights it but they end up in guard.
Dracul scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2#
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Steve blocks nicely.
Dracul controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Steve is keeping the position.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Steve seems keen to control Dracul's posture.
Steve utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Steve can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dracul controls the pace.#T3#
Dracul pushing down on Steve's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Dracul missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Steve is controlling Dracul's trapped leg to prevent Dracul from advancing to side control.
Steve moves into full guard.
Dracul is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dracul throws a strike but Steve rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Steve stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dracul swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul working a defensive guard but Steve passes into half guard.
Steve controlling the action here.
Dracul is trying to control but can't.
Steve is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Steve prevents Dracul from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Stoner Steve dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Steve looks to throw the jab but Dracul is out of range.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Steve misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dracul.
Steve works over Dracul's head and body with a nice combination.
Dracul avoids the body shot from Steve.
Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Steve.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Steve throws a big shot that misses.
Steve has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Steve waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Steve avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Steve waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Steve avoids it well and moves away.
Dracul displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Steve throws out the jab.
Steve fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Nice shot by Steve.
Steve takes a swing at Dracul's ribcage but misses.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Steve looks to throw the jab but Dracul is out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Steve, as that shot connected. #T2#
Dracul on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Steve.
Dracul keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Steve.
Steve throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Stoner Steve seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Steve misses with a straight right.
A jab from Steve misses.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Steve swings for the body but Dracul moves out of range. #T3#
Steve feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Draculs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Stoner Steve seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steve looks to land a right hand but Dracul moved out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Steve. Dracul does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dracul uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steve.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Stoner Steve is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Steve wants to clinch.#T4#
Dracul slips under a jab from Steve.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Steve is quick to defend against it.#CL2#
Steve clinches up with Dracul and pushes him back against the cage.
Dracul pressing his opponent against the cage.
Steve lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Steve tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dracul's elbow. #BC2#
Steve breaks from the clinch. #KD2#
Steve feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Dracul sprawling to the canvas! Dracul rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Steve finish him?!
This has been an exciting period of action!
I'm just looking down at my notes here and I see that.... oh! Steve has cracked Dracul with a big right, followed by a left! He's out on his feet! Steve lands another huge swinging hook and Dracul tumbles to the canvas! The ref dives in to save Dracul, before Steve can land any more shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Stoner Steve!
A relieved looking Stoner Steve 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: WVT 197: Dracul v Minoru
Date: Dec 15, 2023

#R1#
Dracul moves out of range as Minoru Ii strikes.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Minoru Ii sprawls and moves away.
Minoru Ii connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dracul momentarily.
Kohinata Minoru Ii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circling - Minoru Ii throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Minoru Ii.
Dracul slips a jab from Minoru Ii.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Minoru Ii scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A big right from Minoru Ii misses.
Minoru Ii throws an overhand right that lands on Dracul's shoulder, as Dracul tries to avoid the shot.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Minoru Ii misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Minoru Ii!
Minoru Ii dodges the ground and pound from Dracul.
Dracul taking a breather here. #SUB#
Dracul is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Minoru Ii has escaped the position, nice work there.
Dracul in side control, throwing shots but Minoru Ii defends.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
An elbow from Dracul crashes against the mat.
Minoru Ii tries to buck Dracul off but Dracul is having none of it.#T2#
Dracul lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Minoru Ii defending against the ground and pound.
We've been hearing that Dracul has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Minoru Ii dodges the ground and pound from Dracul.
Dracul working the ground and pound but Minoru Ii is defending the strikes. #SUB#
Dracul is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Minoru Ii is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dracul lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB#
Dracul in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Minoru Ii is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: WVT 188: Mahogany v Johnson
Date: Nov 24, 2023

#R1#
Gracie tries to clinch up.
Dracul slips under a jab.
Gracie throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a single leg into guard. Gracie didn't expect that.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Gracie is looking for a triangle but Dracul pushes his legs off easily.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Gracie is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Dracul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie wants to sweep but no luck.
Dracul trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Gracie working for a triangle but Dracul defends it easily.
Dracul slips nicely into half guard.
Dracul scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#SUB2#
Dracul seems to be working for a kimura but Gracie defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Dracul is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie is trying to control but can't. #T2#
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Gracie is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dracul pulls his head out easily.
Dracul keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dracul pulls his head out easily.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Dracul takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Dracul is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dracul. #SUB#
Dracul moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Gracie.#T3#
Dracul works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Gracie manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Gracie is trying to control but can't.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Dracul passes to full mount!
Dracul trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Gracie taking shots to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Bryan Gracie has been cut.#T4#
Dracul looking to finish Gracie with some ground and pound. This is bad for Gracie!
Gracie is looking to get to half guard.
Dracul content just to control the position here.
Dracul is landing with some decent strikes but Gracie is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dracul trying to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Dracul scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Gracie? #ROC2#Gracie is rocked!#CUT2#Bryan Gracie's cut is getting worse.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dracul postures up and throws a big right hand. BOOM! Right on the button! Gracie is out cold - huge knockout for Dracul!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!
During a confident post fight interview, Radu Dracul thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: C248: Obama vs Giovanni III
Date: Nov 12, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Skurwysynowski darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Dracul keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Skurwysynowski.
Dracul drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Skurwysynowski defends it well.
Skurwysynowski misses with a lunging right hand #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Skurwysynowski keeps working. #SUB2#
Dracul is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Skurwysynowski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dracul controls the position from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Check out the look on Dracul's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter! #T1#
Dracul is trying to ground and pound but Skurwysynowski uses the momentary lack of control by Dracul to regain half guard.
Skurwysynowski's coaches at Undisputed have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dracul not doing much here.
Dracul is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dracul seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Skurwysynowski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dracul tries to pass the half guard into mount. Skurwysynowski knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dracul working his ground and pound in the gym.#T2#
Dracul is trying to control. Skurwysynowski wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dracul lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dracul wants to take a breather but Skurwysynowski is having none of it.
Skurwysynowski is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dracul connects with a nice short shot to Skurwysynowski's temple.
Skurwysynowski knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dracul on the ground.
Dracul throwing shots but Skurwysynowski is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Dracul wants to work for an arm triangle but Skurwysynowski is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Skurwysynowski's head. #T3#
Dracul content to control rather than advance.
Dracul is keen to just control but Skurwysynowski is a slippery customer.
Dracul has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dracul trying to control but Skurwysynowski is having none of it.
Skurwysynowski holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Dracul tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip. #T4#
Dracul tries to control but Skurwysynowski wriggling away.
Skurwysynowski is bucking up trying to escape but Dracul cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Dracul wants to control the pace but Skurwysynowski is squirming around nicely.
Dracul lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Skurwysynowski on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Skurwysynowski tries to get out of the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Skurwysynowski suckers Dracul into throwing a sloppy strike and uses the momentum to reverse the position beautifully! Skurwysynowski is now in Dracul's guard!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dracul can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Skurwysynowski controls the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul 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#
Dracul takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Dracul staying out of range there.
Dracul changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Skurwysynowski connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Skurwysynowski.
Vladimir Skurwysynowski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dracul walks into a straight right hand from Skurwysynowski.#T1#
Dracul with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Skurwysynowski to score with a decent uppercut.
Skurwysynowski throws a body punch but Dracul moves out of range.
Dracul changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A jab from Skurwysynowski misses.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it easily.
Skurwysynowski misses the shot to the body.
Skurwysynowski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dracul on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
Dracul gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Skurwysynowski throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown. Skurwysynowski fights it but they end up in guard.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dracul stays in close to Skurwysynowski's body and controls the position.
Dracul is continuing to stall.#T3#
The adventures of Dracul the control monster continue. Boring.#SUB2#
Dracul is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Dracul drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dracul jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Skurwysynowski keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Nice defenses there by Dracul.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it easily.
A big right from Skurwysynowski misses.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
Skurwysynowski uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Skurwysynowski jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A jab from Skurwysynowski misses.
Skurwysynowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Skurwysynowski dominated that second round.
That's time! Skurwysynowski's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Skurwysynowski loads up on a big right hand but Dracul slips the punch.
Skurwysynowski just misses with a punch to the body.
Dracul defending well as Skurwysynowski loads up on a big left hand.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Dracul walks into a stiff left hand from Skurwysynowski.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skurwysynowski missing with a left hand there. Dracul was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it easily.
Skurwysynowski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dracul manages to avoid it.#T1#
A jab from Skurwysynowski misses.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it easily.
Skurwysynowski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Skurwysynowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Skurwysynowski throws a shot to the body.
Dracul avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Skurwysynowski scores with a jab to the head. #T2#
Dracul ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Skurwysynowski looks to throw the jab but Dracul is out of range.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
Vladimir Skurwysynowski is winning the standup battle so far.
Skurwysynowski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dracul.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it easily.
Skurwysynowski is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dracul.
A slow jab from Skurwysynowski misses its intended target.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it easily.
Skurwysynowski misses with an uppercut.
Dracul changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3#
Skurwysynowski looks to land a left hand but Dracul moved out of range nicely.
Dracul changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Skurwysynowski throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dracul.
Dracul has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dracul trying to control but Skurwysynowski is working from the bottom.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul passes Skurwysynowski's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Dracul working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Skurwysynowski defending well though.
Dracul tries to pass the half guard into mount. Skurwysynowski knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Dracul is keen to just control but Skurwysynowski is a slippery customer.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Skurwysynowski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Dracul 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Skurwysynowski won't allow Dracul to pass to mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vladimir Skurwysynowski showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Skurwysynowski 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 Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: C242: Kahn vs Vladimir II
Date: Oct 22, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Ochoa's jab looks to have found its range, popping Dracul under the eye.
Ochoa misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ochoa.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've been hearing reports that Dracul has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ochoa misses with a few strikes there.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Dracul shoots in for a double leg but Ochoa sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dracul fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ochoa avoids it really well and circles away.
Ochoa 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.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Nice straight punches there by Ochoa. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ochoa.
Ochoa misses with an uppercut.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Ochoa missing with a left hand there. Dracul was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Ochoa throws the kick towards the body but Dracul avoids it.
Dracul misses with a takedown attempt
and Dracul takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ochoa but Ochoa pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A countering left hand to the body from Ochoa misses.#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.
Ochoa throws a wild body kick that Dracul sees coming a mile off.
Ochoa displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dracul.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Ochoa dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Dracul fails with the takedown
and Ochoa counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ochoa as he jumps to the side.
A nice side step and Ochoa releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ochoa leaves Dracul with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dracul moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromOchoa.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Ochoa darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ochoa stuffs the takedown attempt from Dracul. Dracul gets slowly back to his feet.
Ochoa throws a counter combo.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dracul takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ochoa connects with a body shot that sends Dracul's belly button to the back.#T3#
Dracul fails with a takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ochoa! But no joy.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A little jabbing left from Ochoa on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ochoa misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Ochoa swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dracul.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ochoa digs a good body shot into Dracul's ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anthony Ochoa showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Dracul has his takedown stuffed
and Ochoa connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dracul moves out of range as Ochoa throws a body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ochoa waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ochoa misses with a body kick.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
A lazy body kick from Ochoa #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ochoa! #SUB#
Dracul is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ochoa has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ochoa avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dracul. #SUB#
Dracul is trying to get an arm triangle but Ochoa is defending well.
Ochoa can't do much from the bottom here. #T2##SUB#
Dracul is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ochoa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Dracul looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ochoa is trying to get back to half guard.
Dracul trying to control the position but Ochoa is working away. #T3#
Dracul lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB#
Dracul working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dracul working away.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Ochoa can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dracul taking a breather here.
Dracul throws an elbow but Ochoa slips to the side and avoids it well.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dracul trying to control the action but Ochoa is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dracul is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ochoa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ochoa tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Radu Dracul has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ochoa has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Dracul is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ochoa is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Radu Dracul showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ochoa 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 Felipe Paraventi scores the fight 26:29
Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 26:29
Judge Daniel Cesar scores the fight 26:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anthony Ochoa!
Our winner, Anthony Ochoa, 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: C240: Dracul vs Kahn III
Date: Oct 15, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Dracul fails to land the takedown.
Kahn 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kahn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Kahn misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Dracul decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kahn's guard.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kahn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Dracul controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Dracul drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dracul jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kahn keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Kahn is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T3#
Dracul fails with the takedown.
Kahn doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dracul has his takedown stuffed
and Kahn counters with a stiff right hand. #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.
Dracul looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Kahn looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dracul shoots in and drives through. Kahn sprawls well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Kahn.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mohammed Kahn will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dracul tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kahn sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dracul somewhat.
Kahn looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kahn throws out the jab.
Dracul shoots in but Kahn avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1#
Kahn lunges at Dracul with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Dracul's hand.
Dracul fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#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.
Dracul tries to move into range but Kahn moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T3#
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Kahn as he jumps to the side.
And Kahn responds with a good body kick, but Dracul manages to step out the way in time.#TD#
Kahn gets caught flat footed, as Dracul shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T4#
Dracul trying to control but Kahn is working from the bottom.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kahn has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul trying to control but Kahn is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mohammed Kahn 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.#R3#
Kahn misses with an uppercut. Dracul saw that one coming.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kahn! But no joy.
Kahn throws a leg kick #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul 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.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kahn swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Dracul is stalling in the full guard.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Kahn keeps moving.
Dracul showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dracul trying to control but Kahn is working from the bottom.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Kahn is keeping the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kahn throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kahn looks to throw the jab but Dracul is out of range.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Kahn avoids it well and moves away.#T3#
Dracul shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Kahn defends it nicely.
Kahn throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Mohammed Kahn seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Nice takedown defense from Kahn. No joy for Dracul on that attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kahn! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kahn throws a hook to the side of Dracul's head but Dracul 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 third round but Mohammed Kahn just about did enough to take it.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Kahn throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Kahn scores with a punch to the head.
Dracul with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kahn counters with a nice low kick that buckles Dracul's knee momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kahn misses with a low kick.#T1#
Dracul changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kahn tries to avoid it but Dracul manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kahn to the ground. Kahn escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dracul's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kahn connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Dracul scrambles back to his feet.
Kahn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracul was well out of range. Poor timing from Kahn.#TD#
Dracul shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T2#
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Kahn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Dracul is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kahn swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Dracul slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Dracul trying to control but Kahn is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Kahn.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dracul tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kahn defends well and Dracul ends up having to push Kahn into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kahn misses with a body punch.
Kahn struggles to land a body shot inside as Dracul controls his hands.
Kahn swings wildly with an uppercut but Dracul uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kahn has a couple of punches blocked by Dracul.
A short left from Kahn.
Dracul is trying to drag Kahn to the mat but Kahn just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dracul wants a takedown but no success here.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Kahn.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kahn swings wildly with an uppercut but Dracul uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kahn.
Dracul leaning against his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mohammed Kahn dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R5#
Kahn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kahn sprawls and moves away.
No luck for Dracul with that takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul moves out of range as Kahn strikes.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dracul is defended easily by Kahn.
A countering left hand to the body from Kahn misses.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kahn.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kahn sprawls and moves away.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A telegraphed right hand from Kahn misses the target.
Dracul doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kahn counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dracul dives in for a single leg takedown but Kahn sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A nice side step and Kahn releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kahn misses with a body punch. #T3#
Kahn throws a punch but it's blocked by Dracul.
Kahn tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kahn tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dracul's elbow.
Kahn digs a right hand underneath Dracul's ribcage. Dracul let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Dracul is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kahn to keep the fight standing.
Dracul blocks an uppercut.
Kahn lands a body punch in the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kahn.
Kahn doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kahn lands an uppercut.
Kahn can't find room to land a body shot as Dracul controls the action.
Kahn lands with a light punch inside.
Kahn misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kahn lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Kahn lands a body punch.
Kahn throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kahn struggles to land a body shot inside as Dracul controls his hands.
Kahn misses with a body punch.
Kahn lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kahn lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kahn goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kahn tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kahn struggles to land a body shot inside as Dracul controls his hands.
Kahn being controlled against the cage.
Kahn lands a shot to the body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Good body shot from Kahn.
Radu Dracul has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dracul drops down looking for an ankle pick but Kahn pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kahn chopping away at his opponent's legs.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mohammed Kahn comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kahn 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 44:50
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 44:50
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 44:50

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mohammed Kahn!
Mohammed Kahn is the new light heavyweight champion!
Mohammed Kahn decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: C235: Ji Woo vs Myers
Date: Sep 30, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Dracul fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from Skurwysynowski lands.#T1#
Dracul closes the distance and clinches up with Skurwysynowski, looking for a takedown. Dracul pushes Skurwysynowski against the cage but Skurwysynowski circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Skurwysynowski feinted there with a counter leg kick.#TD2#
Dracul throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Skurwysynowski was covering up waiting for the punch and Dracul finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Dracul controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Dracul won't allow Skurwysynowski to sweep him here.
Dracul 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.
Dracul passes Skurwysynowski's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Skurwysynowski blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Skurwysynowski knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dracul on the ground.
Dracul works his way into side control.
Skurwysynowski is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Dracul postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Skurwysynowski managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dracul. #SUB2#
Dracul thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Skurwysynowski is trying to get back to half guard.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Skurwysynowski parries the strikes from Dracul easily there. Dracul is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Skurwysynowski to escape. #T4#
The ground and pound from Dracul seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sloppy strikes there by Dracul.
Skurwysynowski being controlled for a moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Skurwysynowski connects with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skurwysynowski slaps away a takedown attempt from Dracul, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T1#
Dracul shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A low kick from Skurwysynowski misses #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a single leg into guard. Skurwysynowski didn't expect that.
Radu Dracul has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Skurwysynowski is keeping the position.
Skurwysynowski has control of Dracul's left arm, preventing Dracul from doing any damage. #T2#
Dracul engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dracul has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Skurwysynowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul is working Skurwysynowski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul content to stall in guard here.
Dracul looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Dracul is stalling in the full guard.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Skurwysynowski keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Skurwysynowski but Skurwysynowski pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Skurwysynowski swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vladimir Skurwysynowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Radu Dracul.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Dracul darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dracul working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Dracul missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Skurwysynowski keeping control of the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul 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!#R3#
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Skurwysynowski.
And Dracul tries to counter it with a takedown but Skurwysynowski pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Horrible takedown attempt by Dracul or perhaps it was just good defense by Skurwysynowski, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Skurwysynowski.#T1#
Skurwysynowski scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Skurwysynowski throws an overhand right that lands on Dracul's shoulder, as Dracul tries to avoid the shot.
Dracul changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Skurwysynowski throws out a loose jab but Dracul uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
Dracul has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Dracul throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Skurwysynowski was covering up waiting for the punch and Dracul finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Skurwysynowski is keeping the position.
Skurwysynowski keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Skurwysynowski parries the strikes from Dracul easily there. Dracul is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Skurwysynowski to escape. #T3##SUB2#
Dracul is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Skurwysynowski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Skurwysynowski is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Skurwysynowski takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Skurwysynowski is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dracul's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Skurwysynowski trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul really dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dracul.
And Skurwysynowski counters with a quick kick to the body but Dracul blocks it.
Skurwysynowski scores with a jab.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skurwysynowski connects with an inside leg kick.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown but Skurwysynowski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Dracul takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Skurwysynowski tests Dracul's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Dracul.
Skurwysynowski fires out a quick counter leg kick but Dracul just manages to avoid it.
Vladimir Skurwysynowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Radu Dracul.
Dracul shoots in and drives through. Skurwysynowski sprawls well.
Skurwysynowski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dracul dives in and grabs Skurwysynowski's left leg, looking for a takedown. Skurwysynowski pushes down on Dracul's head and hops out.
Skurwysynowski feinted there with a counter leg kick.#T3#
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Skurwysynowski as he avoids it easily.
Skurwysynowski feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Skurwysynowski misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Skurwysynowski keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Skurwysynowski on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Skurwysynowski tries to get out of the position.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses. #T4##SUB2#
Dracul drops back looking for a leg! Skurwysynowski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Skurwysynowski manages to kick Dracul off! Dracul jumps back into Skurwysynowski's guard.
Dracul showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dracul stopping the sweep attempt from Skurwysynowski.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Skurwysynowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul content to stall in guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Skurwysynowski had his way with Radu Dracul in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Skurwysynowski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Vladimir Skurwysynowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skurwysynowski jabs Dracul to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T1#
Dracul misses with a takedown attempt - Skurwysynowski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Skurwysynowski half committed to a counter leg kick.
Skurwysynowski throws out a loose jab but Dracul uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dracul is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Skurwysynowski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dracul. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dracul throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Skurwysynowski's waist but Skurwysynowski gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dracul off to one side.
Vladimir Skurwysynowski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Radu Dracul.
Skurwysynowski with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dracul has his takedown stuffed
and Skurwysynowski counters with a leg kick. #T3#
Skurwysynowski slaps away a takedown attempt from Dracul, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dracul gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Skurwysynowski counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown but Skurwysynowski shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
As Dracul backs away, Skurwysynowski returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Radu Dracul is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD2#
Dracul shoots in and gets a takedown into Skurwysynowski's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Vladimir Skurwysynowski showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dracul has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Luis Engracia scores the fight 47:48
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 47:48
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul is the new light heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Radu Dracul, 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: C232: Dracul vs Skurwysynowski
Date: Sep 17, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Skurwysynowski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dracul looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skurwysynowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Skurwysynowski is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Dracul fails to land the takedown.
Dracul sets himself, and Skurwysynowski steps forward looking for the clinch! Dracul avoids it this time.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Skurwysynowski sprawls well. Skurwysynowski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dracul gets slowly back to his feet.
Skurwysynowski wants to counter with a clinch but Dracul pushes him away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Dracul takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Dracul checks a leg kick nicely.
Nice straight punches there by Skurwysynowski. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Skurwysynowski.
Dracul steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Skurwysynowski.
Dracul tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Skurwysynowski swivels and escapes.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Dracul tries for a takedown but Skurwysynowski circles away easily#CL2#
and Skurwysynowski counters by clinching up.
Skurwysynowski misses with the head strike.
Dracul is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Skurwysynowski pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Skurwysynowski is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Dracul is defending well for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul avoiding damage as Skurwysynowski throws knees to the body. #BC#
Dracul breaks from the clinch.
Dracul misses with a takedown attempt - Skurwysynowski sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Skurwysynowski dominated that round.
That's time! Dracul's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Skurwysynowski throws a shot from downtown. Dracul moves away and avoids it.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dracul shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Skurwysynowski pinned against the cage. Skurwysynowski gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Skurwysynowski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Dracul.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skurwysynowski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Skurwysynowski is quick to defend against it.#T1#
Dracul fails with the takedown.
Dracul fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Skurwysynowski looks to land a left hand but Dracul moved out of range nicely.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul shoots in but Skurwysynowski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dracul has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Skurwysynowski counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Skurwysynowski. #T3#
Skurwysynowski gets through Dracul's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dracul trying to stall but Skurwysynowski improves his position.
Skurwysynowski lands with a left to the head.
Skurwysynowski using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Dracul has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Dracul wants to take the fight to the mat but Skurwysynowski manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Skurwysynowski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Skurwysynowski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dracul backwards.
Dracul blocks a body shot from Skurwysynowski.
Dracul wants a takedown.
Dracul is looking to break free of the clinch but Skurwysynowski has double underhooks.
A short uppercut from Skurwysynowski.
Dracul is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Skurwysynowski pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T4#
Skurwysynowski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Skurwysynowski on the inside.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Skurwysynowski.
Skurwysynowski tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD#
Dracul turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Skurwysynowski prevents Dracul from moving into mount.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Skurwysynowski tries to buck Dracul off but Dracul is having none of it.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Skurwysynowski is being controlled here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul wants to control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him busy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Skurwysynowski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Skurwysynowski tests Dracul's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick lands from Skurwysynowski. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skurwysynowski misses with a hook. Dracul ducked under it nicely.
Skurwysynowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Skurwysynowski sprawls and moves away.
Skurwysynowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it well and moves away.
Skurwysynowski throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Skurwysynowski avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dracul ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Skurwysynowski sprawls well. Skurwysynowski wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dracul gets slowly back to his feet.
Skurwysynowski wants to counter with a clinch but Dracul pushes him away.#T3#
Skurwysynowski misses the shot to the body.
Dracul shoots in but Skurwysynowski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
A big right from Skurwysynowski misses.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Skurwysynowski pivots, looking for a leg kick but Dracul is out of range and Skurwysynowski settles back down.
A nice leg kick from Skurwysynowski, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dracul is trying hard to land a takedown here. Skurwysynowski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Skurwysynowski wants to counter the offense by Dracul and move into the clinch position.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul dives in and grabs Skurwysynowski's left leg, looking for a takedown. Skurwysynowski pushes down on Dracul's head and hops out.
Skurwysynowski wants to counter the offense by Dracul and move into the clinch position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vladimir Skurwysynowski really dominated that round.
That's time! Dracul's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Dracul checks a low kick from Skurwysynowski.
A jab from Skurwysynowski misses.
Dracul keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Skurwysynowski.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Skurwysynowski swivels and escapes.#T1#
Skurwysynowski looks to land a left hand but Dracul moved out of range nicely.
Dracul steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Skurwysynowski.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul looks for a takedown but Skurwysynowski sprawls well.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD#
Dracul closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Dracul working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Dracul tries to move to mount but Skurwysynowski blocks the move with his legs.
Skurwysynowski is looking to reverse the position.#T3#
Dracul wants to control but Skurwysynowski is keeping him busy.
Skurwysynowski being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Dracul looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Skurwysynowski is not content to let Dracul control the position. #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.
Skurwysynowski stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Skurwysynowski is trying to get back to half guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Skurwysynowski can do anything to dispel that myth.
Dracul 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.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Dracul trying to control the position but Skurwysynowski is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul had his way with Vladimir Skurwysynowski in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Skurwysynowski with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Skurwysynowski as he avoids it easily. #T1#
Dracul dives in and grabs Skurwysynowski's left leg, looking for a takedown. Skurwysynowski pushes down on Dracul's head and hops out.
Skurwysynowski steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Dracul.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dracul is defended easily by Skurwysynowski.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Skurwysynowski connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dracul momentarily.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Skurwysynowski.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
Dracul fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Skurwysynowski moves into the clinch.#TD#
Skurwysynowski is fighting off a takedown attempt but Dracul is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Skurwysynowski to the mat. Skurwysynowski regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Skurwysynowski is controlling Dracul's posture.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Skurwysynowski really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dracul. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
Dracul controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Skurwysynowski managing to control the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Skurwysynowski looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 45:49
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 45:49
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 45:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vladimir Skurwysynowski!
Vladimir Skurwysynowski is the new light heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Vladimir Skurwysynowski 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: C229: Dracul vs Kahn II
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Dracul gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Kahn counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dracul closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Kahn's guard.#T1#
Kahn being controlled here, momentarily.
Dracul advances to half guard.
Dracul keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Kahn won't allow Dracul to pass to mount. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dracul content to control rather than advance.
Dracul uses his free foot to push down on Kahn's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kahn.
Dracul moves to take his opponent's back. #T3#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Dracul controlling the positon.#SUB#
Dracul has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Kahn is defending well but eventually Dracul manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Kahn has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Radu Dracul thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, Mohammed Kahn stepped up to the mic, saying 'Jihad!'.

Event: C227: Dracul vs Gage
Date: Sep 03, 2023

#R1#
Gage fails to land with a series of punches.
We've been hearing reports that Dracul has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
A big left from Gage misses.
Dracul keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Gage sprawls and moves away.
Nice defenses there by Dracul.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Gage waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Gage tries to bum rush Dracul with a series of wild strikes but Dracul uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Gage is quick to defend against it.
Gage scores with a crisp jab that stopped Dracul in his tracks.
Gage looks to land a combination but Dracul avoids it well.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Gage sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gage will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Gage looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dracul uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Gage.
Gage lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Gage.#T1#
Gage moves to clinch but Dracul breaks away #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Gage tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Gage is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dracul scores with a couple of nice shots.
Gage is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Gage is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Dracul scores with a couple of nice shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gage is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gage slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Gage is keeping the position.#T2#
Dracul postures up.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gage swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gage tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Gage keeps moving.
Gage is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dracul stopping the sweep attempt from Gage.
Gage lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Gage with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Dracul had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gage defends it easily.
Gage stands and throws Dracul's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dracul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gage wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gage throws a strike aimed at the side of Dracul's head but Dracul avoids it well.#SUB2#
Gage is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Dracul has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gage is looking to take a break and control but Dracul is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Dracul tries to bench press Gage off him but Gage keeps the position. #SUB2#
Gage swings around for an armbar but Dracul sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Gage's guard.
Gage being controlled here, momentarily.
Gage keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul preventing the sweep.
Dracul trying to control but Gage is working from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Gage looking for a sweep. Not yet Gage, not yet.
Gage is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Oscar Gage dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dracul slips under a jab.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dracul defending well as Gage loads up on a big left hand.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gage swings for the body but Dracul moves out of range.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Oscar Gage seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gage tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control.
Gage tries to improve position but can't.
Gage is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Gage prevents Dracul from moving into mount. #T1#
Gage takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #CUT#It looks like Oscar Gage has been cut.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gage keeps working.
Dracul is chipping away with strikes.
Dracul trying to control the action but Gage is working from the bottom.
Dracul creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Gage sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Gage is trying to control Dracul's posture but Dracul avoids it.
Gage sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Gage is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Gage is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dracul's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dracul's back!#SUB2#
Gage working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Dracul just trying to survive but Gage is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Dracul can't escape the position. #SUB2#
Gage is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Gage is not going to allow Dracul to sit and survive in this position.
Dracul is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB2#
Gage looking for the choke from the back. #T3##SUB2#
Dracul defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Gage's arms.
A lull in the action here.
Dracul tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Gage lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Dracul regains half guard.
Dracul slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dracul wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Dracul controls Gage momentarily but Gage frees himself. #T4#
Dracul keeping full guard, as Gage tries to pass.
Dracul is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Dracul is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Gage is looking for a sweep. Dracul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul is taking a breather. Gage says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Dracul is looking to advance position but Gage won't allow it.
Gage is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dracul's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dracul's back!
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 Radu Dracul will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Oscar Gage's cut.
That's time! Dracul's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3##CL2#
Dracul gets tackled into the cage by Gage. Gage maintains the clinch.
Dracul wants to break free but Gage has control. #BC2#
Gage escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gage throws an overhand right that lands on Dracul's shoulder, as Dracul tries to avoid the shot.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Gage is quick to defend against it.
No joy there for Gage, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Gage is quick to defend against it.
Gage misses with a wild combination.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Gage misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gage is looking for a sweep.
Dracul creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Dracul trying to control the position but Gage is working away.
Gage gets back to half guard.#T1##SUB#
Dracul is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gage doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dracul.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gage keeps working. #SUB#
Dracul is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gage is just riding it out for now. Dracul eventually gives up the hold.
Dracul looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Gage with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Gage taking some punishment here, with Dracul in his half guard.
Dracul wants to take a breather but Gage is having none of it.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dracul prevents Gage from improving his position.
Dracul missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dracul scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Gage gets back to full guard.
Gage controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
Dracul is working Gage over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Gage working for a triangle but Dracul defends it easily.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Gage looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there.
Gage wants to hit a sweep here but Dracul passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Gage there!
Gage tries to reverse the position but Dracul maintains control.
Gage gets back to half guard.
Gage won't allow Dracul to pass to mount.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Gage is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Gage wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gage is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Dracul has latched onto it... Big trouble! Dracul pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Gage is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Dracul!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Radu Dracul seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: C224: Kahn vs Dracul
Date: Aug 27, 2023

#R1#
Kahn misses with a wild body shot.
Kahn throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Dracul tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kahn misses with an uppercut #TD2#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dracul passes Kahn's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dracul content to control rather than advance.
Kahn is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Kahn is defending well. #T1#
Dracul is trying to control the action in half guard but Kahn is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Dracul trying to work for an americana but Kahn has managed to regain full guard.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Kahn is retaining full guard.
Dracul trying to control but Kahn is working from the bottom.
Dracul might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kahn haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Dracul looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kahn throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dracul sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dracul moves nicely into side control.
Dracul throws an elbow but Kahn slips to the side and avoids it well.
Dracul advances to full mount.
Kahn is squirming around, avoiding Dracul's attempts to control the action. #T3#
Dracul throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Dracul thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Dracul tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2#
Dracul jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Kahn is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Kahn and Dracul has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dracul taking a breather here. #SUB2#
Dracul has hold of Kahn's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Kahn seems comfortable defending it but Dracul has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Kahn is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Kahn is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Dracul couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul is the new light heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Radu Dracul thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Mohammed Kahn was interviewed post fight and said 'Jihad!'.

Event: C218: Nakagawa vs Giovanni II
Date: Aug 06, 2023

#R1#
Titus throws a sloppy body shot #TD#
and Dracul counters with a single leg into guard. Titus didn't expect that.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Titus has wrist control.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Titus keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Titus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Titus lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Titus is working Dracul over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul looking to hit a scissor sweep but Titus is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Titus throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Titus trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Titus's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Dracul looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Titus missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Titus wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Titus working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dracul's head.
Dracul has Titus pulled in close to control his posture.
Titus stands up over Dracul, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
Titus pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dracul is keeping the position for now.
Titus scoring with some ground and pound.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Titus working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Dracul looking to control but Titus passes into half guard.
Dracul is trying to maintain the position but Titus is very close to passing his half guard.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dracul is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Titus scores with a couple of nice shots.
Titus prevents Dracul from improving his position.#SUB#
Dracul looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dracul taking some punishment here, with Titus in his half guard. #T3#
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
Titus working over Dracul with some ground and pound. Dracul looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dracul is trying to get back to full guard.
Titus trying to pass the guard but Dracul defending well.
Titus landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Titus is keen to just control but Dracul is a slippery customer.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
Dracul is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Titus's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Titus's back!#T4#
Dracul scores with a nice shot to the head of his opponent. Titus is looking for a way out.
Titus is in bad spot here.
Titus turns into Dracul and is now in his guard.
Titus lands a couple of digs.
Titus scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SUB#
Dracul working for a triangle but Titus defends it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Titus stands and throws Dracul's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dracul is not content to let Titus control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Zeke Titus dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Titus throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dracul.
Titus wants to sweep but no luck.
Zeke Titus has got the better of the ground game so far.
Titus keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Titus is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Titus is adopting a defensive guard.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Titus utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Titus blocks nicely.
Titus looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there. #T1#
Dracul wants to control from the top but Titus keeps moving.
Titus wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul connects with a couple of short punches.
Dracul pushes down on Titus's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Titus dodges it nicely.
Titus regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Titus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dracul defends it easily.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Titus keeps moving.
Titus lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Dracul looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dracul tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Dracul trying to control the position.
Dracul has momentary wrist control but Titus slips an elbow through the middle.
Dracul tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dracul controls Titus momentarily but Titus frees himself. #SUB#
Dracul working for a triangle but Titus defends it easily.
Titus postures up and lands a big shot to Dracul's brow.
Dracul tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Titus trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Titus stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
Dracul has momentary wrist control but Titus slips an elbow through the middle.
Titus has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dracul is controlling Titus's posture.
Titus is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dracul working a defensive guard but Titus manages to pass into side control anyway.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Titus wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Titus trying to control the position but Dracul is working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul 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#
Titus misses with a jab, cross combination.
Titus throws a series of punches but Dracul moves out of range. #TD2#
Titus fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Dracul to the ground. Titus is now in Dracul's guard.
Titus looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dracul is on top in guard. #REVR##T1#
Titus avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Titus wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Titus preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul preventing the sweep.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul controls from within his opponent's guard.
Titus controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Titus's head.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul works over Titus with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul stands up over Titus, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Titus had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dracul defends it easily.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.
Titus trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Titus has wrist control.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Titus keeps moving.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Titus is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Dracul working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Titus is keeping the position.
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Titus tries to land a sweep but no joy.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Titus is on top in guard. #REVB#
Dracul can't keep his opponent in guard - Titus advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dracul is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Titus working Dracul over with strikes.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Titus is controlling well.
Titus is trying to control the action in half guard but Dracul is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Still in half guard, Titus seems content to control.
Titus looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Dracul with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Still in half guard, Titus seems content to control.#SUB#
Dracul is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Titus pulls his head out easily.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Titus is controlling well.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Zeke Titus.
Well Titus 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul looked relieved post fight as he said the following; '10 wins in a row, unbelievable, it would be an honor for me to do the next fight for the 185 lbs belt.'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 263
Date: Jun 25, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters are only really looking to counter, so after a good 30 seconds of circling each other endlessly, the referee has stepped in and told them both to be more aggressive.
Dracul with a lazy takedown attempt
and Creed counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creed fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Creed as he jumps to the side.
Creed appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Dracul tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Creed defends well and Dracul ends up having to push Creed into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Creed lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nice body punch from Creed.
Dracul dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Creed lands with a left to the head.
Dracul blocking some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Creed.
Good body shot from Creed.
Dracul stalling in the clinch but Creed improves position.
Dracul wants to break the clinch but can't.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Creed.#T2##BC2#
Creed breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Vernon Creed is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Creed cracks Dracul with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Dracul checks a leg kick.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul shoots for a double leg takedown but Creed sprawls well. He's pushed Dracul's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Creed misses.
Dracul misses with a takedown
and Creed counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Donk. Creed catches Dracul right on the button with a cross.
Creed thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Creed scores with a jab.#T4#
Creed throws a body shot but no joy.
Creed fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Creed keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vernon Creed 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#
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Creed as he jumps to the side.
Dracul misses with a takedown attempt
and Creed counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Creed counters with an outside leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Creed lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Creed.
Creed stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Creed wants it to stay on the feet.
Dracul avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Creed sprawls and moves away.#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.
Creed throws out a leg kick but Dracul moves out of range and Creed only half commits.
A nice leg kick lands there from Creed.
Creed throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dracul throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Creed's waist but Creed gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dracul off to one side.
Creed doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
Dracul shoots in and drives through. Creed sprawls well.
Creed has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Dracul fails with the takedown
and Creed counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Dracul fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Creed doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Creed connects with an inside leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul fails with the takedown
and Creed counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vernon Creed showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
A head kick by Creed misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dracul.

Creed has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Dracul has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Creed has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dracul's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD#
Dracul has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Creed clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dracul struggling to land strikes to the head as Creed covers up.
Creed is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Dracul off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Dracul tries to get the hooks in deep but Creed pushed the leg off.
Dracul misses with an elbow to the head.
Dracul struggling to keep hold of the position.
Dracul misses with a punch to the head.
Creed covering up well and avoiding damage.
Dracul misses with punches from the back. #T1#
Dracul missing with punches from the back.
Dracul missing with strikes from the back.
Dracul misses with punches from the back.
Creed trying to control the position but Dracul manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Dracul is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Creed defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Dracul is looking to control Creed but Creed is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Creed avoids the strikes from Dracul. #T2#
Dracul trying to control.#SUB#
Dracul is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Creed defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #SUB#
Dracul is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Creed has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Dracul misses with a punch to the head. #SUB#
Creed is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Dracul gets his way!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Creed defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #T3#
Dracul throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dracul misses with an elbow to the head.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul misses with punches from the back.
Dracul not allowing Creed to control his hands.
Dracul punches the canvas rather than the man.
Dracul struggling to land strikes to the head as Creed covers up.
Dracul somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Creed covering up well and avoiding damage.
Creed covering up well and avoiding damage. #T4#
Dracul is throwing strikes but Creed counters by rolling into a better position. After a scramble, Creed regains half guard. #SUB#
Dracul is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Creed defending well though.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Creed dodges it nicely.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul throwing shots but Creed is blocking nicely.
Dracul throws a strike but Creed avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Creed working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Creed swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Creed wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Dracul on the wrong end of a nice hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul misses with a takedown
and Creed counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Dracul shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Creed counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dracul steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Creed.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Dracul dives in and grabs Creed's left leg, looking for a takedown. Creed pushes down on Dracul's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dracul checks a leg kick.
Creed clobbers Dracul with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Creed dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dracul. That did some damage!#T3#
Dracul misses with a takedown
and Creed counters with a right hand to the body.
Dracul fails with the takedown
letting Creed counter with a right hand. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Creed lands a nice looking body kick.
The fighters circling - Creed throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Creed throws a wild body kick that Dracul sees coming a mile off.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Creed avoids it well and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Vernon Creed dominated that fourth round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Dracul tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Creed swivels and escapes.
Dracul dives in and grabs Creed's left leg, looking for a takedown. Creed pushes down on Dracul's head and hops out.
Creed unleashes a big counter combination but Dracul bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Dracul misses with a takedown
enabling Creed to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Dracul fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Creed sprawls well initially but Dracul persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Creed is pressing down on Dracul's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Creed working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul postures up in Creed's guard and throws a big left but Creed blocks it.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Creed preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Creed works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Creed trying to control the position here. #T2#
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Creed avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Creed working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Creed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Dracul tries for a takedown but Creed circles away easily
and Creed counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. #T3#
Dracul walks into a straight right hand from Creed.
Creed misses with a low kick.
Dracul takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #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.
Dracul fails with the takedown.
Vernon Creed seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A looping hook to the body misses from Creed. Dracul does a little dance to reset his feet.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 44:49
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 43:49
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 44:49

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Vernon Creed!
Vernon Creed is the new light heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Vernon Creed started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 258
Date: Jun 09, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kersikov I I listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kersikov I I connects with a crisp jab.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kersikov I I.
Dracul uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov I I.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kersikov I I throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul moves out of range as Kersikov I I strikes.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Kersikov I I avoids it well and moves away.
Kersikov I I throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Kersikov I I throws a leg kick #TD#
and Dracul counters with a single leg into guard. Kersikov I I didn't expect that.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Kersikov I I keeps moving.
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#CUT#It looks like Vitali Kersikov I I has been cut.
Kersikov I I keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kersikov I I pulls Dracul in close to his closed guard and prevents Dracul from doing any damage or advancing position.
Dracul trying to control but Kersikov I I is working from the bottom. #T2#
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov I I is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Dracul drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dracul jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Kersikov I I wants to stand but Dracul is controlling the position.
Kersikov I I avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB#
Dracul drops back looking for a leg! Kersikov I I is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kersikov I I manages to kick Dracul off! Dracul jumps back into Kersikov I I's guard.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Kersikov I I is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Kersikov I I misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kersikov I I's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov I I avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Kersikov I I working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Kersikov I I keeps moving.
Dracul lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov I I swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Kersikov I I blocks nicely. #T4#
Kersikov I I avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Kersikov I I keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Kersikov I I preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kersikov I I is pulling down on Dracul's head to control his posture.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Kersikov I I utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Vitali Kersikov I I's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kersikov I I works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kersikov I I misses with an uppercut. Dracul saw that one coming.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Kersikov I I is quick to defend against it.
Kersikov I I scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dracul slips under a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov I I throws a looping overhand right but Dracul ducks down to avoid it.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Kersikov I I sprawls and moves away.
Kersikov I I gets off balance looking for a body kick#TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Kersikov I I manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T1#
Dracul prevents a body shot from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov I I presses Dracul against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kersikov I I keeps control of Dracul as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Dracul leaning against his opponent. #BC#
Dracul breaks from the clinch.
Dracul looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov I I throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kersikov I I fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dracul has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A good leg kick by Kersikov I I. #T2#
Kersikov I I throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Kersikov I I is concentrating on defense, preventing Dracul from advancing position.
Dracul lands strikes from half guard.#CUT#That has opened up Vitali Kersikov I I's cut even more.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Dracul is looking for a kimura here.
Kersikov I I tries to kick Dracul off but Dracul keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kersikov I I wants to get back to full guard.
Kersikov I I taking some punishment here, with Dracul in his half guard. #CUT#The cut above Vitali Kersikov I I's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Radu Dracul thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 252
Date: May 12, 2023

#R1#
Chestner throws a series of punches but Dracul avoids them all with ease.
Dracul avoids the body shot from Chestner.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Chestner scores with a shot to the body.
Dracul keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Chestner.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Chestner avoids it well and moves away.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Chestner.
Dracul avoids a punch combination nicely.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chestner. Dracul does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Chestner misses with a wild body shot.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Chestner avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Chestner misses the jab.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Chestner sprawls and moves away.
Dracul defending well as Chestner loads up on a big left hand.
Chestner lands a jab to Dracul's midsection.
Chestner throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control.
Dracul tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Dracul in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Dracul in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Chestner takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Chestner tries to buck Dracul off but Dracul is having none of it.#SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Dracul has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Chestner!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Chestner is desperately trying to improve his position but Dracul has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Dracul has control of Chestner's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Chestner regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Chestner is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dracul breaks from Chestner's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Dracul lands with some strikes.
Chestner keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Chestner wants to hold on but Dracul pushes him away.#T3#
Chestner bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Chestner preventing the sweep.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Chestner from controlling successfully.
Dracul is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul lands strikes from half guard.
Dracul scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Chestner blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Dracul missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dracul working over Chestner with some ground and pound. Chestner looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Chestner on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Chestner is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Dracul winds up and cracks Chestner with a swinging punch 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!#SUB#
Dracul is working for a kimura but Chestner is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB#
Dracul is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chestner doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dracul.
Chestner has hold of Dracul's hands but Dracul slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Chestner wants to clinch up but Dracul keeps it at a distance.
Chestner misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Chestner!
Dracul working the body and head with strikes.
Chestner wants to control but Dracul postures up.
Chestner tries to buck Dracul off but Dracul is having none of it.
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Dracul trying to control the position but Chestner is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chestner taking punishment in the form of punches.
Chestner is looking to reverse the position.
Dracul 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 Chestner's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
You can see the frustration on Chestner's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dracul in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Chestner is looking to reverse the position.
Chestner regains half guard.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ground and pound from Dracul.
Chestner avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Chestner trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dracul looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Chestner with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Chestner is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard.
Dracul is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Chestner can do to turn this around?#T2#
Chestner is looking to control Dracul's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chestner avoid being mounted?
Dracul is keen to just control but Chestner is a slippery customer.
Chestner tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Dracul working over Chestner with some ground and pound. Chestner looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dracul lands with a punch from half guard.
Chestner is trying to control but can't.
Dracul looks to land a strike but Chestner avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Dracul sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul postures up in Chestner's guard and throws a big left but Chestner blocks it.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Chestner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Dracul is working Chestner over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Chestner keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Chestner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dracul manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Chestner preventing the sweep.
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Dracul looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck. #T4##SUB2#
Chestner thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Chestner pushes down on Dracul's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Chestner is looking to advance position but Dracul won't allow it.
Chestner is stalling here. Dracul is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Chestner seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Dracul has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Chestner tries to bench press Dracul off him but Dracul keeps the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Chestner is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Chestner is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Dracul off and has taken his back!
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!
Chestner is hanging on to Dracul's back as he tries to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3##TD2#
Chestner closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dracul quickly recovers to half guard.
Chestner passes to full mount!
Dracul can't escape the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T1#
Dracul slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul trying to move into half guard but instead Chestner has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Dracul keeping full guard, as Chestner tries to pass. #SUB#
Dracul is looking for a triangle but Chestner pushes his legs off easily.
Chestner looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck.
Chestner must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dracul wants to hit a sweep here but Chestner passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dracul there!
Dracul is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Dracul defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Chestner.
Dracul gets back to half guard.
Dracul trying to hold on to Chestner's head to control him but Chestner postures up. #T3#
Chestner is trying to control the action in half guard but Dracul is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dracul moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Dracul isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Chestner stacks Dracul on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Chestner!#SUB2#
Chestner is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dracul knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Chestner is looking to take a break and control but Dracul is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Dracul struggling a bit here.
Dracul tries to bench press Chestner off him but Chestner keeps the position.
Chestner trying to control the position but Dracul is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul is looking for a sweep.
Dracul sneaks back into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Brad Chestner really dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R4#
Chestner lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Chestner throws a right hand that misses #TD#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Chestner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dracul manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Chestner wants to pass the guard but Dracul is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul controls Chestner momentarily but Chestner frees himself.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Chestner from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB#
Dracul is looking for a triangle but Chestner pushes his legs off easily.
Chestner controlling from the top position.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Chestner from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Dracul is looking to cinch up a triangle. Chestner throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Dracul's body to avoid the submission. Dracul has instead reached around Chestner's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Dracul arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Radu Dracul decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 246
Date: Apr 16, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bronson misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Dracul sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bronson's guard.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Bronson's head.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bronson defending well though. #SUB#
Dracul wants to work for an arm triangle but Bronson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bronson is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bronson moves into full guard.
Bronson has momentary wrist control but Dracul slips an elbow through the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bronson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Bronson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T1#
Bronson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
Bronson tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bronson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bronson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #CUT#It looks like Don Bronson has been cut.
Dracul trying to control but Bronson is working from the bottom.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
Dracul scoring with some ground and pound.
Dracul works over Bronson with some ground and pound from guard.
Bronson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dracul stands up over Bronson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bronson looking for a sweep. Not yet Bronson, not yet.
Dracul scoring with some ground and pound.
Bronson controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul stopping the sweep attempt from Bronson.
Dracul postures up in Bronson's guard and throws a big left but Bronson blocks it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bronson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul postures up in Bronson's guard and throws a big left but Bronson blocks it.
Dracul is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Bronson wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Bronson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Dracul controls Bronson momentarily but Bronson frees himself.
Bronson sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Bronson is sitting in close to Dracul's body. Dracul has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Bronson is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Bronson is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Dracul.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Radu Dracul 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 243
Date: Apr 02, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Account looks to land a left hand but Dracul moved out of range nicely.
Account throws a hook to the side of Dracul's head but Dracul sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Account misses with a hook. Dracul ducked under it nicely.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've been hearing reports that Dracul has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Dracul avoids the body shot from Account.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Account sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Account lands a jab to the nose.
Account misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dracul. #T1#
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Account looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Account trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Account 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.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Account working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Account keeps moving.
Dracul 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. #T2#
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Account works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Account gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Dracul working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Account doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Account manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Dracul looking for a guillotine here but Account defends easily.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Account controlling him for the moment. #T3##SUB#
Dracul is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Account defends well.
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Account works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dracul throws an elbow that misses. Account uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dracul's guard. Nice move by Account!#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Account is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4##SUB#
Account got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dracul has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Account has managed to get both his arms back between Dracul's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Dracul working for a triangle but Account defends it easily.
Account controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Radu Dracul will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dracul's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Account is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dracul.
Camaras Account seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Account throws the left hand but Dracul avoids the punch easily.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Account has knocked Dracul down with a huge combo! Account steps away and waves a wobbly Dracul back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#It looks like Radu Dracul has been cut.
The fighters circling - Account throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Account throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Account fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Dracul ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed right hand from Account misses the target.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Account sprawls and moves away.
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Account.
Account throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Account defending well though.
Dracul looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Account's head. #T2#
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Account defending well though.
Account avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Account dodges it nicely.
Account trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Dracul is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Account sees it coming and defends easily.
Dracul tries to pass to full mount but Account defends it.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Account dodges it nicely.
Account avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Account taking some punishment here, with Dracul in his half guard.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T3#
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Account's head.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Account keeping hold of Dracul's head, controlling as best he can.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dracul connects with a nice short shot to Account's temple.
Dracul looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Account on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dracul is stalling here. Account is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Dracul seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Account has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Dracul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Account wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
Dracul sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Dracul is positioning himself well to prevent Account advancing to mount.
Account looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dracul is looking to control Account's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dracul avoid being mounted?
Account is keen to just control but Dracul is a slippery customer.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Camaras Account showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Radu Dracul's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Account misses with a straight right.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Account throws out a loose jab but Dracul uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Account misses with a jab to the body #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dracul trying to control but Account is working from the bottom.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Account works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Account utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul throws an elbow that misses. Account uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dracul's guard. Nice move by Account!#REVB#
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Account from controlling successfully. #T1#
Account stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dracul swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Account controlling him for the moment.
Account 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.
Dracul is trying to control the position but Account postures up. #SUB#
Dracul looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Account is defending well. Dracul quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Account has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Dracul celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Radu Dracul 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 237
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Mataitai misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Dracul decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Mataitai's guard.
Dracul works over Mataitai with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul works over Mataitai with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Dracul postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Mataitai is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Dracul, into his guard. #REVB#
Dracul bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mataitai's guard. #REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mataitai wants to stand and escape but Dracul is having none of it.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Dracul wants to control from the top but Mataitai keeps moving.
Mataitai preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Mataitai utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul postures up in Mataitai's guard and throws a big left but Mataitai blocks it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mataitai works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Mataitai gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Mataitai trying to stand up but can't free himself from Dracul's guard.
Dracul has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dracul has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Mataitai has passed into side control. #T2#
Dracul tries to buck Mataitai off but Mataitai is having none of it.
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
Dracul struggling a bit here.#T3#
Dracul tries to improve position but can't. #SU2#
Mataitai decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Mataitai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dracul moves away.
Mataitai misses with a wild body shot.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Mataitai avoids it well and moves away.
Mataitai throws a hook to the side of Dracul's head but Dracul sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Mataitai loads up on a big right hand but Dracul slips the punch.
Dracul takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Willy Mataitai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mataitai misses with an uppercut.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Mataitai.#T4#
Mataitai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracul was well out of range. Poor timing from Mataitai.
Mataitai scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dracul doesn't seem bothered though.
Mataitai loads up on a big right hand but Dracul slips the punch.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Mataitai is quick to defend against it.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mataitai.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Mataitai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dracul takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Dracul ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mataitai missing with a left hand there. Dracul was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
A big left from Mataitai misses.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Mataitai is quick to defend against it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Mataitai darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mataitai misses the shot to the body.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dracul keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Mataitai avoids it well and moves away.
Mataitai throws a body shot but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Willy Mataitai dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Mataitai throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Mataitai is keeping the position.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Mataitai working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Mataitai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dracul postures up in Mataitai's guard and throws a big left but Mataitai blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul postures up in Mataitai's guard and throws a big left but Mataitai blocks it.
Dracul content to stall in guard here.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Mataitai keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul landing some decent shots from guard.
Mataitai has momentary wrist control but Dracul slips an elbow through the middle.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Mataitai has wrist control.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Mataitai utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mataitai preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
Dracul stops Mataitai from standing up.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Mataitai keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Mataitai.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Mataitai sprawls and moves away.
Mataitai fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dracul manages to avoid it.
Dracul blocks a jab.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Mataitai throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Dracul ducks under a wild hook from Mataitai.
Mataitai misses with the combination.
Mataitai misses with an uppercut.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Dracul uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mataitai.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Mataitai throws a body punch but Dracul moves out of range.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T3#
A shot to the body from Mataitai misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Mataitai pushes Dracul off and gets back to his feet.
Willy Mataitai seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mataitai loads up on a big right hand but Dracul slips the punch.
Mataitai swings and misses with a shot to the body#TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mataitai won't be happy with that.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dracul works to advance to full mount. Mataitai defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Dracul thowing shots but they're missing.
Dracul thowing shots but they're missing.
Dracul unloads with some shots from mount but Mataitai bucks and avoids them well.
Dracul with the ground and pound from mount. #CUT#It looks like Willy Mataitai has been cut.
Dracul looking to ground and pound but Mataitai is blocking nicely. #T4#
Mataitai holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Dracul tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Dracul looking to ground and pound but Mataitai is blocking nicely.
Dracul lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #ROC#Mataitai is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Willy Mataitai's cut even more.
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Dracul! Mataitai is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Radu Dracul 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.
Willy Mataitai spoke after the fight, saying 'Back to the gym.'.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 230
Date: Feb 11, 2023

#R1#
Baraka scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Baraka with a jab.
Baraka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Baraka avoids it well and moves away.
Dracul uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baraka.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Baraka.
Baraka lands a nice leg kick that just misses Dracul's sensitive parts.
Baraka throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Dracul keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baraka misses with an uppercut. Dracul saw that one coming.
A nice leg kick lands there from Baraka.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baraka sizes up Dracul with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Baraka thuds his shin into the meat of Dracul's side.
Baraka throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Dracul avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Baraka closes the distance and clinches.
Baraka lands with a short shot to the head. #BC#
Dracul breaks from the clinch.
Baraka pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Baraka avoids it well and moves away.
Juju Baraka is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nice uppercut there from Baraka.
Baraka is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dracul.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Juju Baraka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A jab lands there for Baraka.
Dracul has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Dracul there as he acknowledges the shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Baraka.
Baraka waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Baraka is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T2#
Baraka swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Dracul counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dracul.
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!
Dracul is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Baraka really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dracul. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Baraka is keeping the position for now.
Dracul might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Dracul is working Baraka over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Baraka preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Baraka wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Baraka is looking to stand up but Dracul isn't so interested in that idea.
Dracul passes Baraka's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Dracul is nestled in close to Baraka, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#CUT#It looks like Juju Baraka has been cut.#T3#
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dracul winds up and cracks Baraka with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dracul connects with a nice short shot to Baraka's temple.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Baraka dodges it nicely.
Baraka trying to control from the bottom.
Baraka slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dracul with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Baraka keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Baraka works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T4#
Dracul is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul lands a couple of digs.
Baraka is looking to stand up but Dracul isn't so interested in that idea.
Dracul working some strikes from top position.
Dracul advances position into side control!#SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sloppy strikes there by Dracul.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Juju Baraka will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Juju Baraka's cut.
That's time! Dracul's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Dracul moves away from the strike by Baraka.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dracul uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baraka.
Dracul stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Baraka.
Baraka throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Baraka throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Baraka misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a single leg into guard. Baraka didn't expect that.
Baraka 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.
Dracul won't allow Baraka to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul landing with the ground and pound.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.#T1#
Dracul trying to control but Baraka is working from the bottom.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#CUT#That has opened up Juju Baraka's cut even more.
Dracul cracks Baraka with a solid left hand.
Dracul scoring with some ground and pound. #CUT#The cut above Juju Baraka's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Radu Dracul 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 225
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Dracul with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bronson to score with a decent uppercut.
Bronson thuds his right hand into Dracul's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bronson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bronson!
Dracul working away.
Bronson taking punishment in the form of punches.
Dracul trying to control the action but Bronson is working from the bottom.
Bronson managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dracul.
Dracul throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Bronson works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Dracul is keen to just control but Bronson is a slippery customer.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bronson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Bronson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Bronson tries to get to full guard but Dracul has control of the leg.
Dracul missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've been hearing that Dracul has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bronson trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Dracul scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dracul scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bronson keeping hold of Dracul's head, controlling as best he can.
Dracul performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Dracul scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2#
Dracul is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Bronson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dracul connects with a nice short shot to Bronson's temple.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Dracul is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bronson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dracul.
Dracul missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bronson trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Nice strikes from Dracul there. #SUB#
Bronson is defending against the submission attempts here by Dracul.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bronson has hold of Dracul's hands but Dracul slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Dracul works his way into full mount!
Dracul is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Dracul punishing his opponent with strikes.
Bronson working to try and regain half guard.
Dracul landing strikes, looking to finish! #CUT#It looks like Don Bronson has been cut.
Bronson tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dracul lands a big shot there that rocks Bronson but he's holding on and managing to survive for now. #CUT#That has opened up Don Bronson's cut even more.
Dracul lands a nice shot to the head. #ROC#Bronson is rocked!#CUT#Don Bronson's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
A victorious Radu Dracul 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 216
Date: Dec 21, 2022

#R1#
Beach wants to clinch but Dracul slips to the side#TD2#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into side control. Beach won't be happy with that.
Beach struggling a bit here.
Dracul lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Beach down.
The strikes coming from Dracul are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dracul working his ground and pound in the gym.#SUB2#
Dracul wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Beach, who protects the arm well.
Beach is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Dracul throwing shots but missing, from side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ground and pound from Dracul seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Dracul creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#T1#
Dracul misses with the ground and pound.
Dracul in side control, throwing shots but Beach defends.
Beach dodges the ground and pound from Dracul.
Beach pushes Dracul away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Dracul gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Dracul looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Beach is avoiding damage well. #SUB2#
Dracul is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Beach has escaped the position, nice work there.
Beach takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Dracul tries to advance to mount but can't.
Dracul working the ground and pound but Beach is defending the strikes.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Beach is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul lands a few punches from side control.#T2#
Dracul lands some shots froms side control.
Dracul scoring with punches and elbows.
Dracul postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Dracul landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Dracul connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Beach some visible discomfort. #ROC2#Beach is rocked!
Dracul throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Oh Beach is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Beach sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Beach seems to have got his legs back now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dracul is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Beach tries to get to full guard but Dracul has control of the leg.
Dracul has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dracul is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Beach dodges it nicely.
Beach on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Beach taking some punishment here, with Dracul in his half guard.
Dracul trying to control the action but Beach is working from the bottom.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Beach to regain full guard.
Beach preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4#
Beach working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES#
Beach has his feet on Dracul's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #CL#
Beach has managed to clinch.
Beach lands a shoulder strike.
Beach misses with a punch on the inside.
Dracul wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dracul is trying to push Beach away but Beach has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Beach misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dracul wants a takedown but no success here.
Dracul is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Dracul is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Beach is defending well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Dracul is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Beach moves in looking to clinch but Dracul pushes him off.
Beach tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Dracul manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
Beach wants to clinch up but Dracul keeps it at a distance.
Dracul changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Beach pushes Dracul up against the cage in a clinch.
Beach misses with some punches.
Dracul blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Beach stops a takedown attempt from Dracul. #BC#
Beach breaks from the clinch.
Beach tries to clinch up.
Beach doesn't manage to clinch there - Dracul circles away.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
Dracul has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beach throws a hook but Dracul avoids it easily.
Dracul tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Beach tries to clinch up but Dracul circles away and keeps his distance.
And Dracul tries to counter it with a takedown but Beach pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Beach tries to clinch #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown. Beach fights it but they end up in guard.
Beach trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer. #T1#
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Beach keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Beach managing to control the position.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Beach is retaining full guard.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Beach blocks nicely.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Beach is keeping the position.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul throws an elbow that misses. Beach uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dracul's guard. Nice move by Beach!#REVR##SUB2#
Dracul working for submissions but it's allowed Beach to get to half guard.
Dracul keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #T3#
The fighters are battling for position here. Dracul manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Beach avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Radu Dracul has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dracul manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Beach manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Beach swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Beach utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Beach blocks nicely.
Dracul scoring with some ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul trying to control but Beach is working from the bottom.
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Beach moves in looking to clinch but Dracul pushes him off.
Beach moves to clinch but Dracul breaks away #TD2#
and Dracul decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Beach's guard.
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Beach keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Beach controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
Dracul with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Dracul landing with the ground and pound.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses. #T1#
Dracul slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Dracul has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Beach defend it? Dracul steps over the head and cranks it - Beach is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Dracul!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul is the new light heavyweight champion!
A victorious Radu Dracul thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Nov 14, 2022

190 cm
29 yrs
202 lbs

190 cm
41 yrs
226 lbs

Dracul

Jackson

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Radu Dracul! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 25 losses; Tyrano Jackson!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Eddie Farnsworth and Joseph Jones.

The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Jackson takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Jackson gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Dracul regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dracul (0) vs (2) Jackson
Jackson looking to pass the guard.
Jackson slips nicely into half guard.
Dracul is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dracul.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Dracul is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson is stalling in the full guard.
Jackson being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Jackson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dracul's guard.
Dracul is trying to control but Jackson passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Dracul (0) vs (5) Jackson
Jackson happy to just control the position for now.
Dracul tries to improve position but can't.
Jackson tries to move into full mount but can't pass Dracul's legs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Jackson controlling the position from side mount.
Dracul is looking to regain half guard here but Jackson keeps moving and retains side control.
Dracul sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Still in half guard, Jackson seems content to control.
Dracul is trying to control but can't.
Jackson prevents Dracul from improving his position.
Dracul is trying to maintain the position but Jackson is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Well, if Jackson 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.
Dracul tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Jackson performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Jackson is thwarting Dracul's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jackson keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T5#
Dracul is trying to get back to full guard.
Jackson is pressing down on Dracul's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dracul is holding on for now.
Dracul keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Dracul is trying to maintain the position but Jackson is very close to passing his half guard.
Dracul is trying to get back to full guard.
Jackson tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dracul knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T6#
Jackson controlling the action here.
Jackson prevents Dracul from improving his position.
Dracul works his way to full guard. Good work.#T7#
Dracul controlling the position.#SUB#
Dracul working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jackson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jackson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul pulls Jackson in close to prevent any damage.
Dracul bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jackson's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (5) Jackson
Dracul 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. #T8#
Jackson controlling Dracul's posture.
Jackson is continuing to stall.
Dracul sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T9#
Jackson controlling the position.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul trying to control but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Dracul looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T10#
Jackson is pulling down on Dracul's head. It's preventing any offense from Dracul, at least for the moment.
Dracul slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Jackson is trying to keep Dracul in close. #T11#
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Jackson is retaining full guard.
Jackson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.#T12#
Jackson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there.
Jackson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (7) Jackson
Dracul can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Jackson controls the pace.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dracul holds on and takes a little breather. #T13#
Dracul wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jackson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Dracul looking to control.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Jackson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Jackson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dracul is keeping the position for now. #T14#
Dracul looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jackson is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Jackson controlling him for the moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jackson wins on points by 7 to 2.
Our winner, Tyrano Jackson, 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: TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Nov 13, 2022

185 cm
32 yrs
201 lbs

190 cm
29 yrs
202 lbs

Diesel

Dracul

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 28 losses; Kurt Diesel! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Russell Pearce and Reed Andrews.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dracul fails with the takedown.#TD#
Diesel closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Dracul did well to prevent Diesel getting side control.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Diesel (2) vs (0) Dracul
Dracul trying to control here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Diesel in particular looking to stall.
Diesel tries to pass to full mount but Dracul defends it.
Dracul slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Diesel won't allow Dracul to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Diesel got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dracul has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Diesel has managed to get both his arms back between Dracul's legs - danger averted.
Diesel pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dracul is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Diesel preventing the sweep.
Diesel 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.
Diesel controls from within his opponent's guard.
Diesel being controlled here momentarily.
Diesel looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Diesel preventing the sweep.
Dracul working a defensive guard here.
Diesel content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Dracul working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Diesel doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Diesel manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dracul can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Diesel controls the pace.#T3#
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Dracul working for a triangle but Diesel defends it easily.
Diesel preventing the sweep. #T4#
Dracul wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Dracul not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dracul looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Diesel puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dracul is looking for a sweep. Diesel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dracul has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Diesel looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Diesel prevents Dracul from improving his position.
Dracul trying to hold on to Diesel's head to control him but Diesel postures up.
Diesel trying to pass the guard but Dracul defending well. #T5#
Dracul trying to get back to full guard but Diesel takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (5) vs (0) Dracul
Dracul keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Dracul wants to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Diesel controlling the pace for now.
Dracul is desperately trying to improve his position but Diesel has a good base and remains in mount.#T6#
Dracul is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Diesel controlling from mount.
Dracul is looking to improve his position but Diesel isn't that keen on the idea.
Dracul wants to hold on but Diesel pushes him away.
Diesel tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dracul 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.
Diesel slows the pace down in half guard.
Dracul trying to control from the bottom. #T7#
Diesel trying to pass the guard but Dracul defending well.
Diesel with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Diesel trying to control the action but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul wants to get back to full guard.
Dracul is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Diesel is thwarting Dracul's attempts to control the position.#T8#
Well, if Diesel 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.
Diesel's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Diesel is keen to just control but Dracul is a slippery customer.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dracul manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T9#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dracul holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Diesel not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Dracul is trying to control the position but Diesel postures up.
Diesel trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Diesel tries to free his leg and advance position but Dracul is retaining full guard. #T10#
Dracul is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Diesel (5) vs (2) Dracul
Dracul not doing much here.
Diesel controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Diesel is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dracul pulls his head out easily. #T11#
Dracul looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dracul is trying to control. Diesel wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Diesel wants to get back to full guard.
Diesel trying to control from the bottom.
Diesel is staying active underneath Dracul, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Diesel actively working from the bottom here.
Diesel wants to control but Dracul is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T12#
Dracul content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Diesel is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Diesel keeps working.
Dracul wants to free his trapped foot but Diesel is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T13#
Diesel wants to control but Dracul is keeping busy.
Diesel is controlling Dracul's trapped leg to prevent Dracul from advancing to side control.
Diesel trying to control but Dracul postures up.
Dracul prevents Diesel from improving his position.#T14#
Diesel trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Dracul 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!
Diesel is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Dracul jumps into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Diesel (5) vs (5) Dracul

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Dracul gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Dracul wins on points by 6 to 5.
Radu Dracul thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Nov 05, 2022

190 cm
29 yrs
202 lbs

175 cm
36 yrs
185 lbs

Dracul

Rebenta

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Radu Dracul! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Ricardo Rebenta!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Atkins and Steven Brown.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Dracul fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD#
Dracul closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Rebenta's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (0) Rebenta
Rebenta 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.
Rebenta keeps trying to improve his position.
Rebenta is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Rebenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul controlling from the top position. #T2#
Rebenta has control of Dracul's left arm, preventing Dracul from doing any damage.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Rebenta is retaining full guard.
Rebenta pulls Dracul in close to his closed guard and prevents Dracul from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Dracul content to stall in guard here.
Dracul will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rebenta wants to sweep but no luck.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Rebenta is keeping the position.#T4#
Dracul wants to control from the top but Rebenta keeps moving.
Dracul sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dracul trying to move into half guard but instead Rebenta has managed to sweep!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (2) Rebenta
Dracul working a defensive guard here.
Dracul is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T5##SUB#
Dracul is looking for a triangle but Rebenta pushes his legs off easily.
Dracul controls Rebenta momentarily but Rebenta frees himself.
Rebenta stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Rebenta is proving a slippery customer.
Rebenta stays in close to Dracul's body and controls the position. #T6#
Dracul has his hands on Rebenta's head, controlling the position.
Rebenta showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dracul has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T7#
Dracul continues to stall.
Dracul controls Rebenta momentarily but Rebenta frees himself.
Rebenta being controlled here momentarily.
Dracul 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.#T8#
Dracul managing to control the position.
Dracul 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.
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Dracul has an active guard here but Rebenta has managed to pass into half guard.
Dracul gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Dracul seems keen to control Rebenta's posture.
Rebenta stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
Rebenta postures up.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Rebenta controlling him for the moment.
Dracul is trying to control the position but Rebenta postures up.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Rebenta controlling him for the moment.
Dracul looking to control.
Rebenta wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving. #T10#
Dracul controls Rebenta momentarily but Rebenta frees himself.
Rebenta sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rebenta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rebenta engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T11#
Dracul is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dracul is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
Dracul working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Rebenta doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Rebenta manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dracul has his hands on Rebenta's head, controlling the position.
Rebenta stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.#T12#
Rebenta wants to pass the guard but Dracul is keeping the position.
Rebenta showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Rebenta is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Rebenta is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dracul manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rebenta manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dracul (4) vs (2) Rebenta#T13#
Rebenta wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Rebenta keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Rebenta keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass. #T14#
Rebenta is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dracul (4) vs (4) Rebenta
Dracul wants to get back to full guard.
Dracul is trying to control but can't.
Dracul tries to roll over but Rebenta keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rebenta keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Dracul gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Dracul takes the fight on points by 5 to 4.
Radu Dracul seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TWG 38 (205lbs, D1): London Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 04, 2022

178 cm
26 yrs
200 lbs

190 cm
29 yrs
202 lbs

Riley

Dracul

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Billy Riley! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Steven Brown and Phil Schofield.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dracul fails with the takedown.
Dracul tries to score a power double leg takedown but Riley sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dracul somewhat.
Riley tries to counter with a takedown but Dracul is quick to defend against it.
Dracul fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Billy Riley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Radu Dracul.
Riley displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Dracul.
Dracul fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Riley avoids it really well and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul shoots in but Riley avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Riley sprawls well. Riley wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dracul gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Riley leaves Dracul with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Dracul gets a double leg takedown into Riley's guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Riley (0) vs (2) Dracul
Dracul trying to control but Riley is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dracul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Riley is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Dracul advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (0) vs (5) Dracul
Riley tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dracul wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Riley is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Riley manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Riley (2) vs (5) Dracul
Dracul tries to get to full guard but Riley has control of the leg.
Dracul wants to control but Riley is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Riley wants to control but Dracul is keeping him busy.
Riley tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dracul knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Riley is keen to just control but Dracul is a slippery customer.
Riley wants to pass to mount but Dracul is defending the position.
Dracul has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Riley is thwarting Dracul's attempts to control the position.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dracul is holding on to half guard well.#T4#
Riley wants to pass the guard but Dracul is defending well. #SUB#
Riley seems to be looking for submissions.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Riley is trying to work for a kimura but Dracul is defending well.
Dracul is looking to improve his position. #T5#
Dracul wants to control but Riley is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dracul wants to get back to full guard.
Dracul is refusing to be controlled, as Riley sits in half guard.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well.
Riley is trying to control the action in half guard but Dracul is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Riley is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (5) vs (5) Dracul
Dracul tries to reverse the position but Riley maintains control.
Riley can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dracul is looking to escape.
Riley wants to take Dracul's back here but Dracul is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T6#
Dracul 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.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well.
Riley is just content to waste time from the top position. Dracul takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Riley works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dracul wants to improve his position but Riley is controlling well. #SUB#
Riley is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dracul is trying to control but can't. #T7#
Riley wants to free his trapped foot but Dracul is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Riley is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dracul defends it well.
Dracul has his hands clasped together around Riley's back. He's all about the action.
Riley is pressing down on Dracul's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dracul is holding on for now. #SUB#
Riley is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T8#
Riley is pressing down on Dracul's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dracul is holding on for now. #SUB#
Riley wants to work for an arm triangle but Dracul is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Dracul is defending against the submission attempts here by Riley.
Dracul makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dracul.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet. #T9##SUB#
Riley drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dracul dives on top into guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Riley (5) vs (7) Dracul
Riley wants to control the position but Dracul says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #SUB#
Riley looking for submissions off his back.
Dracul perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Riley looking for submissions off his back.
Dracul is controlling the pace. #T10#
Riley is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Riley might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Riley is in trouble now - Dracul has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Riley (5) vs (10) Dracul
Dracul manages to capitalize on a mistake by Riley to take his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Riley (5) vs (13) Dracul
Riley rolls, trying to escape but Dracul keeps control of the position. #T11#
Riley is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Dracul patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
A bit of a pause in the action here. Dracul controlling the positon.
Riley is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Dracul really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Riley.
Dracul tries to keep control of the position but Riley is staying busy.#T12#
Dracul gets his hands free as Riley looks to control. #SUB2#
Dracul has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Riley wants to escape the position. #SUB2#
Riley defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Riley is really stuck here.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T13#
Riley can't escape the position.
Riley is keeping busy. #SUB2#
Dracul working for a choke but Riley is defending well. #T14#
Riley rolls, trying to escape but Dracul keeps control of the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul avoiding Riley 's attempts to control his hands.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Dracul is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Riley knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Riley for a finish.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dracul wins on points by 13 to 5.
A relieved looking Radu Dracul 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 190
Date: Oct 05, 2022

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Cobb tries to land a body kick#TD#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Cobb has Dracul pulled in close to control his posture.
Cobb trying to control the position.
Dracul trying to control but Cobb is working from the bottom.
Cobb controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
We've been hearing that Dracul has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Dracul trying to control but Cobb is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dracul trying to control but Cobb is working from the bottom.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Cobb looking to control.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Cobb is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cobb pulls Dracul in close to his closed guard and prevents Dracul from doing any damage or advancing position.
Cobb is trying to keep Dracul in close. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A slow jab from Cobb misses its intended target.
Cobb throws a body kick that misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2#
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cobb utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dracul's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Cobb utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Cobb utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul works over Cobb with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dracul passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Dracul lands a decent elbow from side control. #T3#
Cobb avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dracul.
Dracul working the head with strikes.
Dracul fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cobb keeps working.
Dracul advances to mount. #SUB#
Dracul looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Cobb tries to lock up and control but Dracul gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Cobb really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dracul controlling the position easily from mount. #T4#
Cobb holds on to Dracul as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Dracul trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dracul landing strikes from the mount.
Dracul punching from mount but Cobb doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Dracul prevents Cobb from getting the reversal.
Dracul working the ground and pound effectively.
Dracul working the ground and pound effectively.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cobb wants to hold on but Dracul pushes him away.
Dracul can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cobb is looking to escape.
Dracul 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Cobb is looking to chop away at Dracul's legs.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Cobb is quick to defend against it.
Cobb throws a body shot but no joy.
Cobb fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Cobb has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Cobb misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dracul is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cobb can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul trying to control the action but Cobb is working from the bottom.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dracul in particular looking to stall.#T1#
Cobb avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Dracul is looking to advance position but Cobb won't allow it.
Cobb is staying active underneath Dracul, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Well, if Dracul 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.
Cobb trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Dracul trying to control the action but Cobb is working from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Dracul there.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dracul lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul wants to take a breather but Cobb is having none of it. #T2#
Cobb trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dracul in particular looking to stall.
Cobb taking some punishment here, with Dracul in his half guard.
Cobb blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Cobb manages to get to full guard.
Cobb utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Dracul is working Cobb over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Cobb is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cobb has Dracul pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Dracul works over Cobb with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul postures up.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cobb utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Cobb pulls Dracul in close to prevent any damage.
Dracul makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Cobb trying to control the position.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Cobb is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T4#
Cobb utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul is in close to Cobb's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Cobb trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul landing with the ground and pound.
Dracul is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dracul postures up and lands a big shot to Cobb's brow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Cobb blocks nicely.
Cobb looking to control.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Cobb keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Cobb misses with a body shot.
Dracul slips a jab from Cobb.
Dracul on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Cobb throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Dracul grinds an elbow into Cobb's temple.
Dracul is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Dracul working the ground and pound but Cobb is defending the strikes.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Cobb avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dracul.
Cobb defending against the ground and pound.
Dracul in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Cobb is trying to improve his position.
The strikes coming from Dracul are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Dracul throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Cobb can't do much from the bottom here.
Cobb dodges the ground and pound from Dracul.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Cobb is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Cobb is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Wallace Cobb has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Cobb tries to improve position but can't.
Dracul scores with a couple of short elbows.
A lull in the action here.
Cobb holding on.
Dracul avoids the strikes from the bottom by Cobb.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Dracul lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Cobb down. #T3#
Cobb can't do much from the bottom here.
A lull in the action here as Dracul stalls from top position.
Dracul grinds an elbow into Cobb's temple.
Dracul is putting a hurting on Cobb here, landing some big shots from side control.
Dracul working the ground and pound but Cobb is defending the strikes.
Dracul connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Cobb some visible discomfort.
Cobb is trying to control Dracul's posture but Dracul avoids it.
Cobb takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dracul grinds an elbow into Cobb's temple.
Dracul tries to score with some ground and pound. Cobb controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Cobb tries to improve position but can't.
Dracul working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Dracul trying to control the action but Cobb is working from the bottom. #T4#
Dracul working the ground and pound.
Dracul cracks Cobb with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Cobb gets back to half guard.
Cobb trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Dracul passes the guard and advances to mount!
Dracul is landing with some decent strikes but Cobb is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dracul scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Cobb?
Dracul has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Cobb's face.
Radu Dracul is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#ROC#Cobb is rocked!
Dracul controlling from mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Radu Dracul showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dracul, 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 Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!
A very excited looking Radu Dracul made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

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

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
A head kick misses from Jones.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Jones misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Jones wants to control but Dracul is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Dracul lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Jones wants to hold on but Dracul pushes him away.
Jones is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Dracul with good strikes from the mount here!
Dracul tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dracul scores with a couple of good head shots there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dracul trying to control but Jones is having none of it. #T1#
Dracul raining down shots from the mount!
Dracul throwing strikes but Jones bucks up and reverses the position. He's now in guard on top.
Dracul has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Jones has passed into side control.
Dracul tries to bench press Jones off him but Jones keeps the position.
Dracul throws a couple of strikes even though he's not really in a good position to do so.
Dracul is looking to regain half guard here but Jones keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Dracul tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
Jones taking a breather here. #SU2#
Jones decides to stand back up. #T3#
Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jones misses with a hook. Dracul ducked under it nicely.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A solid body kick from Jones.
Dracul avoids a kick to the body.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Jones avoids it well and moves away.
Jones looks to land a body kick but Dracul moved away.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Jones tries to land a front kick but Dracul steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Dracul.
Dracul drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Jones throws a hook to the side of Dracul's head but Dracul sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dracul moves out of range of the body kick.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Jones throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Dracul's head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jeremy Jones will probably get the nod.
That's time! Dracul's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Jones cracks Dracul with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jones drops Dracul with a big left hand! Dracul is injured, injured bad! Jones jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jeremy Jones!
Jeremy Jones is the new light heavyweight champion!
Jeremy Jones was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 173
Date: Aug 20, 2022

#R1#
Beach misses with a jab, cross combination.
Beach lands a lovely overhand right.#CL2#
Beach gets a clinch.
Beach tries to throw a body punch but Dracul avoids it by throwing Beach back against the cage.
Dracul has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Beach after a bit of a struggle.
Dracul is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Beach pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've been informed that Beach 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.#TD#
Dracul has Beach pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Dracul pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Beach tumbling to the mat - Dracul dives into Beach's guard.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Beach not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul being controlled here momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Beach is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Dracul throws an elbow that misses. Beach uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Dracul's guard. Nice move by Beach!#REVB##T1#
Beach wants to stand but Dracul is controlling his posture from full guard.
Beach tries to free his leg and advance position but Dracul is retaining full guard.
Beach wants to get up but he can't break Dracul's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Dracul is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Dracul is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Beach is just riding it out for now. Dracul eventually gives up the hold.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2##SUB#
Dracul seems to be working for a kimura but Beach defends the submission attempt.
Beach blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul. #SUB#
Dracul is working for a submission of some sort.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Beach is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Beach blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Beach desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Dracul lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T3#
Beach blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul winds up and cracks Beach with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Dracul is looking to advance position but Beach won't allow it.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Beach keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Dracul 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.
Dracul passes to full mount! #T4#
Beach sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Dracul is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Beach has managed to free his arm - good work.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Beach defending well though.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dracul controlling the action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul throwing shots but Beach is blocking nicely.
Beach keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Beach wants to clinch up but Dracul keeps it at a distance.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Beach tries to clinch but Dracul is having none of it.
A right-left combo lands from Beach. #CL2#
Beach rushes Dracul and presses him up against the cage.
Dracul is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Dracul has Beach pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Dracul pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Beach tumbling to the mat - Dracul dives into Beach's guard.
Beach can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dracul controls the pace.#ES2#
Beach manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD#
Dracul has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Beach regains guard immediately.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dracul won't allow Beach to get back to his feet.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Dracul keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Beach's head.
Dracul postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dracul controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Beach utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Beach wants to sweep but no luck.
Beach has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dracul advances to half guard.
Dracul is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Dracul scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Beach on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dracul missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Dracul is trying to control. Beach wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dracul is really struggling to control Beach but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Beach is looking to control Dracul's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Beach avoid being mounted?
Beach blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul. #T3#
Dracul scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Beach looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nice strikes from Dracul there.
Dracul controlling the action here.
Beach blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Dracul seems to be looking for submissions.
Dracul is trying to control. Beach wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dracul is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Beach is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Dracul with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Beach is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard. #T4#
Beach is in trouble now - Dracul has advanced to mount!
Dracul can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Beach is looking to escape.
Dracul is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Beach can do to turn this around?
Beach is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Dracul throwing strikes here but Beach is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Beach in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R3##CL2#
Beach closes the distance and clinches.
Dracul has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Beach avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Beach effectively controlling the action here.
Beach lands a shot to the body.
Dracul has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Beach avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Dracul is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Beach is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Beach goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dracul has been working on his balance at ZuccoTraining Ground, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Beach.
Dracul changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Beach fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Beach scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beach with a nice cross.
Beach lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dracul circles away quickly and effectively.#T1##CL2#
Beach moves into the clinch successfully.
Dracul is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Beach pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Dracul tries for a takedown but Beach manages to get underhooks.
Dracul is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Beach is defending well.
Dracul is working for takedown but Beach is calmly controlling the position for now.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Dracul blocks an elbow strike.
Beach is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Beach lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Beach pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Beach lands a nice looking body shot.
Dracul circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Beach is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Beach defending well though.
Dracul is trying to control. Beach wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Dracul is looking to stall here but Beach recovers full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dracul is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Beach is retaining full guard.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Beach works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Beach preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul trying to control but Beach is working from the bottom. #T3#
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Beach wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Beach's head.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Beach is trying to keep Dracul in close.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dracul forces his way into half guard.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Beach is looking to improve his position.
Dracul trying to control the action but Beach is working from the bottom. #T4#
Dracul trying to control from Beach's half guard. Beach has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Beach keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Beach is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beach preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Beach looking for a sweep. Not yet Beach, not yet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Dracul throws a strike but Beach rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Dracul trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sammy Beach really dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4#
Beach tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracul was well out of range. Poor timing from Beach.
Beach misses with a body shot #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control.
Dracul throws a strike aimed at the side of Beach's head but Beach avoids it well.
Dracul controlling the position from side mount.
Dracul trying to control the action but Beach is working from the bottom.
Dracul creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Beach sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Beach is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul controlling the position. #T1#
Dracul works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Dracul working the strikes but Beach uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Beach keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Dracul working Beach over with strikes.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dracul connects with a nice short shot to Beach's temple.
Beach avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dracul working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T2#
Beach wants to get back to his feet.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Beach is defending well.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Beach is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul stalling.
Dracul missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Beach is not content to let Dracul control the position.#T3#
Beach keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dracul seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Beach tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Beach's head.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Beach is defending well.
Dracul trying to control from half guard but Beach is working away.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dracul lands with a punch from half guard.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Beach's head. #T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Beach is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Beach tries to get to full guard but Dracul has control of the leg.
Beach is trying to stand. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Beach misses with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Beach!
Beach parries the strikes from Dracul easily there. Dracul is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Beach to escape.
Dracul connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Beach some visible discomfort.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul had his way with Sammy Beach in 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. This is the final round!#R5#
Beach is looking to clinch but Dracul is avoiding it.
Beach misses with an uppercut #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Beach keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dracul is trying to control. Beach wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Beach avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Dracul throwing shots but Beach is blocking nicely.
Dracul is keen to just control but Beach is a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Beach avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul. #T1##SUB#
Dracul is trying to work for a kimura but Beach is defending well.
Beach wants to improve his position but Dracul is controlling well.
Dracul uses his free foot to push down on Beach's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Beach.
Dracul throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Dracul working some short elbows here. He postures up to throw some more ground and pound but Beach slips a leg through to get back to half guard. Nice work.
Dracul looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Beach with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Sammy Beach has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dracul looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dracul tries to pass to full mount but Beach defends it.
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
Dracul stops Beach from getting back to his feet.
Nice strikes from Dracul there.
Dracul working the head and body with strikes.
Beach avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Dracul working over Beach with some ground and pound. Beach looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Dracul seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Beach does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Beach is defending well. #T3#
Dracul looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Beach blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Dracul tries to pass to full mount but Beach defends it. #SUB#
Dracul 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.
Dracul controlling the action here. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Beach avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Dracul scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Beach wants to control but Dracul is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dracul working over Beach with some ground and pound. Beach looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Beach avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dracul lands a couple of good shots and Beach has given up his back, trying to escape the position!#ROC#Beach is rocked!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Our winner, Radu Dracul, 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 164
Date: Jul 27, 2022

#R1#
Bolt misses with a low kick as Dracul jumps back.
Bolt thows a leg kick but Dracul checks it #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown. Bolt fights it but they end up in guard.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bolt preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Bolt keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Bolt blocks nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Bolt preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul trying to control but Bolt is working from the bottom.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Bolt keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Bolt preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul landing some decent shots from guard.
Dracul trying to control but Bolt is working from the bottom.
Bolt working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2#
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul postures up in Bolt's guard and throws a big left but Bolt blocks it.
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Bolt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Bolt stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
Dracul pulls Bolt in close to prevent any damage.
Dracul can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Bolt controls the pace.#SUB#
Dracul is looking for a triangle but Bolt pushes his legs off easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dracul is on top in guard. #REVR##T3#
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Bolt has wrist control.
Bolt utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Dracul content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dracul trying to control but Bolt is working from the bottom.
Bolt is pulling down on Dracul's head. It's preventing any offense from Dracul, at least for the moment.
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Bolt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Bolt is proving a slippery customer. #T4#
Dracul wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bolt trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Dracul has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Bolt doesn't defend quickly enough and Dracul has managed to lock this one up! Can Bolt escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Dracul on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Our winner, Radu Dracul, 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 158
Date: Jul 01, 2022

#R1#
Izanagi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Izanagi looks to throw a body kick#TD#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Izanagi wants to sweep but no luck.
Izanagi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Izanagi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Izanagi really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dracul. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul is pushing down on Izanagi's leg trying to pass to half guard. Izanagi is fighting to maintain full guard but Dracul has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Izanagi keeps working. #T1#
Dracul looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dracul trying to control the action but Izanagi is working from the bottom.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Izanagi is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Izanagi's head.
Dracul has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dracul throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Dracul content just to control the position here.
Dracul misses with some ground and pound and Izanagi recovers position to half guard. #T2#
Dracul tries to pass to full mount but Izanagi defends it.
Dracul is nestled in close to Izanagi, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dracul misses with a head shot. Izanagi uses the momentum to regain guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Izanagi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Izanagi is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Izanagi keeps moving.
Izanagi seems keen to control Dracul's posture.#T3#
Izanagi is trying to control the position but Dracul postures up.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Izanagi's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Izanagi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Izanagi is trying to keep Dracul in close.
Dracul trying to control but Izanagi is working from the bottom.
Dracul's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Izanagi moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Dracul 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.
Good shot there by Izanagi.
Izanagi throws a shot from downtown. Dracul moves away and avoids it.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Izanagi doesn't manage to clinch there - Dracul circles away.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Izanagi is quick to defend against it.
Izanagi thows a leg kick but Dracul checks it #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Izanagi is staying active underneath Dracul, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dracul throwing shots but Izanagi is blocking nicely.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul 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#
Izanagi with a nice calf kick.
Dracul is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Izanagi can do to turn this around?
Izanagi lands with a nice body kick.
Izanagi scores with a push kick.
A low kick from Izanagi is predictable there #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Izanagi! #SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dracul looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Izanagi is avoiding damage well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Izanagi avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dracul.
Izanagi is looking for a sweep.
Izanagi takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well. #T1#
Izanagi takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Izanagi is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Dracul postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Dracul creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Izanagi sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dracul works to advance to full mount. Izanagi defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Dracul trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dracul scoring with strikes but Izanagi is staying in there.
Dracul throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Dracul content just to control the position here.
Dracul throws some wild stikes that Izanagi manages to avoid easily.
Dracul looking to finish with strikes here!
Izanagi is looking to improve his position but Dracul isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Izanagi wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Dracul.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dracul looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul looking to control but Izanagi is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Izanagi wants to control but Dracul is having none of it.
Dracul throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Izanagi because Dracul loaded up on that one.
Dracul landing strikes from the mount and Izanagi is in trouble!
Dracul tries to control but Izanagi wriggling away.
Dracul is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Dracul working Izanagi over with strikes here. #T3#
Dracul landing strikes from the mount.
Dracul landing punches. #ROC#Izanagi is rocked!
Dracul sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Izanagi is still in real trouble! Can Dracul finish him?
Dracul loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Izanagi scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Dracul land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Dracul stands and salutes the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Radu Dracul 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 151
Date: Jun 05, 2022

#R1#
Dracul keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tribute.
Tribute throws a jab when Dracul was well out of range.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Tank Tribute seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tribute throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom.
Tribute avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Dracul stands up over Tribute, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tribute thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tribute keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Dracul postures up and lands a big shot to Tribute's brow.
Dracul landing some decent shots from guard. #T1#
Tribute seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Tribute is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tribute has control of Dracul's left arm, preventing Dracul from doing any damage.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tribute working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom.
Dracul makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Tribute has wrist control.#SUB#
Dracul is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T2#
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tribute is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Tribute is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tribute's guard.
Tribute wants to improve his position but Dracul is controlling well.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tribute is staying active underneath Dracul, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tribute blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Tribute keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dracul trying to mount his opponent but Tribute defends it.
Dracul is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
Dracul winds up and cracks Tribute with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Tribute is controlling Dracul's trapped leg to prevent Dracul from advancing to side control.
Dracul landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Dracul controlling the pace.
Dracul throws a strike but Tribute avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tribute avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tribute is pulling down on Dracul's head. It's preventing any offense from Dracul, at least for the moment.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom.
Dracul is in close to Tribute's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T4#
Tribute controlling the position.
Tribute 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.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tribute keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tribute is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dracul slips nicely into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tribute avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul.
Tribute regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dracul slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#SUB#
Dracul tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Dracul has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tribute connects with a crisp jab.
Tribute throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Tribute is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dracul's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dracul's back!
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tribute connects with a big shot to the side of Dracul's head.
Dracul breaks Tribute's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tribute working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Dracul postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Tribute keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully. #T1#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tribute works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tribute wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Tribute's head.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Tribute is trying to control the position but Dracul postures up.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Tribute is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul with a nice head shot there.
Dracul controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dracul scoring with punches to the head and body.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Tribute is keeping the position.
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Dracul postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Tribute has wrist control.#T3#
Dracul won't allow Tribute to sweep him here.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tribute swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tribute keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul stays in close to Tribute's body and controls the position.
Tribute keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Tribute is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dracul controls from within his opponent's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tribute is looking to stand up but Dracul isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tribute cracks Dracul with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Dracul is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tribute can do to turn this around?
Tribute lands a nice looking body shot.
Tribute throws a head kick that misses.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A big right from Tribute misses.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tribute tries a head kick but it misses.
Tribute throws a jab when Dracul was well out of range.
Dracul tries to counter with a takedown but Tribute is quick to defend against it.
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 Radu Dracul will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
A head kick by Tribute misses #TD#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tribute manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dracul manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Tribute must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dracul is trying to keep Tribute in close.
Dracul tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul wants to improve his position but instead Tribute has moved into half guard.
Tribute is nestled in close to Dracul, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1#
Dracul makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Dracul.
Dracul looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tribute is one step ahead there.
Dracul is trying to control the position but Tribute postures up.
Tribute cracks Dracul with a solid left hand.
Tribute preventing the sweep.
Tribute scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Tribute trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tribute makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Dracul looking to control but Tribute passes into half guard.
Tribute not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
Tribute takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Dracul gets full guard.
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Tribute is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Dracul looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tribute stands up over Dracul, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Dracul controlling Tribute's posture.
Tribute trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tribute makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T3#
Tribute wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Dracul is controlling Tribute's posture.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Dracul looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tribute is one step ahead there.
Tribute trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tribute wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tribute thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Tribute misses the jab.#T4#
Tribute misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dracul.
Tribute misses with a lunging right hand #TD#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Tribute is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul throws a strike but Tribute rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Dracul not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tribute with a nice head shot there.#SUB#
Dracul looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tribute wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Tank Tribute really 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.#R4#
Tribute just misses with a punch to the body.
Tribute throws a head kick that Dracul semi-blocks.
Tribute misses with a hook #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Tribute is trying to keep Dracul in close.
Dracul is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Dracul stopping the sweep attempt from Tribute.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Tribute looking for a sweep. Not yet Tribute, not yet.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom.
Dracul postures up and lands a big shot to Tribute's brow. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tribute is keeping the position for now.
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dracul with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dracul postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom.
Dracul loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tribute keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully. #T2#
Dracul content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Tribute wants to stand up but Dracul is controlling him.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tribute works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tribute wants to sweep but no luck.
Dracul keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tribute's head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB#
Dracul thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Dracul postures up. #T3#
Dracul controls from within his opponent's guard.
Tribute not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tribute works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Tribute trying to control the position.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dracul trying to control but Tribute is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tribute misses with the combination.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dracul slips a jab from Tribute.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tribute sprawls and moves away.
Tribute displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Tribute looks to throw the jab but Dracul is out of range.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tribute throws a body shot but no joy.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tribute sprawls and moves away.
Tribute misses with the combination.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tribute looks to score with a jab to the body but Dracul is just out of range.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tribute sprawls and moves away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul had his way with Tank Tribute in that round.
That's time! Dracul's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Tribute throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dracul sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tribute throws a jab but it's blocked by Dracul.
Tribute throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Dracul counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Dracul.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tribute works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul cracks Tribute with a solid left hand.
Tribute bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dracul's guard. #REVB#
Tribute is working Dracul over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tribute trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Tribute controlling him for the moment. #T1#
Dracul wants to improve his position but instead Tribute has moved into half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tribute lands a nice short elbow.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dracul works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tribute with a nice head shot there.
Dracul 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.
Dracul working a defensive guard but Tribute manages to pass into side control anyway.
Dracul manages to work his way to half guard, despite Tribute's best efforts.
Tank Tribute has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dracul is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tribute's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tribute's back!
You can see the frustration on Tribute's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB#
Dracul tightening his grip on Tribute, looking for the choke.
Dracul scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots.
Dracul just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Tribute rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Tribute avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Dracul. #SUB#
Dracul is working for a kimura but Tribute is defending it quite comfortably.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tribute blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul. #T3#
Ground and pound from Dracul.
Dracul throwing shots but Tribute is blocking nicely.
Tribute trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tribute's head.
Tribute wants to control but Dracul is keeping busy.
Tribute tries to get to full guard but Dracul has control of the leg.
Dracul trying to mount his opponent but Tribute defends it.
Tribute trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Dracul sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Dracul is pressing down on Tribute's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tribute is holding on for now.
Dracul throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Dracul is keen to just control but Tribute is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Dracul is looking for a kimura here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul throwing shots but Tribute is blocking nicely.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Radu Dracul 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 144
Date: May 11, 2022

#R1#
Bolt uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dracul has time to react.
We've been hearing reports that Dracul has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Bolt misses with a hook. Dracul ducked under it nicely.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Bolt works Dracul's body with a nice hook.
Bolt throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bolt!
Bolt stops Dracul from passing to mount.
Dracul in side control, throwing shots but Bolt defends.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul wants to control but Bolt is keeping him busy.
Dracul cracks Bolt with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T1#
Bolt dodges the ground and pound from Dracul.
Dracul in side control, throwing shots but Bolt defends.
Dracul misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
You can see the frustration on Bolt's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dracul fails to land a wild elbow strike.
The ground and pound from Dracul seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Dracul sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Bolt is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Bolt defending against the ground and pound.
Bolt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dracul controls the position from side control.
Dracul throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T2#
Bolt managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dracul.
Dracul trying to control the position but Bolt is working away.
Bolt can't do much from the bottom here.
Bolt is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Bolt dodges the ground and pound from Dracul.
Dracul in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Dracul tries to score with some ground and pound. Bolt controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage. #SUB#
Dracul is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bolt has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Dracul in side control, throwing shots but Bolt defends.
Dracul advances to full mount.
Bolt tries to hold on but Dracul postures up.
Bolt tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dracul controlling from mount.
Bolt has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Dracul's lack of action.
Bolt gets back to full guard.
Bolt can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dracul controls the pace.#T4#
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Bolt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Bolt is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dracul is trying to control the position but Bolt postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bolt trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bolt comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bolt misses with a hook to the body #TD#
so Dracul counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Bolt keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul cracks Bolt with a solid left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Bolt avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bolt keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully. #T1#
Dracul scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Bolt keeps moving.
Bolt utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Bolt blocks nicely.
Bolt keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul preventing the sweep.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Bolt blocks nicely. #T2#
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bolt scores with a jab to the jaw.
Ryan Bolt seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bolt tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dracul was well out of range. Poor timing from Bolt.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Bolt throws a leg kick #TD#
and Dracul decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bolt's guard.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Bolt keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss. #T3#
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Bolt keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bolt utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bolt keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Bolt keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Bolt manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Dracul looking to control. #T4##SUB#
Dracul has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bolt can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Dracul is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bolt preventing the sweep.
Bolt trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Bolt has passed into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bolt's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Bolt throws a leg kick but Dracul moved away.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bolt sprawls and moves away.
Bolt will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bolt misses with a looping left.
Bolt connects with an inside leg kick.
Bolt 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.
Bolt walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Dracul checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bolt swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Bolt misses with a low kick.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bolt sprawls and moves away.
Bolt misses with a straight left.
Bolt jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bolt wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bolt is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Dracul rather than just go for the knockout.
Bolt looks to land a right hand but Dracul moved out of range.
Dracul bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dracul is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bolt can do to turn this around?
Bolt throws a right hand that Dracul ducks under and follows up with a left that Dracul also avoids with ease.
Dracul attempts a counter takedown but Bolt avoids it well and moves away.
A telegraphed right hand from Bolt misses the target.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
Bolt misses with a body shot.
Bolt throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Dracul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bolt.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bolt throws a shot from downtown. Dracul moves away and avoids it.
Nice shot by Bolt.
Bolt throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bolt connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dracul momentarily. #T3#
Dracul slips a jab from Bolt.
Bolt lands a jab to the nose.
Bolt misses with a body shot.
Dracul drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bolt sprawls and moves away.
Dracul bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bolt throws a right and a left that Dracul avoids nicely.
Dracul feinted with a counter takedown.
Bolt takes a swing at Dracul's ribcage but misses.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bolt scores with a jab to the body.
Bolt thows a leg kick but Dracul checks it #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown. Bolt fights it but they end up in guard. #T4#
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Dracul pushes down on Bolt's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dracul drops an elbow to the side of Bolt's head.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bolt defending well though.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Bolt dodges it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bolt is looking for a sweep. Dracul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bolt keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bolt is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Ground and pound from Dracul.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Bolt really dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4##TD2#
Bolt shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Bolt preventing the sweep.
Bolt trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul wants to hit a sweep here but Bolt passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dracul there!
Dracul is looking to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolt tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dracul really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T1#
Dracul is squirming around, avoiding Bolt's attempts to control the action.
Dracul is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Dracul is working hard here to advance position.
Dracul regains half guard.
Dracul is looking to improve his position. #T2#
Bolt trying to control the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dracul manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dracul is on top in guard. #REVR#
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Dracul postures up in Bolt's guard and throws a big left but Bolt blocks it.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Bolt has wrist control.
Dracul looking to sit in guard and control but Bolt gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Bolt is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Bolt has wrist control.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bolt works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T4#
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Bolt utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bolt tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Dracul accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bolt keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Dracul content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Radu Dracul will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R5#
Bolt lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bolt ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dracul moves away.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bolt loads up on a big right hand but Dracul slips the punch.
Bolt throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Radu Dracul is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Some wild striking there from Bolt.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bolt thows a leg kick but Dracul checks it #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bolt keeps working. #T1#
Bolt on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dracul with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dracul missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dracul throwing shots but Bolt is blocking nicely.
Dracul trying to control the pace.
Bolt is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard.
Dracul wants to free his trapped foot but Bolt is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Dracul is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Bolt is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard.
Bolt is holding on to half guard well.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Bolt scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
A slow jab from Bolt misses its intended target. #TD2#
Bolt looking to score a takedown here. Dracul is defending well but Bolt drives through and ends up in Dracul's guard.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Dracul wants to improve his position but instead Bolt has moved into half guard.
Dracul has his hands clasped together around Bolt's back. He's all about the action.
Bolt with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ryan Bolt has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Dracul wants to control but Bolt is keeping busy.
Dracul works his way to full guard. Good work.
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck.
Bolt tries to free his leg and advance position but Dracul is retaining full guard.
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul wants to hit a sweep here but Bolt passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dracul there!
Dracul is desperately trying to improve his position but Bolt has a good base and remains in mount.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 48:47
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 48:47
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul retains his light heavyweight title!
Radu Dracul decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 136
Date: Apr 13, 2022

#R1#
Izanagi throws a hook to the side of Dracul's head but Dracul sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Izanagi avoids it easily.
Dracul's coach down at ZuccoTraining Ground was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Dracul's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Izanagi throws a body shot but no joy.
Izanagi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Dracul walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Izanagi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Izanagi tries to score with a low kick but Dracul moves his leg out of the way.
Dracul feints the counter takedown.
Izanagi throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dracul working over Izanagi with some ground and pound. Izanagi looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1##SUB2#
Dracul maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Izanagi could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Dracul has cracked it and Izanagi is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Dracul!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Radu Dracul!
Radu Dracul is the new light heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Radu Dracul 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 130
Date: Mar 23, 2022

#R1#
Camara buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Camara looks to score with a jab to the body but Dracul is just out of range.
Camara waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dracul.
Camara swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Dracul counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Camara blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Camara is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul throwing shots but Camara is blocking nicely.
Dracul is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dracul is trying to control the action in half guard but Camara is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Camara's head.
Dracul is pressing down on Camara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Camara is holding on for now.
Camara moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dracul postures up in Camara's guard and throws a big left but Camara blocks it. #T1#
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul just content to control the position.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Camara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul working the body and head with strikes.
Dracul looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Camara is avoiding damage well.
Dracul looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Camara is avoiding damage well.
Dracul throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Camara is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Dracul landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #CUT#It looks like Ibrahim Camara has been cut.
Dracul scoring with punches from side control.
Dracul trying to control the action but Camara is working from the bottom. #T2#
Dracul in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Camara is trying to escape the position but Dracul is controlling the position.
Sloppy strikes there by Dracul.
Dracul lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Dracul scores with punches from side control.
The strikes coming from Dracul are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dracul creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Camara sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Dracul misses with the ground and pound.
Camara on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Camara is looking to regain half guard here but Dracul keeps moving and retains side control.
The strikes coming from Dracul are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul controlling the position from side mount.
Dracul working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #T3#
Camara is looking for a sweep.
Dracul connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Camara some visible discomfort. #SUB#
Dracul wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Camara, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camara tries to bench press Dracul off him but Dracul keeps the position.
Dracul working the head with strikes.
Dracul trying to control the position but Camara is working away.
Dracul working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Dracul works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Dracul is chipping away with strikes. #SUB#
Dracul tries for a kimura but Camara is defending well.
Dracul grinds an elbow into Camara's temple. #T4#
Dracul scores with a couple of short elbows.#CUT#That has opened up Ibrahim Camara's cut even more.
Camara is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Dracul working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #ROC#Camara is rocked!#CUT#The cut above Ibrahim Camara's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Radu Dracul!
A relieved looking Radu Dracul thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Ibrahim Camara spoke after the fight, saying 'Fuck you, I never lied ! '.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 122
Date: Feb 23, 2022

#R1#
Bard works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A punch lands to the side of Dracul 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bard throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Dracul on the side of the head.
The crowd cheers as Bard lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dracul doesn't seem phased though.
Bard misses with a hook #TD#
and Dracul decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bard's guard.
Bard controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
Dracul connects with a couple of short punches.
Bard keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Bard keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul postures up in Bard's guard and throws a big left but Bard blocks it.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bard's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Bard looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dracul trying to control but Bard is working from the bottom.
Dracul preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bard's head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul 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.
Dracul lands a couple of digs.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Dracul preventing the sweep.
Bard tries to strike from the bottom.
Bard looking for a sweep. Not yet Bard, not yet.
Dracul content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Bard tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bard keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Bard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bard trying to strike off his back.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Bard keeps moving.
Dracul slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2#
Bard tries to bench press Dracul off him but Dracul keeps the position.
Dracul lands a few punches from side control.
Bard sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Dracul working the head and body with strikes.
Bard wants to improve his position but Dracul is controlling well.
Bard on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dracul lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Dracul controlling the action here.
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Still in half guard, Dracul seems content to control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Bard is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bard is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dracul slips a nice elbow through Bard's hands, connecting with Bard's forehead.#T3#
Dracul lands strikes from half guard.
Bard is trying to control but can't.
Dracul is nestled in close to Bard, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Bard moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.
Dracul advances position into side control!
Dracul lands a nice forearm strike.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Bard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bard is trying to improve his position.
Bard sneaks back into half guard.
Dracul lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Ground and pound from Dracul. #T4#
Dracul lands strikes from half guard.#ROC#Bard is rocked!
Dracul lands a big elbow - Bard is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Dracul!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!
During a confident post fight interview, Radu Dracul thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 114
Date: Jan 30, 2022

#R1#
The fighters circle momentarily. Sidebar darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've been hearing reports that Dracul has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sidebar tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Dracul preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Sidebar working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dracul doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dracul manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Sidebar is retaining full guard.
Sidebar is trying to control the position but Dracul postures up.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Sidebar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Sidebar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Sidebar looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T1##SUB2#
Sidebar working for a triangle but Dracul defends it easily.
Dracul works over Sidebar with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dracul's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Dracul postures up in Sidebar's guard and throws a big left but Sidebar blocks it.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2#
Sidebar working for a triangle but Dracul defends it easily.
Sidebar is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T2#
Dracul manages to get to full guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sidebar won't allow Dracul to sweep him here.
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Sidebar is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dracul is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dracul working some strikes from top position.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Sidebar keeps moving.
Dracul is really struggling to control Sidebar but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sidebar's head.#SUB2#
Sidebar looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Dracul postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sidebar works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Sidebar wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dracul's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Dracul cracks Sidebar with a solid left hand.
Sidebar keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sidebar's head.#T4#
Sidebar wants to sweep but no luck.
Sidebar is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Dracul is controlling him.
Sidebar keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul stands and throws Sidebar's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sidebar takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Sidebar is trying to control Dracul's posture but Dracul avoids it.
Dracul 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 Sidebar's shoulder. That is not cool.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
You can see the frustration on Sidebar's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Dracul blocks a head kick by Sidebar.
Dracul half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sidebar scores with a hook.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Sidebar.
Dracul is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Sidebar is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dracul holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Sidebar tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Dracul wants to hold on but Sidebar pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul is desperately trying to improve his position but Sidebar has a good base and remains in mount.
Dracul slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sidebar is trying to work for a kimura but Dracul is defending well.
Dracul missing with punches from the bottom. #T1#
Dracul wants to get back to full guard.
Sidebar lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Sidebar is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dracul defends it well.
Dracul gets back to full guard.
Dracul trying to strike off his back.
Sidebar throws a big elbow that misses.
Dracul is looking to sweep but instead, Sidebar has passed into half guard.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
Dracul manages to get to full guard. #T2#
Dracul looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Sidebar puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Dracul moves into full guard.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Sidebar controlling him for the moment.
Dracul wants to hit a sweep here but Sidebar passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Dracul there!
Sidebar thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Dracul 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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Dracul manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Dracul controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sidebar is on top in guard. #REVB#
Dracul has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Sidebar has passed into side control.
Dracul wants to control but Sidebar postures up.
Dracul gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Dracul tries to get to full guard but Sidebar has control of the leg.
Sidebar is trying to control the action in half guard but Dracul is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
Sidebar prevents Dracul from improving his position.
Dracul is looking to control Sidebar's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dracul avoid being mounted?
Dracul slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dracul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dracul wants to sweep but no luck.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sidebar throwing strikes but missing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bruce Sidebar 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#
Sidebar throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sidebar throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Dracul working Sidebar over with strikes.
Sidebar is trying to get back to full guard.
Sidebar is trying to control but can't.
Sidebar on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sidebar manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul stands up over Sidebar, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dracul stands up over Sidebar, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sidebar keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Dracul postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Sidebar wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul trying to control but Sidebar is working from the bottom.
Dracul's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sidebar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Sidebar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dracul with a nice head shot there.#T2#
Dracul is working Sidebar over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Dracul got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sidebar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dracul has managed to get both his arms back between Sidebar's legs - danger averted.
Dracul postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Sidebar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sidebar wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Sidebar keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Sidebar keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3#
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Sidebar's head.
Dracul preventing the sweep.
Dracul distracts Sidebar with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Sidebar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dracul postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Dracul pushes down on Sidebar's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dracul trying to control from half guard but Sidebar is working away.
Dracul wants to free his trapped foot but Sidebar is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sidebar has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Dracul working the head and body with strikes.
Sidebar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sidebar trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sidebar keeps working.
Sidebar wants to get back to his feet.
Dracul lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Sidebar on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Sidebar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Dracul 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.
Dracul working the head and body with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dracul lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Radu Dracul showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dracul 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 104
Date: Dec 22, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Warlovski gets caught flat footed, as Dracul shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Warlovski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Warlovski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Warlovski is retaining full guard.
Warlovski wants to stand and escape but Dracul is having none of it.
Warlovski keeping full guard, as Dracul tries to pass.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Warlovski is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Heavy Metal that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Warlovski keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Warlovski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Warlovski keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Warlovski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul landing some decent shots from guard.
Dracul working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Warlovski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dracul missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Warlovski wants to stand but Dracul is controlling the position. #T1#
Dracul in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Warlovski is looking to stand up but Dracul isn't so interested in that idea.
Warlovski preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Warlovski is keeping the position for now.
Dracul postures up in Warlovski's guard and throws a big left but Warlovski blocks it.
Warlovski working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul.
Warlovski wants to stand and escape but Dracul is having none of it.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dracul working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Warlovski wants to stand but Dracul is controlling the position.
Dracul with a nice head shot there.
Dracul postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dracul cracks Warlovski with a solid left hand.
Warlovski wants to get back to his feet but Dracul is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Dracul throws a big elbow that misses.
Warlovski wants to stand but Dracul is controlling the position.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Dracul's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Warlovski is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Dracul is controlling him.
Dracul scoring with punches to the head and body.
Dracul is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dracul looking to pass the guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Warlovski is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Dracul postures up in Warlovski's guard and throws a big left but Warlovski blocks it.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul won't allow Warlovski to get back to his feet. #ES#
Warlovski has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Dracul has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Dracul takes a shot to the head. #T3#
Warlovski prevents the takedown attempt.
Warlovski lands an uppercut.
Dracul has Warlovski pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Warlovski manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Warlovski stops a takedown attempt from Dracul.
Igor Warlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Radu Dracul.
Dracul has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Warlovski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dracul.
Warlovski tries a body shot but Dracul blocks it.
Dracul has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Warlovski after a bit of a struggle.
Dracul has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Warlovski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Warlovski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dracul has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Warlovski avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Dracul goes for a takedown in the clinch but Warlovski prevents it.
Warlovski misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dracul.
Dracul is trying to drag Warlovski to the mat but Warlovski just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Warlovski lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
Dracul drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Warlovski gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dracul drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Warlovski gets the underhooks and prevents it.
A shot in the inside from Warlovski.
Warlovski lands a right hand that snaps the head of Dracul backwards.
Dracul has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Warlovski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Dracul blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Warlovski's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Warlovski closes the distance and clinches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Warlovski scores with a shoulder strike.
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 Igor Warlovski will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Warlovski just misses with a punch to the body.
Warlovski tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Warlovski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Draculs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Dracul defending well as Warlovski loads up on a big left hand.
Dracul tries to score a power double leg takedown but Warlovski sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dracul somewhat.
Warlovski throwing a counter right hand but Dracul manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warlovski scores with a jab to the jaw.#T1#
Warlovski lands a nice hook to Dracul's body. Dracul takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Warlovski connects with an inside leg kick.#KD#
Warlovski drops Dracul with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Dracul looks back up at him and smiles so Warlovski waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown but Warlovski shows good takedown defense.
Warlovski throws a series of punches but Dracul moves out of range. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Warlovski lands with a good body shot.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Dracul is defended easily by Warlovski.
Igor Warlovski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Radu Dracul.
Dracul will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Dracul 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.
Igor Warlovski is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dracul shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #KD#
and Warlovski counters with a nice right hand that sends Dracul toppling to the canvas! Dracul scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Warlovski finish him?!#T3##CL#
Warlovski moves into the clinch.
Warlovski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dracul has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Warlovski after a bit of a struggle.
Warlovski has a couple of punches blocked by Dracul.
Dracul has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Warlovski is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Dracul changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Warlovski fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Warlovski throws a looping overhand right but Dracul ducks down to avoid it.
Warlovski throws a low kick but Dracul moves out of range easily.
Radu Dracul is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Warlovski connects with a looping right hand. #T4#
Dracul shoots in but Warlovski avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Dracul misses with a takedown
and Warlovski counters with a crisp right that sends Dracul to the canvas! Warlovski follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Igor Warlovski!
After winning the bout, Igor Warlovski 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 100
Date: Dec 03, 2021

#R1#
A combination from Bolt does no damage.
Dracul changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bolt looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bolt works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#TD2#
Bolt drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Dracul is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bolt trying to control the position but Dracul is working away.
Dracul tries to buck Bolt off but Bolt is having none of it.
Dracul misses with a strike from the bottom.
Dracul is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at ZuccoTraining Ground, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Dracul is looking for a sweep.
Dracul sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Bolt is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Bolt wants to take a breather but Dracul is having none of it.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T1#
Bolt keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Dracul slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Bolt has wrist control.
Dracul is looking to work some ground and pound but Bolt has wrist control.
Bolt is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Bolt is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dracul is aware though and is defending well.
Dracul is working Bolt over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul stopping the sweep attempt from Bolt.
Dracul throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Bolt looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T2#
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Bolt is keeping the position.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bolt's head.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul distracts Bolt with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Bolt blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Dracul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Bolt wants to sweep but no luck.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dracul's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dracul connects with a couple of short punches.#T3##SUB2#
Bolt has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Dracul doesn't defend quickly enough and Bolt has managed to lock this one up! Can Dracul escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Bolt on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Derwent Bolt!
A relieved looking Derwent Bolt 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 94
Date: Nov 06, 2021

#R1#
Jones with the inside leg kick.
Dracul fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jones scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dracul fails to land the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Dracul gets the takedown into side control.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Dracul working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T1#
Jones is trying to improve his position.
Jones sneaks back into half guard.
Dracul thows a huge punch but Jones dodges it nicely.
Dracul scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Dracul trying to control from half guard but Jones is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jones moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dracul postures up in Jones's guard and throws a big left but Jones blocks it.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully. #T2#
Jones wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Jones working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Dracul. #SUB#
Jones is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dracul is aware though and is defending well.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dracul scoring with punches to the head and body.
Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dracul's guard. #REVR#
Dracul is looking to sweep but instead, Jones has passed into half guard.
Dracul moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Jones preventing the sweep. #T3#
Dracul keeps trying to improve his position.
Dracul controls Jones momentarily but Jones frees himself. #SUB2#
Dracul looking for a guillotine here but Jones defends easily.
Jones advances to half guard.
Jones wants to pass to mount but Dracul is defending the position.
Dracul regains full guard. Nicely done.
Dracul looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jones trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Jones has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4#
Jones throwing strikes but missing.
Dracul can't keep his opponent in guard - Jones advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Jones 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.
Dracul works his way to full guard. Good work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Dracul looking for a guillotine here but Jones defends easily. #SUB2#
Dracul is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Radu Dracul 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#
Dracul shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jones defends it nicely.
Jones throws a head kick that misses.
Dracul tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
A big right from Jones misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jones lands a jab to the nose.#T1##TD2#
Dracul shoots in and bounces Jones off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Jones is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jones seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Jones is looking for a sweep.
Radu Dracul has got the better of the ground game so far.
Dracul tries to advance to mount but Jones denies him.
Jones taking a bit of punishment here - Dracul scoring with strikes. #T2#
Jones is looking to regain half guard here but Dracul keeps moving and retains side control.
Dracul in side control lands a decent elbow.
Dracul cracks Jones with a big right hand but Jones just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Jones is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jones keeps working. #SUB2#
Dracul is working for a submission of some sort.
Dracul working over Jones with some ground and pound. Jones looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dracul is taking a breather. Jones says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#SUB2#
Dracul wants to work for an arm triangle but Jones is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
Dracul thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jones's head.
Jones is refusing to be controlled, as Dracul sits in half guard.
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Jones wants to improve his position but Dracul is controlling well.
Jones is not content to let Dracul control the position.
Jones is pressing down on Dracul's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones is trying to control the position but Dracul postures up.
Dracul won't allow Jones to sweep him here.
Dracul works over Jones with some ground and pound from guard.#T4#
Dracul is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Jones controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself. #SUB#
Jones is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Jones looking to control.
Dracul won't allow Jones to sweep him here.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Jones is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul stands up over Jones, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Jones looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dracul throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Jones works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Jones trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Jones fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Dracul has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD2#
Dracul changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Jones looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
You can see the frustration on Jones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Dracul is trying to get an arm triangle but Jones is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul lands a nice forearm strike.
Dracul working the ground and pound.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jones keeps working. #T1#
Dracul working away.
Dracul working the ground and pound.#ROC2#Jones is rocked!
Jones gets back to half guard.
Jones trying to control but Dracul postures up.
Dracul trying to pass the guard but Jones defending well.
Dracul has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Dracul working Jones over with strikes.
Jones is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Jones is defending against the submission attempts here by Dracul.
Ray Jones has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dracul is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dracul not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Dracul thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dracul lands strikes from half guard.
Jones slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Jones escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dracul gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Dracul postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dracul slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Jones takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T3#
Dracul landing a few strikes.
Oh Jones is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Dracul is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jones has escaped the position, nice work there.
Jones seems to have got his legs back now.
Dracul is trying to ground and pound but Jones uses the momentary lack of control by Dracul to regain half guard.
Jones blocking the ground and pound attempt from Dracul.
Jones trying to control but Dracul postures up.
Dracul scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Jones taking some punishment here, with Dracul in his half guard.
Dracul seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Dracul lands a big elbow - Jones is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Dracul!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 92
Date: Oct 27, 2021

#R1##TD#
Thai shoots in and bounces Dracul off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Thai looking to pass the guard.
Dracul is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##SUB#
Thai looking for submissions off his back.
Thai tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Dracul moves into full mount! Thai won't be happy about that!
Thai is wriggling around trying to escape.
Thai 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Thai keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dracul lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thai hang on?#CUT2#It looks like Wille Thai has been cut.
Dracul lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Thai is desperately trying to improve his position but Dracul has a good base and remains in mount.#T1#
Dracul can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Thai is looking to escape.
Dracul postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Thai looks a forlorn figure. #ROC2#Thai is rocked!#CUT2#Wille Thai's cut is getting worse.
Thai is working to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oooooh, big shot lands for Dracul! Thai is hurt baaadly! Dracul is firing away with more strikes - Thai is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 83
Date: Sep 08, 2021

#R1##TD#
Bard manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Dracul on his heels. He'll look to pass Dracul's guard now, I'm sure.
Bard has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Bard is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Bard won't allow Dracul to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Dracul is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Dracul is trying to control the position but Bard postures up.
Bard stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dracul swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bard working some strikes from top position.
Bard postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bard forces his way into half guard.
Dracul tries to get to full guard but Bard has control of the leg.
Dracul works his way to full guard. Good work.
Bard is pushing down on Dracul's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dracul is fighting to maintain full guard but Bard has managed to sneak the leg through.#T1#
Bard is thwarting Dracul's attempts to control the position.
Dracul controlling the position for now.
Bard prevents Dracul from improving his position.
Dracul flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Bard lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Dracul moves into full guard.
Dracul avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Bard stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dracul swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bard won't allow Dracul to sweep him here.
Dracul manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bard manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Bard is trying to control the position but Dracul postures up. #T2#
Dracul chips away with some ground and pound.
Bard looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dracul is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Bard will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bard's head.
Bard is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dracul landing some decent shots from guard.
Dracul postures up and lands a big shot to Bard's brow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dracul is working Bard over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Dracul won't allow Bard to sweep him here.
Dracul stands up over Bard, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot 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!
Dracul scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Dracul avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Dracul lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Bard tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dracul pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bard is keeping the position for now. #T3##SUB2#
Dracul is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Dracul trying to control but Bard is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Bard is looking for a triangle but Dracul pushes his legs off easily.
Dracul postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#SUB2#
Dracul thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bard has momentary wrist control but Dracul slips an elbow through the middle.
Bard looking for a sweep. Not yet Bard, not yet.
Bard trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer.
Dracul works over Bard with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Bard is retaining full guard.
Dracul lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there. #T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bard is on top in guard. #REVR#
Bard loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Dracul bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Bard's guard. #REVB#
Dracul wants to control from the top but Bard keeps moving.
Dracul works over Bard with some ground and pound from guard.
Dracul landing some decent shots from guard.
Dracul makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bard tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bard keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul passes into half guard.
Bard taking some punishment here, with Dracul in his half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Radu Dracul dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Bard looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bard with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bard misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dracul.
Dracul with the counter takedown but Bard avoids it easily.
Bard is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Dracul.
And Dracul tries to counter it with a takedown but Bard pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Bard misses with a combination #TD2#
and Dracul counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Bard is looking to improve his position.
Dracul is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Radu Dracul has got the better of the ground game so far.
Bard won't allow Dracul to pass to mount.
Dracul lands strikes from half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Dracul connects with a nice short shot to Bard's temple.
Bard is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dracul slips a nice elbow through Bard's hands, connecting with Bard's forehead.#ROC2#Bard is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Dracul is working for a submission of some sort.
Oh Bard is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bard has hold of Dracul's hands but Dracul slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Dracul lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Bard! More strikes land and this one is all over! Dracul jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!

Event: CMMA 142 Adam v Army Jr
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1##CL#
Beast gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Beast gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Dracul trying to control from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Beast there.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
Dracul gets full guard.
Beast stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
We've been hearing that Beast has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Beast passes into half guard.
Beast is nestled in close to Dracul, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dracul regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Dracul is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Dracul is trying to control the position but Beast postures up.
Beast lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Beast has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Beast with a nice head shot there.#T1#
Dracul lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Dracul stands up over Beast, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dracul postures up.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Beast's head.
Dracul throwing strikes from guard but Beast blocks nicely.
Beast is adopting a defensive guard.
Dracul landing some decent shots from guard.
Dracul lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Dracul lands a couple of digs.
Dracul trying to control but Beast is working from the bottom.
Beast wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul with a flurry of punches that miss.
Dracul sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Beast's guard.
Dracul takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Beast is looking to improve his position.
Dracul with the ground and pound but Beast uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Dracul scoring with some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Beast not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dracul has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Beast is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Dracul stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Beast throws up his legs and catches Dracul in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Dracul tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Beast! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Za Beast!
After winning the bout, Za Beast thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: CMMA 129 Olsen v Abner
Date: Jul 10, 2021

#R1##TD#
Dracul gets the takedown into side control.
Gump takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Dracul in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Gump is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Dracul is controlling him well.
Gump managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Dracul.
Gump is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Dracul scores with punches from side control.
We've been hearing that Dracul has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Dracul throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Dracul connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Gump some visible discomfort.
Dracul landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Dracul looking to control but instead Gump has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dracul not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Gump wants to get back to his feet.
Gump is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB#
Dracul is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gump doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dracul.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dracul missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T1#
Gump keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Dracul there.
Dracul throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Gump is trying to stand back up but Dracul is controlling him
Dracul sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Gump defending well though.
Dracul is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Dracul has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dracul throws a big right hand that misses.
Dracul engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dracul makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#ROC#Gump is rocked!
Gump wants to stand but Dracul is controlling the position.
Dracul lands a couple of elbows.
Gump is still in real trouble! Can Dracul finish him?
Gump is looking to stand up but Dracul isn't so interested in that idea.
Dracul forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Dracul is working for a kimura but Gump is defending it quite comfortably. #T2#
Dracul is sitting in half guard. He's postured up and lands a nice elbow. Oh, Gump is hurt! He's hurt bad - Dracul fires away with more strikes and the referee jumps in to save Gump from any more punishment! Congratulations to Dracul! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Radu Dracul!
Forrest Gump was interviewed post fight and said 'Back to Jenny'.

Event: CMMA 116 Zimmerman v Mishawa
Date: Jun 11, 2021

#R1#
Danga de danga de dang - Six scores with a four punch combination!
Six misses with a series of wild punches. #TD#
Dracul shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Six manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Dracul engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Dracul passes Six's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dracul in particular looking to stall.
Six told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T1#
Dracul seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Six for as long as he can get away with.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Dracul has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Six displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Dracul slips a jab and a cross from Six. #T3#
Dracul circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dracul appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Six scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Dracul is staying active underneath Six, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dracul is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Six's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Six's back!
Dracul biding his time, looking for the opening.
Dracul continues to stall.#T4##SUB#
Six is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Dracul trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Six doesn't escape.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
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 Radu Dracul 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#
Six tries to work over Dracul's front leg with a kick but Dracul checks it.
Dracul fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2#
Six shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Dracul manages to get to full guard.
Dracul is pulling down on Six's head. It's preventing any offense from Six, at least for the moment.
Six must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Six tries to free his leg and advance position but Dracul is retaining full guard.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet. #T1#
Dracul is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Six preventing the sweep.
Dracul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Six trying to stand up but can't free himself from Dracul's guard.
Dracul has Six pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Six.
Dracul is trying to control Six's posture but Six avoids it. #T2#
Dracul manages to work his way to half guard, despite Six's best efforts.
Dracul is looking for a sweep. Six is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dracul holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Six is thwarting Dracul's attempts to control the position.
Dracul slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Dracul is on top in guard. #REVR#
Dracul controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dracul tries to free his leg and advance position but Six is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Dracul 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.
Six can't keep his opponent in guard - Dracul advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Dracul is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Dracul works his way into full mount! #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.
Dracul content just to control the position here.
Dracul is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Six can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Six taking shots to the head.
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 Radu Dracul will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Dracul shoots in for a double leg but Six sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Dracul has a takedown stuffed.
Six lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Six.
Six throws a right and a left that Dracul avoids nicely.
Dracul shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Six sprawls well. Six wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Dracul gets slowly back to his feet.
Six with the counter takedown but Dracul avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Six fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul goes for a double leg but Six avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Six continues to drive forward.
Dracul goes for a takedown attempt but Six pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #TD#
Dracul drives through with a takedown into Six's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T1#
Dracul 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.
Dracul slips nicely into half guard.
Six takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Six is in trouble now - Dracul has advanced to mount!
Six can't escape the position.
Dracul takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Dracul's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Dracul.#T3#
Six is wriggling around trying to escape.
Dracul tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Radu Dracul overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zoo Six has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
More hug and hope from Dracul.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Further stalling from Dracul.
Six really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dracul. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Radu Dracul is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!

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 Radu Dracul.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Dracul, 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Radu Dracul!

Event: CACC 155 Morrison Jr v Krawlee
Date: Dec 27, 2020

176 cm
21 yrs
160 lbs

190 cm
21 yrs
202 lbs

Amudaev

Dracul

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Rauf Amudaev! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Amudaev shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Amudaev was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Amudaev (4) vs (0) Dracul
Dracul sneaks back into half guard.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Amudaev 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#
Amudaev is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul is looking to control Amudaev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Dracul avoid being mounted?
Dracul slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Amudaev has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Dracul is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Amudaev trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Amudaev trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dracul controls Amudaev momentarily but Amudaev frees himself.
Amudaev trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Amudaev won't allow Dracul to sweep him here.
Amudaev looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Dracul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Amudaev wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Dracul is pulling down on Amudaev's head to control his posture.
Amudaev controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dracul trying to keep a closed guard but Amudaev is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Amudaev from controlling successfully.
Dracul is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Dracul is trying to control the position but Amudaev postures up.
Amudaev content to stall in guard here.
Amudaev stopping the sweep attempt from Dracul.
Amudaev trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dracul wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Dracul is trying to keep Amudaev in close.
Amudaev has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Dracul might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Amudaev haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Amudaev trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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.
Dracul managing to control the position.
Dracul keeping full guard, as Amudaev tries to pass. #T4#
Dracul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Amudaev trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Amudaev drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Amudaev jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Dracul pulls Amudaev in close to his closed guard and prevents Amudaev from doing any damage or advancing position.
Amudaev looking to pass the guard.
Dracul pulls Amudaev in close to his closed guard and prevents Amudaev from doing any damage or advancing position.#T5#
Dracul tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Amudaev postures up.
Amudaev won't allow Dracul to sweep him here.
Dracul looking to control.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Amudaev from controlling successfully.
Dracul not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Amudaev wants to pass the guard but Dracul is keeping the position.
Dracul looking to control.
Amudaev wants to pass the guard but Dracul is keeping the position.
Amudaev trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul keeping full guard, as Amudaev tries to pass.
Amudaev might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T6#
Amudaev sitting in guard here, content to control.
Dracul controls Amudaev momentarily but Amudaev frees himself.
Amudaev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Dracul swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Amudaev preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Dracul is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Amudaev is aware though and is defending well.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Amudaev controlling him for the moment.
Amudaev wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Amudaev postures up.
Amudaev forces his way into half guard.
Amudaev wants to control but Dracul is keeping him busy. #T7#
Amudaev trying to pass the guard but Dracul defending well.
Dracul trying to control here. #SUB2#
Dracul looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dracul wants to control but Amudaev is keeping busy.
Amudaev wants to take a breather but Dracul is having none of it.
Dracul is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul moves into full guard.
Amudaev slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T8#
Amudaev preventing the sweep.
Dracul manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Amudaev manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Amudaev (4) vs (2) Dracul
Dracul not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Amudaev has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dracul can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Amudaev controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
Dracul stays in close to Amudaev's body and controls the position. #T9#
Dracul wants to control from the top but Amudaev keeps moving.
Amudaev looking to control.
Amudaev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dracul advances position into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Amudaev (4) vs (5) Dracul
Dracul working away.
Dracul wants to control but Amudaev is keeping him busy.
Amudaev is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Dracul is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Score +2 for reaching mount: Amudaev (4) vs (7) Dracul#T10#
Amudaev is trying desperately to improve position.
Dracul avoids the attempt from Amudaev to control.
Dracul sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Amudaev is wriggling around trying to escape.
Amudaev wants to control but Dracul is having none of it.#T12#
Amudaev is squirming around, avoiding Dracul's attempts to control the action.
Amudaev tries to hold on but Dracul postures up.
Amudaev is trying to escape the mount.
Amudaev is squirming around, avoiding Dracul's attempts to control the action. #T13#
Amudaev is working to get back to half guard.
Dracul avoids the attempt from Amudaev to control.
Amudaev is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Dracul is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Amudaev is looking to improve his position but Dracul isn't that keen on the idea.#T14#
Dracul controlling from mount.
Dracul trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dracul tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Amudaev wants to hold on but Dracul pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Amudaev is looking to improve his position but Dracul isn't that keen on the idea.
Dracul trying to control but he's not successful this time.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dracul wins on points by 7 to 4.

Event: CACC 147: Pancake v Sakuraba 2
Date: Dec 06, 2020

178 cm
20 yrs
226 lbs

190 cm
20 yrs
202 lbs

Petersen

Dracul

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Conald Petersen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Eddie Farnsworth and David Schapiro.

The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Petersen stuffs the takedown attempt from Dracul. Dracul gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Petersen drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Petersen (2) vs (0) Dracul
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Dracul is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dracul is keeping the position for now.
Dracul 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.
Dracul is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Dracul is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Dracul keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass. #T1#
Petersen is fighting to break Dracul's control of his arms but Dracul is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Petersen preventing the sweep.
Dracul keeps trying to improve his position.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Petersen manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (2) vs (2) Dracul
Petersen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Petersen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Dracul is pushing down on Petersen's leg trying to pass to half guard. Petersen is fighting to maintain full guard but Dracul has managed to sneak the leg through.
Petersen trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up.
Dracul trying to control from half guard but Petersen is working away. #T2#
Still in half guard, Dracul seems content to control.
Petersen trying to control but Dracul postures up.
Dracul looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Petersen wants to improve his position but Dracul is controlling well.
Dracul not doing much here.
Petersen controlling the position well.
Petersen trying to control here. #T3#
Petersen tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Petersen is in trouble now - Dracul has advanced to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (2) vs (5) Dracul
Petersen can't escape the position.
Dracul avoids the attempt from Petersen to control.
Petersen is looking to get to half guard.
Petersen tries to lock up and control but Dracul gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T4#
Petersen is looking to improve his position but Dracul isn't that keen on the idea.
Dracul 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 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.
Petersen wants to hold on but Dracul pushes him away.
Petersen is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dracul trying to control but Petersen is having none of it.
Dracul looking to control and managing it successfully.
Petersen tries to reverse the position but Dracul maintains control.#T5#
Petersen is squirming around, avoiding Dracul's attempts to control the action.
Petersen is desperately trying to improve his position but Dracul has a good base and remains in mount.
Petersen slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Petersen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Petersen is staying active underneath Dracul, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Petersen is defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Petersen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dracul controlling the action here.#T6#
Petersen keeping hold of Dracul's head, controlling as best he can.
Dracul not doing much here.
Dracul trying to control from half guard but Petersen is working away.
Petersen tries to get to full guard but Dracul has control of the leg.
Dracul is controlling the pace. #T7#
Petersen moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Dracul controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Petersen is looking for a triangle but Dracul pushes his legs off easily.
Dracul postures up.
Petersen manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Dracul manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (4) vs (5) Dracul#T8#
Petersen controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Dracul controls Petersen momentarily but Petersen frees himself.
Dracul is pulling down on Petersen's head. It's preventing any offense from Petersen, at least for the moment.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dracul wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Petersen controlling from the top position.
Dracul is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T9#
Dracul looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Petersen trying to control but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment.
Dracul is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen is pushing down on Dracul's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dracul is fighting to maintain full guard but Petersen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Petersen passes to full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (7) vs (5) Dracul#T10#
Dracul tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Petersen looking to control but Dracul is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dracul tries to reverse the position but Petersen maintains control.
Petersen controlling from the full mount.
Dracul keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Petersen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dracul is looking to escape.
Dracul is looking to improve his position but Petersen isn't that keen on the idea.
Dracul is controlling an arm, preventing Petersen from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest. #T11#
Dracul tries to hold on but Petersen pushes him away.
Petersen wants to take Dracul's back here but Dracul is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Dracul is working to get back to half guard.
Petersen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dracul is looking to escape.
Petersen controlling his opponent.
Dracul tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Petersen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dracul is looking to escape. #T12#
Petersen takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Dracul manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
Well, if Petersen 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.
Dracul tries to roll over but Petersen keeps him under control.#T13#
Dracul trying to hold on to Petersen's head to control him but Petersen postures up. #SUB#
Petersen in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Dracul tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Petersen!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Conald Petersen!
Conald Petersen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CACC 142: Ribbler vs Gatsby
Date: Nov 22, 2020

190 cm
20 yrs
202 lbs

183 cm
20 yrs
169 lbs

Dracul

Takahashi

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Radu Dracul! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Genkei Takahashi!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Russell Pearce and Eddie Farnsworth.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dracul fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Takahashi avoids it really well and circles away.
Dracul stuffs the takedown.
Dracul fails with the takedown.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Takahashi 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.
Dracul tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Radu Dracul. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Dracul lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (0) Takahashi
Takahashi won't allow Dracul to pass to mount.
Dracul controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Takahashi is looking for a sweep. Dracul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Dracul looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Dracul's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Takahashi tries to get to full guard but Dracul has control of the leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dracul in particular looking to stall.
Dracul prevents Takahashi from improving his position.#T2#
Dracul content to control rather than advance.
Takahashi moves into full guard.
Takahashi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Takahashi trying to control the position.
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.#T3#
Takahashi wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment.
Dracul's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Takahashi controls Dracul momentarily but Dracul frees himself.
Dracul content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Dracul seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Takahashi for as long as he can get away with.
Dracul continues to stall.
Takahashi is trying to keep Dracul in close.
Dracul content to stall in guard here. #T5#
Takahashi wants to sweep but no luck.
Dracul trying to control the position from guard on top but Takahashi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Takahashi has his hands on Dracul's head, controlling the position.
Takahashi trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer. #T6#
Dracul is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dracul postures up.
Dracul is pushing down on Takahashi's leg trying to pass to half guard. Takahashi is fighting to maintain full guard but Dracul has managed to sneak the leg through.
Takahashi is looking to improve his position.
Takahashi keeps trying to improve his position.#T7#
Dracul perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dracul trying to advance position but Takahashi counters by regaining guard.
Takahashi trying to control the position.
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Takahashi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T8#
Takahashi looking for a sweep. Not yet Takahashi, not yet.
Dracul advances to half guard.
Dracul controlling the pace.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Takahashi is defending well.
Takahashi tries to get to full guard but Dracul has control of the leg.
Dracul trying to control the pace. #T9#
Takahashi wants to get back to full guard.
Dracul looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Takahashi tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Dracul perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Dracul trying to control from half guard but Takahashi is working away. #T10#
Takahashi is trying to get back to full guard.
Dracul not doing much here.
Further stalling from Dracul.#T11#
Takahashi tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.#T12#
Dracul content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Takahashi is looking for a sweep. Dracul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T13#
Takahashi trying to control but Dracul postures up.
Takahashi tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.
Dracul is looking to advance position but Takahashi won't allow it.
Well, if Dracul 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.
Takahashi trying to hold on to Dracul's head to control him but Dracul postures up. #T14#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Takahashi won't allow Dracul to pass to mount.
Dracul performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Dracul wants to pass the guard but Takahashi is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dracul not doing much here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dracul takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.

Event: CACC 132: Wangler vs Average
Date: Oct 25, 2020

185 cm
20 yrs
190 lbs

190 cm
20 yrs
202 lbs

Sulvar

Dracul

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Tres Sulvar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Radu Dracul!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.

Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Dracul shoots in but Sulvar avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL2#
Dracul moves into range and clinches up with Sulvar.#TD2#
Dracul has clasped his hands together around Sulvar's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sulvar (0) vs (4) Dracul
Sulvar is looking to regain half guard here but Dracul keeps moving and retains side control.
Sulvar is working hard here to advance position.
You can see the frustration on Sulvar's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Dracul trying to control the action but Sulvar is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sulvar is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Sulvar definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sulvar is trying to control Dracul's posture but Dracul avoids it.
Sulvar is trying to improve his position.
Sulvar holding on.
Sulvar is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Dracul wants to control but Sulvar is keeping him busy.
You can see the frustration on Sulvar's face as Dracul controls the position.
Dracul tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Dracul taking a breather here.
Dracul wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sulvar keeps working. #T3#
Dracul wants to take a breather but Sulvar manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Dracul.
Dracul not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sulvar wants to sweep here but Dracul controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Dracul slips nicely into half guard.
Sulvar manages to get to full guard.
Sulvar keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Sulvar keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully. #T5#
Sulvar has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sulvar not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sulvar looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dracul is one step ahead there.
Sulvar working a defensive guard here.
Dracul wants to control from the top but Sulvar keeps moving. #T6#
Dracul showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sulvar keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul stopping the sweep attempt from Sulvar.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sulvar is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sulvar (2) vs (4) Dracul
Sulvar slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (5) vs (4) Dracul#T7#
Dracul is looking for a sweep.
Sulvar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dracul keeps working.
Dracul tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sulvar wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Sulvar trying to control the action but Dracul is working from the bottom.
Dracul struggling a bit here.
Sulvar trying to control the action but Dracul is working from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Sulvar is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Dracul knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sulvar is looking to take a break and control but Dracul is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul gets back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T9#
Sulvar wants to pass the guard but Dracul is defending well.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dracul is not content to let Sulvar control the position.
Dracul wants to control but Sulvar is keeping busy.
Sulvar looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dracul is trying to maintain the position but Sulvar is very close to passing his half guard.
Sulvar passes into side control, despite Dracul's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (8) vs (4) Dracul#T10#
Dracul manages to get back to half guard.
Dracul tries to get to full guard but Sulvar has control of the leg.
Sulvar performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Sulvar is looking to take a break and control but Dracul is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T11#
Sulvar seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dracul is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sulvar's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sulvar's back!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sulvar (8) vs (8) Dracul
Sulvar trying to control the action but Dracul just sinks the hooks in.
Dracul controlling from the back.
Sulvar looking very determined here, making life difficult for Dracul.
Sulvar manages to reverse the position and now he's in Dracul's guard. Nice work there by Sulvar.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sulvar (10) vs (8) Dracul#T12#
Dracul 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#
Dracul has his foot on Sulvar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sulvar works his way back into a safe position though.
Dracul keeping full guard, as Sulvar tries to pass.
Dracul keeping moving, preventing Sulvar from controlling successfully. #T13#
Dracul tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dracul working a defensive guard here.
Dracul looking for a sweep. Not yet Dracul, not yet.
Dracul controls Sulvar momentarily but Sulvar frees himself.
Dracul 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.
Sulvar wants to control from the top but Dracul keeps moving.
Sulvar pushing down on Dracul's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T14#
Sulvar prevents Dracul from improving his position.#SUB#
Dracul is defending against the submission attempts here by Sulvar.
Sulvar trying to mount his opponent but Dracul defends it.
Dracul is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sulvar is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dracul sees it coming and defends easily.
Dracul is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sulvar takes the fight on points by 10 to 8.
Tres Sulvar gave a mention to Top Gun Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: CACC 125: Bok vs Sepi
Date: Oct 03, 2020

190 cm
20 yrs
202 lbs

178 cm
20 yrs
160 lbs

Dracul

Flowers

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Radu Dracul! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Timmy Flowers!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Flowers looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Flowers goes for a double leg but Dracul avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Dracul continues to drive forward.#CL#
Dracul darts in and clinches Flowers up against the ropes.#TD#
Dracul wants the takedown. Flowers is fighting it off but Dracul persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Flowers's guard against the ropes.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dracul (2) vs (0) Flowers
Dracul stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Flowers swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Dracul pushes down on Flowers's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Dracul is working for a submission of some sort.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dracul is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1#
Dracul is keen to just control but Flowers is a slippery customer.
Flowers is looking for a sweep. Dracul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Dracul 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.
The fighters are battling for position here. Flowers manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
Dracul pushing down on Flowers's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Flowers is defending against the submission attempts here by Dracul.
Dracul content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Flowers is looking for a sweep. Dracul is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dracul wants to take a breather but Flowers is having none of it. #SUB2#
Flowers looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Dracul is trying to control the action in half guard but Flowers is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Dracul works his foot free and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dracul (5) vs (0) Flowers
Flowers tries to reverse the position but Dracul maintains control.
Dracul wants to take Flowers's back but he can't do it this time.
Flowers is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dracul tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Flowers is squirming around, avoiding Dracul's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Dracul controlling the pace for now.
Flowers keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Flowers stops Dracul from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Dracul controlling from mount.
Flowers 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.#T5#
Dracul trying to control but Flowers is having none of it.
Flowers is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Dracul wants to take Flowers's back but he can't do it this time.
Dracul tries to control but Flowers wriggling away. #T6#
Dracul controlling the position easily from mount.
Dracul prevents Flowers from getting the reversal.
Dracul looking to control but Flowers is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T7#
Dracul controlling the position easily from mount.
Dracul seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Flowers for as long as he can get away with.
Dracul trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T8#
Dracul tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dracul wants to take Flowers's back here but Flowers is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Dracul wants to control the pace but Flowers is squirming around nicely.
Dracul controlling from the full mount.
Flowers can't escape the position. #T9#
Dracul wants to control the pace but Flowers is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Dracul looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dracul looking to control but Flowers is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Dracul with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Dracul prevents Flowers from getting the reversal.
Dracul tries to take Flowers's back but instead Flowers uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T10#
Flowers is staying active underneath Dracul, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Dracul is taking a breather. Flowers says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Dracul continues to stall.#SUB#
Dracul is trying to work for a kimura but Flowers is defending well. #SUB#
Dracul seems to be working for a kimura but Flowers defends the submission attempt.#T11#
Flowers wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Flowers is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dracul pulls his head out easily.
Dracul content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Dracul wants to take a breather but Flowers is having none of it.
Dracul trying to control the pace. #T12##SUB#
Dracul is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Flowers defends it well.
Dracul trying to control from Flowers's half guard. Flowers has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Dracul pushes down on Flowers's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Flowers won't allow Dracul to pass to mount. #T13#
Dracul is looking to take a break and control but Flowers is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dracul content to control rather than advance.
Dracul will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Flowers tries to roll over but Dracul keeps him under control.#SUB#
Dracul is working for a kimura but Flowers is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #T14#
Dracul wants to pass to mount but Flowers is defending the position.
Dracul working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Flowers's thigh. Flowers counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB2#
Flowers looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flowers keeping moving, preventing Dracul from controlling successfully.
Dracul has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Flowers trying to keep a closed guard but Dracul is proving a slippery customer.

And that's the end of the fight!
Dracul takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.

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