Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: KoF:IW - Garbowa X Cocoran
Date: Oct 09, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Rose closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Rose has picked Hecker Jr up - he's going for a ride! Rose dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.#SUB2#
Rose wants to work for an arm triangle but Hecker Jr is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hecker Jr is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rose controlling the pace.
Rose prevents Hecker Jr from improving his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Hecker Jr'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.
Rose works his way into side control.
Rose tries to advance to mount but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rose trying to control the position but Hecker Jr is working away. #SUB2#
Rose working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Rose controlling the position from side mount. #SUB2#
Rose working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Rose trying to control the action but Hecker Jr is working from the bottom.
Hecker Jr can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rose lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
Rose has hold of Hecker Jr's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Hecker Jr seems comfortable defending it but Rose has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Hecker Jr is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Hecker Jr is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Rose couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Victor Rose!
Victor Rose tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: KoF:IW - Garbowa x Mandiang
Date: Aug 28, 2021

#R1#
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Hammer scores with a kick to the midsection.
Hecker Jr shoots in but no luck this time.
Hecker Jr fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Hammer gets a clinch. #BC#
Hammer breaks from the clinch.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Hammer is having none of it.
We've been informed that Hecker Jr 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.
Hammer looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hecker Jr fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Johnny Hammer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Hammer gets caught flat footed, as Hecker Jr shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Hammer uses the cage to get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Hammer drives through and clinches with Hecker Jr against the cage. #T1##BC#
Hammer breaks from the clinch.
Hammer looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Hammer misses with a head kick.
Hecker Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Hammer is having none of it.
Hecker Jr scores with a three punch combo!
Hammer lands with a kick to the ribs.
Hammer is looking to land body kicks.
Hammer misses with a body kick.
Hammer misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hammer throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hammer circles away from the clinch attempt.
A head kick misses from Hammer. #CL#
Hammer has closed the distance and engaged Hecker Jr in a clinch. #TD2#
Hecker Jr decides to pull guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hecker Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hecker Jr 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#
Hecker Jr lands strikes from half guard.
Hammer is trying to stand.
Hecker Jr is keen to just control but Hammer is a slippery customer.
Hammer tries to kick Hecker Jr off but Hecker Jr keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Hammer tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Hecker Jr sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hammer defending well though.
Hecker Jr wants to take a breather but Hammer is having none of it.
Hammer trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Hammer can't escape the position.
Hecker Jr has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Hammer's face. #T3#
Hecker Jr landing punches.
Hammer regains half guard.
Hecker Jr trying to pass the guard but Hammer defending well.
Hecker Jr seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Hecker Jr is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hecker Jr prevents Hammer from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hammer defends it well.
Hammer tries to kick Hecker Jr off but Hecker Jr keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #T4#
Hammer wants to sweep but Hecker Jr has passed to side control!
Hammer is looking to regain half guard here but Hecker Jr keeps moving and retains side control.
Hecker Jr throws an elbow but Hammer slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hammer tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Hammer is trying to escape the mount.
Hecker Jr wants to control the pace but Hammer is squirming around nicely.
Hecker Jr dominating with strikes here.
Hammer has given up his back here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jeff Hecker Jr will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hecker Jr throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hammer.
Johnny Hammer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hammer throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but Hammer shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL#
Hammer rushes Hecker Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Hammer escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hecker Jr is looking to clinch.
Hammer keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Hammer throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hecker Jr shoots in but no luck this time.
Johnny Hammer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr blocks a head kick by Hammer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hammer throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Hecker Jr counters with a two punch combo. #CUT2#It looks like Johnny Hammer has been cut.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hammer. #CL#
Hammer moves into the clinch successfully.
Hammer gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hecker Jr. #BC#
Hammer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Hecker Jr lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Hammer misses with a body kick.
And Hecker Jr tries to counter it with a takedown but Hammer pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt - Hammer sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hammer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL#
Hammer closes the distance and pushes Hecker Jr back into the cage.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Hammer breaks from the clinch.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Hammer swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hammer throws a head kick that misses.
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt - Hammer sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hammer tries a head kick but it misses.
Hecker Jr is trying to counter with his kicks.
Hammer fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Hecker Jr throws a head kick but Hammer moves out of range.
Hammer is looking for a counter combo.
Hammer avoids the head kick by Hecker Jr.
Hammer misses with a kick to the body
and Hecker Jr connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hecker Jr moves out of range of the body kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hammer misses with the body kick
and Hecker Jr counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hammer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hecker Jr cracks Hammer with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC2#Hammer is rocked!
Johnny Hammer is winning the standup battle so far.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hammer as he avoids it easily.
Hammer checks a low kick from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr moves out of range of the body kick from Hammer.
Hecker Jr is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hecker Jr.
A jab lands there for Hecker Jr.
Oh Hammer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hammer as he jumps to the side.
Hammer seems to have got his legs back now.#T3#
Hammer misses with a body kick.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hammer.
Hecker Jr dives in for a single leg takedown but Hammer sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL#
Hammer has managed to clinch. #BC#
Hammer manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Hammer moves into the clinch.#BC#
Hammer breaks from the clinch.
Johnny Hammer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hammer is looking to land body kicks.
Hecker Jr shoots in and drives through. Hammer sprawls well.
Nice takedown defense from Hammer. No joy for Hecker Jr on that attempt.
Hammer appears to be looking for a big counter.
Hammer wants to clinch.
Hammer throws a push kick but Hecker Jr slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Hecker Jr moves out of range of the body kick from Hammer.
Hecker Jr is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hammer sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hecker Jr.
Hammer pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Hecker Jr blocks a head kick by Hammer. #CL#
Hammer closes the distance and pushes Hecker Jr back into the cage.
Hammer prevents Hecker Jr from breaking the clinch.
Hecker Jr jumps guard but Hammer turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #BC#
Hammer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Hammer closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Hammer manages to pull guard. #ES#
Hammer has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Hecker Jr has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Hammer keeps control of Hecker Jr as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Hecker Jr is trying to push Hammer away but Hammer has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Hammer dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Johnny Hammer's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Hecker Jr scores with a punch to the head.
Hammer misses with an attempted mid kick.
Hammer goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Hammer throws a half hearted mid kick.
Hecker Jr is looking for the big counter here.
Hammer fails in his attempt to clinch.
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Hammer sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up.
It looked like Hammer was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Hammer throws the kick towards the body but Hecker Jr avoids it.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Hammer. Hecker Jr shrugs it off though. #CL#
Hammer pushes Hecker Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Hecker Jr tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Hammer breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A slapping body kick lands there for Hammer.
Hammer misses with a head kick.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Hammer swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hammer misses with a kick to the body.
Hecker Jr with the counter takedown but Hammer avoids it easily.#T1#
Hecker Jr goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD2#
Hecker Jr shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Hammer manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Hecker Jr takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#ES#
Hammer is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Hecker Jr presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #BC#
Hammer breaks from the clinch.
Hammer scores with a push kick.
Hammer is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hecker Jr can do to turn this around?
Hecker Jr lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hecker Jr blocks the body kick.
Hecker Jr is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hammer throws a wild body kick that Hecker Jr sees coming a mile off.
Hecker Jr let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD2#
Hecker Jr closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hammer quickly recovers to half guard.
Hammer punching from the bottom.
Hammer wants to get back to his feet.
Hammer has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hecker Jr is working away from the top position though.#T2#
Well, if Hecker Jr 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.
Hecker Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hammer keeps working.
Hecker Jr might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Hammer haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Hecker Jr prevents Hammer from improving his position.
Hammer moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Hecker Jr trying to control but Hammer is working from the bottom.
Jeff Hecker Jr has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
Hecker Jr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hammer throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Hammer wants to get back to his feet but Hecker Jr is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hammer looking for a sweep. Not yet Hammer, not yet.
Hecker Jr working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hecker Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Hecker Jr prevents Hammer from getting back to his feet.
Hammer keeping moving, preventing Hecker Jr from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hammer is looking to score with low kicks.#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.#TD2#
Hammer gets caught flat footed, as Hecker Jr shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Hammer is striking from the bottom but Hecker Jr uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Hecker Jr blocks the strikes from Hammer. #SU2#
Hecker Jr escapes and gets back to his feet.
Hecker Jr shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hammer defends it nicely.
Johnny Hammer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
Hammer misses with a kick to the body.
Hammer moves to clinch but Hecker Jr breaks away
and Hecker Jr counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hammer pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hecker Jr is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL#
Hecker Jr tries to keep at a distance but Hammer has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hecker Jr has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hammer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.

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 Johnny Hammer.
I think Hammer 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 Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:28

In favor of your winner, by split decision... Johnny Hammer!
Johnny Hammer spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.

Event: KoF:IW - Garbowa x Tokugawa
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Angelopoulos sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Angelopoulos as he avoids it easily.
Angelopoulos throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hecker Jr looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Angelopoulos is fending him off so far but Hecker Jr persists. Nope, Angelopoulos circles away and we're back to standing.
Angelopoulos is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hecker Jr.
Apostolos Angelopoulos has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
Angelopoulos throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL2#
Hecker Jr clinches.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Angelopoulos.
Angelopoulos lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Angelopoulos misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Angelopoulos - that landed with a thud.
Angelopoulos misses with a body punch.
Hecker Jr tries to stall but Angelopoulos uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Angelopoulos lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#TD#
Angelopoulos pulls guard.
Angelopoulos preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Angelopoulos is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hecker Jr is aware though and 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!#SUB#
Angelopoulos looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hecker Jr missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T1#
Angelopoulos is trying to control the position but Hecker Jr postures up.
Hecker Jr trying to control but Angelopoulos is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Angelopoulos looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hecker Jr trying to control but Angelopoulos is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Angelopoulos working for a triangle but Hecker Jr defends it easily.
Angelopoulos wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Angelopoulos is trying to keep Hecker Jr in close.
Angelopoulos has Hecker Jr pulled in close to control his posture. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Angelopoulos is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Hecker Jr is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Angelopoulos has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Hecker Jr is looking to defend but Angelopoulos has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Hecker Jr! Angelopoulos pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Hecker Jr taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Apostolos Angelopoulos!

Event: KoF:IW - Nakagawa X Alaoui
Date: Jul 04, 2021

#R1#
Hecker Jr defending well as Casanova loads up on a big left hand.
Hecker Jr 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.
No luck for Hecker Jr with that takedown attempt.
A big right from Casanova misses.
Hecker Jr tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Casanova defends well and Hecker Jr ends up having to push Casanova into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Casanova misses with a few strikes there.
Hecker Jr throws a counter combo.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch there but Casanova circles away.
Hecker Jr goes for a double leg but Casanova avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Casanova continues to drive forward.
Dennis Casanova has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Casanova throws out the jab.
A swing and a miss from Casanova.
Hecker Jr has his takedown stuffed
and Casanova makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Casanova works Hecker Jr's body with a nice hook.
Hecker Jr darts in looking for a takedown but Casanova gets double underhooks and turns Hecker Jr into the cage.
It looked like Casanova was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr takes one on the button.
Casanova throws an overhand right that lands on Hecker Jr's shoulder, as Hecker Jr tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Casanova but Casanova pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Casanova misses with a looping left.
Hecker Jr showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Casanova.
Dennis Casanova is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hecker Jr avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Casanova wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Hecker Jr fails in his attempt to clinch.
Casanova stuffs the takedown.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch there but Casanova circles away.
Hecker Jr walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Hecker Jr staying out of range there.
Dennis Casanova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A punch combination from Casanova misses.
Despite the aggression on Hecker Jr's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Casanova looks to score with a jab to the body but Hecker Jr is just out of range.#TD2#
Casanova gets caught napping as Hecker Jr dives in and scores a takedown. Casanova manages to retain guard.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hecker Jr wants to control from the top but Casanova keeps moving.
Hecker Jr slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Hecker Jr working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Hecker Jr gets to mount! Casanova was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Hecker Jr tries to control but Casanova wriggling away.
Hecker Jr 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. #T3#
Hecker Jr trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Hecker Jr throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Casanova because Hecker Jr loaded up on that one.
Hecker Jr unloads with some shots from mount but Casanova bucks and avoids them well.
Casanova keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hecker Jr avoids the attempt from Casanova to control.
Casanova on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Casanova tries to get out of the position.
Hecker Jr sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Casanova is squirming around, avoiding Hecker Jr's attempts to control the action.
Casanova is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hecker Jr thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Casanova tries to lock up and control but Hecker Jr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SU2#
Hecker Jr is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Casanova sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Casanova throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dennis Casanova dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Casanova misses the shot to the body.
Casanova misses the jab.
Hecker Jr shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Casanova pinned against the cage. Casanova gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hecker Jr fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Casanova is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Casanova ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Hecker Jr dodges the punch combination from Casanova.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Casanova misses with a two punch combination.
Casanova lands an overhand right.
Nice uppercut lands for Casanova. That snapped Hecker Jr's head back.
Casanova throws a body punch but Hecker Jr moves out of range. #T1#
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Casanova is having none of it.
Hecker Jr swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Casanova just misses with a punch to the body.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hecker Jr.
Dennis Casanova has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
Casanova scores with a body shot.
Hecker Jr shoots and misses
and Casanova connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hecker Jr moves out of range as Casanova strikes.
Hecker Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Casanova.
Hecker Jr darts in looking for a takedown but Casanova gets double underhooks and turns Hecker Jr into the cage.
Casanova swinging wildly here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hecker Jr is defended easily by Casanova.#T2#
Hecker Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Casanova.
Casanova throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Casanova.
Casanova is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hecker Jr can do to turn this around?
Casanova slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Casanova misses with a hook. Hecker Jr ducked under it nicely.
Casanova throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hecker Jr showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Casanova.
Casanova throws a series of punches but Hecker Jr avoids them all with ease.
Casanova misses with a wild body shot. #T3##CL2#
Hecker Jr closes the distance and pushes Casanova back into the cage.
Hecker Jr jumps guard but Casanova stands there with Hecker Jr around his waist. Hecker Jr gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC#
Casanova breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A left and a right from Hecker Jr both land. Nice combination.
Casanova slaps away a takedown attempt from Hecker Jr, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hecker Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Casanova.
Casanova misses with an uppercut.
Hecker Jr shoots for a double leg takedown but Casanova sprawls well. He's pushed Hecker Jr's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Casanova comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T4#
Casanova swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Casanova as he jumps to the side.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hecker Jr is breathing heavily.
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown
and Casanova counters with a right hand to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Casanova cracks Hecker Jr with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Hecker Jr tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Casanova pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Hecker Jr is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:39 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dennis Casanova!

Event: KoF:IW - Okongwu x Zurauskas
Date: May 22, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Hecker Jr bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A lull in the action here.
My spies in Advanced Fitness Inc. inform me that Hecker Jr has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Hecker Jr lands some shots froms side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Grey's face as Hecker Jr controls the position.
Hecker Jr working the body and head with strikes.
Hecker Jr in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Hecker Jr scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Grey to see if he's OK.#T1#
Hecker Jr 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 Grey's shoulder. That is not cool.
Hecker Jr lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #SUB2#
Hecker Jr has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Grey is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Hecker Jr yanks on the arm and Grey is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Hecker Jr.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jeff Hecker Jr!

Event: KoF: Underground
Date: Apr 24, 2021

#R1#
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Start paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Start as he avoids it easily.
Start avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice side step and Start releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Jeff Hecker Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hecker Jr will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A nice side step and Start releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Start sprawls well. Start wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hecker Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Start misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD2#
Start looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Start content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Start is trying to control the action in half guard but Hecker Jr is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Start content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hecker Jr trying to control from the bottom.
Hecker Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hecker Jr wants to control but Start is keeping busy.
Hecker Jr won't allow Start 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.
Start stalling.
Hecker Jr tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Start has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Start tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hecker Jr gets back to half guard.
Start throwing shots but Hecker Jr is blocking nicely.
Hecker Jr won't allow Start to pass to mount.
Hecker Jr regains full guard. Nicely done.
Hecker Jr working a defensive guard here. #T3#
Start sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Start trying to control but Hecker Jr is working from the bottom.
Start content to stall in guard here.
Start wants to control from the top but Hecker Jr keeps moving.
Start is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hecker Jr throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Hecker Jr might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hecker Jr 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.#CL#
Hecker Jr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Start tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hecker Jr lands a left hand that snaps the head of Start backwards.
Start wants a takedown.
Start drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #TD#
Hecker Jr jumps guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Start controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hecker Jr striking off his back but it's not causing Start any problems.
Start trying to control the position from guard on top but Hecker Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Start stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hecker Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Matthew Start dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Hecker Jr closes the distance and clinches up with Start, looking for a takedown. Hecker Jr pushes Start against the cage but Start circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hecker Jr is looking to clinch but Start is avoiding it.
Hecker Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Start.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hecker Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Start loads up on a big right hand but Hecker Jr slips the punch.
Start has a takedown stuffed.
Hecker Jr moves in looking to clinch but Start pushes him off.#T1#
Start missing with a left hand there. Hecker Jr was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Start manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hecker Jr catches Start with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD#
Start gets caught napping as Hecker Jr dives in and scores a takedown. Start manages to retain guard.#SU#
Hecker Jr gets to his feet. Start looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr throws a nice looking combination but Start bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Start is looking for the big counter here.
Start stuffs the takedown.
Start avoids a kick to the body. #T2#
Hecker Jr throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hecker Jr looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Start is fending him off so far but Hecker Jr persists. Nope, Start circles away and we're back to standing.
Hecker Jr fails with an attempt to clinch.
Start drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hecker Jr defends it well.
A shot to the liver by Start. Beautiful body shot.
Hecker Jr tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Start defends well and Hecker Jr ends up having to push Start into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Start appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown. No joy.
Start changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hecker Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hecker Jr throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Start to counter with a crisp jab.
Hecker Jr misses with a head kick.
Hecker Jr keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Start displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #T3#
Hecker Jr tries to score with a low kick but Start moves his leg out of the way.
Start swats away the attempt to clinch by Hecker Jr.
Start swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Start is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Start looks for a takedown but Hecker Jr sprawls well.
Start throws a right and a left that both miss.
Start throws a hook but Hecker Jr avoids it easily.
Hecker Jr blocks a leg kick.
Start has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL#
Hecker Jr clinches up with Start and pushes him back against the cage.#T4##BC2#
Start pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Nice sprawl there from Start as Hecker Jr shoots in.
Hecker Jr has a takedown stuffed.#TD#
Hecker Jr fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Start sprawls well initially but Hecker Jr persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Start trying to hold on to Hecker Jr's head to control him but Hecker Jr postures up.
Start won't allow Hecker Jr to pass to mount. #SU#
Hecker Jr postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Start to stand up.
Start fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hecker Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Start.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Matthew Start will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Start throws a hook to the side of Hecker Jr's head but Hecker Jr sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch there but Start circles away.
Start ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hecker Jr moves away.
Start circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hecker Jr closes this distance looking for a takedown but Start circles away.
Hecker Jr wants to clinch
and Start counters with an inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Start throws a leg kick but Hecker Jr sees it coming and moves out of range.
Hecker Jr lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#T1#
Hecker Jr is looking to clinch but Start is avoiding it.
Hecker Jr shoots for a takedown but Start saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Start paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Start leaves Hecker Jr with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Start counters with a body kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr lands a jab-cross combination.
Hecker Jr shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Start pinned against the cage. Start gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Hecker Jr shoots for a takedown but Start saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Start manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hecker Jr misses with a head kick.
Start tries a quick counter leg kick but Hecker Jr is wise to it.
Hecker Jr stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hecker Jr wants it to stay on the feet.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Start is having none of it.
Hecker Jr fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Start counters with a body kick.
Hecker Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Start tries to sprawl out of it but Hecker Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Start manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Start! But no joy.#T3#
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Start sprawls well. Start wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hecker Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Start tries for a takedown but Hecker Jr sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hecker Jr closes this distance looking for a takedown but Start circles away.
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt - Start sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Start throws a low kick but Hecker Jr avoids it.
Matthew Start seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
Hecker Jr tries to keep at a distance but Start has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hecker Jr stops a takedown attempt from Start.
Matthew Start is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Hecker Jr is pressed up against the cage. Start has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hecker Jr down to the mat. Hecker Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Jeff Hecker Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hecker Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Start circles away.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a double leg but Start sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Hecker Jr fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Start manages to avoid it.
Start with the counter takedown but Hecker Jr avoids it easily.
Hecker Jr darts in looking for a takedown but Start gets double underhooks and turns Hecker Jr into the cage.
Start changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Start taking a breather.
Hecker Jr looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Jeff Hecker Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hecker Jr tries a body shot but Start blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Matthew Start comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Start winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Matthew Start!
Matthew Start decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: KoF: GC
Date: Mar 27, 2021

#R1##CL#
Knox moves into the clinch successfully.
A short uppercut from Knox.
A short left from Knox.
A nice left hand lands by Knox.
Knox lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Hecker Jr breaks the clinch.
Knox avoids the head kick by Hecker Jr.
Horrible takedown attempt by Hecker Jr or perhaps it was just good defense by Knox, which made it look bad.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Hecker Jr throws out a leg kick but Knox moves out of range and Hecker Jr only half commits. #CL#
Knox has Hecker Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Knox. #T1#
Hecker Jr tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dizzy Knox has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
Knox scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Knox makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hecker Jr has Knox pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Knox manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #BC2#
Hecker Jr's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hecker Jr with a poor takedown #CL#
and Knox counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Knox manages to break the clinch.
Knox moves out of range as Hecker Jr throws a body kick.
Hecker Jr takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Dizzy Knox is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Knox throws a big shot that misses.
Knox lands with an overhand left.
Hecker Jr throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Knox's waist but Knox gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hecker Jr off to one side.
Hecker Jr looks up at the clock. Bad move! Knox lands a right hand from hell, dropping Hecker Jr. Knox pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Dizzy Knox!
Dizzy Knox really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Money Inc. (160Q with Proof ) 165$ logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: KoF:IW GC XXIX
Date: Feb 20, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Hecker Jr is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Cavalcante's half guard.#SUB#
Cavalcante looking for submissions off his back.
Cavalcante on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hecker Jr trying to control from half guard but Cavalcante is working away.
Hecker Jr thows a huge punch but Cavalcante dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Cavalcante looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Cavalcante looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Cavalcante manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Hecker Jr is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Cavalcante has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Hecker Jr is looking to defend but Cavalcante has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Hecker Jr! Cavalcante pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Hecker Jr taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Goncalo Cavalcante!

Event: KoF:IW Golden Claws XVII
Date: Jan 30, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Hecker Jr forces Minamino back against the cage and clinches.
Minamino looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#TD#
Minamino gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Minamino drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Hecker Jr dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Hecker Jr advances to half guard. #SUB#
Hecker Jr moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Minamino.
Hecker Jr scoring with punches from side control.
Hecker Jr is staying tight to Minamino's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SU2#
Hecker Jr stands up.
Hecker Jr throws a combination. Minamino tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT2#It looks like Kotaro Minamino has been cut.#T1#
Hecker Jr wants to clinch up but Minamino keeps it at a distance.
Minamino half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hecker Jr scores with a nice head shot.#CL2#
Minamino tries to keep at a distance but Hecker Jr has taken the fight into the clinch.
Minamino tries to pull guard but Hecker Jr forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hecker Jr lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Minamino.
Hecker Jr holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Hecker Jr tries to pull guard but Minamino won't allow it.
Minamino fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
Hecker Jr is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Minamino can't fight it off and eventually Hecker Jr manages to take the fight to the floor. Minamino looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hecker Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Hecker Jr cracks Minamino with a solid left hand.
Hecker Jr stands up over Minamino, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hecker Jr controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hecker Jr working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Minamino is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Hecker Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SU2#
Hecker Jr stands and steps away. Minamino gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hecker Jr is defended easily by Minamino.
Minamino is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Hecker Jr.
Minamino definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T3##TD2#
Hecker Jr gets a double leg takedown into Minamino's guard.
Hecker Jr trying to control the position from guard on top but Minamino is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hecker Jr keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Minamino's head.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hecker Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Minamino is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hecker Jr is aware though and is defending well.
Hecker Jr pushing down on Minamino's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Minamino is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hecker Jr sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Hecker Jr is looking to advance position but Minamino won't allow it. #T4##SUB#
Minamino looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hecker Jr trying to control from half guard but Minamino is working away.
Hecker Jr has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Advanced Fitness Inc.. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Ground and pound from Hecker Jr. #ROC2#Minamino is rocked!
Hecker Jr scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Oh Minamino is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Hecker Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Minamino keeps working. #SU2#
Hecker Jr stands up and beckons Minamino to join him on the feet.
A nice leg kick from Hecker Jr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Minamino but Minamino pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jeff Hecker Jr dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kotaro Minamino's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hecker Jr swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jeff Hecker Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Minamino gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hecker Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch there but Minamino circles away. #TD2#
Hecker Jr gets the takedown into side control.
Hecker Jr has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Minamino is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr tries for a kimura but Minamino is defending well.
Minamino tries to improve position but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Minamino is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Hecker Jr cracks Minamino with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Hecker Jr immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Minamino is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Hecker Jr!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jeff Hecker Jr!

Event: KoF:IW Golden Claws XV NYE
Date: Jan 02, 2021

#R1#
Jones stuffs the takedown attempt from Hecker Jr. Hecker Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jones is defended easily by Hecker Jr.
A counter left hand to the body from Hecker Jr misses its target.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jones swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jones will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hecker Jr is looking for a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hecker Jr sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hecker Jr tries a head kick but it misses.
Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jones moves out of range of the body kick from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jones feints the counter takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hecker Jr takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Hecker Jr seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Hecker Jr moves in looking to clinch but Jones pushes him off.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a double leg but Jones sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jones, as that shot connected.
A jab from Jones does it's job there.
Jeff Hecker Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice takedown defense from Jones. No joy for Hecker Jr on that attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hecker Jr.
Jones has a takedown stuffed.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T2#
Hecker Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones.
Nice body kick there by Hecker Jr.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones checks a leg kick.
Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jones throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Jones fails with the takedown
and Hecker Jr counters with a left and a right that stings Jones.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hecker Jr throws a right hand that Jones ducks under and follows up with a left that Jones also avoids with ease.
Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jones throws a head kick but Hecker Jr moves out of range.
Hecker Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jones tries to avoid it but Hecker Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jones to the ground. Jones escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jones gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Hecker Jr counters with a series of strikes. Jones will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3#
Some wild striking there from Jones.
Hecker Jr shoots in but no luck this time.
Hecker Jr moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Hecker Jr fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jones throws a head kick but Hecker Jr moves out of range.
Hecker Jr jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jones darts in looking for a takedown but Hecker Jr gets double underhooks and turns Jones into the cage.
Hecker Jr is looking to counter the offense by Jones and move into the clinch.
Hecker Jr scores with a body shot. #T4#
Jones throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hecker Jr counters with a left and a right that stings Jones. #TD#
Hecker Jr shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hecker Jr is keen to just control but Jones is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Hecker Jr seems to be working for a kimura but Jones defends the submission attempt.
Hecker Jr passes the guard and advances to mount!
Jones is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
Hecker Jr can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Jones is looking to escape.
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 Jeff Hecker Jr will probably get the nod.
That's time! Hecker Jr's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hecker Jr takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jones throws a sloppy head kick and Hecker Jr moves out of range easily.
Hecker Jr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Jones sprawls and moves away.
Hecker Jr shoots in and drives through. Jones sprawls well.
Hecker Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Jones, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jones stuns Hecker Jr with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Jeff Hecker Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones shoots in for a takedown but Hecker Jr shows good takedown defense.
Hecker Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Jones.
Hecker Jr gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Jones.
Hecker Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Jones circles away. #T1#
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hecker Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Hecker Jr.
Jones fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Jones circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hecker Jr misses with a two punch combination.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jones as he avoids it easily.
Jones lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hecker Jr circles away quickly and effectively.#T2#
Jones throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jonny Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Hecker Jr lands a jab to Jones's midsection.
Hecker Jr tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Jones defends well and Hecker Jr ends up having to push Jones into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Hecker Jr is trying to pull guard but Jones turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hecker Jr stalling in the clinch but Jones improves position.
Jones tries for a takedown. No joy.
Jones gets underhooks to prevent Hecker Jr's takedown attempt.
Hecker Jr is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Hecker Jr has had enough of the clinch but Jones keeps him there for the moment.#T3#
Hecker Jr is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Jones to keep the fight standing.
Jones gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hecker Jr.
Jones changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hecker Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hecker Jr shoots for a double leg takedown but Jones sprawls well. He's pushed Hecker Jr's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Jones changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Jones shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hecker Jr as he jumps to the side.
Hecker Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Jones misses with a takedown attempt - Hecker Jr sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Danga de danga de dang - Hecker Jr scores with a four punch combination!
Hecker Jr does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Hecker Jr scores with a hook to the body. Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a double leg but Jones sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Jones drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hecker Jr defends it well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hecker Jr is looking to clinch but Jones is avoiding it.
Jones throws out a powerful jab.
Jones jabs at Hecker Jr's body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jonny Jones 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! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Jones throws a sloppy head kick
and Hecker Jr counters with a one-two to the body.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Jones swings for the body but Hecker Jr moves out of range.
Hecker Jr keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jones manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Jones looks for a takedown but Hecker Jr sprawls well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Hecker Jr scores with a hook to the body. Jones takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jones scores with a jab to the jaw.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jones as he jumps to the side.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Jones looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hecker Jr throws a body kick that misses.
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jones.
Jones misses with an uppercut.
Hecker Jr seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Jones connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2#
Hecker Jr closes the distance and clinches up with Jones, looking for a takedown. Hecker Jr pushes Jones against the cage but Jones circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jones tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hecker Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hecker Jr tests Jones's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Jones moves out of range.
Jones is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Hecker Jr shoots for a takedown but Jones saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Jones tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hecker Jr is looking to wear down Jones with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jones shoots in but no luck this time.
Jones looks to land a right hand but Hecker Jr moved out of range.
Hecker Jr is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jones sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hecker Jr slips a jab from Jones.#T3#
Hecker Jr shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jones pinned against the cage. Jones gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jones looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hecker Jr fails with the takedown.
Jones shoots for a takedown but Hecker Jr saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Hecker Jr half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
Hecker Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Jones.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nice sprawl there from Jones as Hecker Jr shoots in.
Hecker Jr tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jones sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hecker Jr somewhat.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jones swats away the attempt to clinch by Hecker Jr.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jonny Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jones 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 28:29
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 21, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hecker Jr misses with a series of wild punches. #CL#
Ji Woo moves into the clinch successfully.
A short body shot lands from Ji Woo as the two fighters clinch.
Ji Woo lands a body punch in the clinch.
Ji Woo missing with knees to the body.
Ji Woo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Nice body punch from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo trying to land knees to the body.
Ji Woo wants to take the fight to the mat but Hecker Jr manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Hecker Jr managing to block the knees to the body from Ji Woo.
Ji Woo missing with knees to the body.
Ji Woo is leaning against Hecker Jr and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Ji Woo putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Hecker Jr in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Hecker Jr looks winded!
Ji Woo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Hecker Jr wants a takedown but no success here.
Hecker Jr avoiding damage as Ji Woo throws knees to the body.
Ji Woo is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Hecker Jr is defending well for now.#T1##TD#
Ji Woo has hold of one of Hecker Jr's legs. Hecker Jr is fighting the takedown attempt but Ji Woo gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Ji Woo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ji Woo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ji Woo passes the guard and advances to mount!
Ji Woo controlling from mount.
Hecker Jr working to try and regain half guard. #T2#
Ji Woo controlling from mount. #SUB#
Ji Woo working for a submission but Hecker Jr is keeping him at bay.
Ji Woo controlling the position easily from mount.
Ji Woo won't let Hecker Jr get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Ji Woo controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Ji Woo quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Ji Woo but it's paid off an Hecker Jr is forced to tap! Nice work by Ji Woo.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bong Ji Woo!
A very excited looking Bong Ji Woo 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: CMMA 44 Barnes vs Salvador
Date: Oct 25, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hecker Jr rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Lucas Iv moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
As Hecker Jr looks to move away, Lucas Iv throws a big counter combo but Hecker Jr just gets out of the way.
Lucas Iv shoots in and drives through. Hecker Jr sprawls well.
Hecker Jr appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Hecker Jr slaps away a takedown attempt from Lucas Iv, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hecker Jr fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hecker Jr looks to throw a body kick#TD#
and Lucas Iv counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hecker Jr won't be happy with that.
Lucas Iv tries to advance to mount but Hecker Jr denies him.
Hecker Jr is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr is trying to escape the position but Lucas Iv is controlling the position.
Lucas Iv lands a nice forearm strike. #SUB#
Lucas Iv goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hecker Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lucas Iv but great work by Hecker Jr.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hecker Jr throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Lucas Iv works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure. #T1#
Hecker Jr trying to control from half guard but Lucas Iv is working away.
Lucas Iv is trying to get back to full guard.
Hecker Jr thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Lucas Iv's head.
Lucas Iv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Lucas Iv is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #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.
Lucas Iv is looking to improve his position.
Hecker Jr wants to take a breather but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
Lucas Iv wants to improve his position but Hecker Jr is controlling well.
Hecker Jr throwing shots but Lucas Iv is blocking nicely.
Lucas Iv is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lucas Iv on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Lucas Iv tries to get out of the position.
Lucas Iv is working hard here to advance position.
Lucas Iv holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hecker Jr trying to control the action but Lucas Iv is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Hecker Jr shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lucas Iv pinned against the cage. Lucas Iv gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL2#
Hecker Jr has Lucas Iv up against the cage in a clinch. #TD#
Lucas Iv has hold of one of Hecker Jr's legs. Hecker Jr is fighting the takedown attempt but Lucas Iv gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Lucas Iv content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hecker Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Lucas Iv controlling from the top position.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of digs.#T4#
Lucas Iv postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lucas Iv landing with the ground and pound.
We've been hearing good reports from Lucas Iv'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.
Hecker Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lucas Iv cracks Hecker Jr with a solid left hand.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the position but Lucas Iv postures up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lucas Iv is in close to Hecker Jr's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It looked like Lucas Iv was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Hecker Jr.#CL2#
Hecker Jr takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Hecker Jr jumps into guard, dragging Lucas Iv to the mat.
Hecker Jr controls Lucas Iv momentarily but Lucas Iv frees himself.
Hecker Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Lucas Iv lands a couple of elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Lucas Iv postures up. #T1#
Lucas Iv scoring with some ground and pound.
Lucas Iv 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.
Hecker Jr controls Lucas Iv momentarily but Lucas Iv frees himself. #SUB2#
Hecker Jr looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Lucas Iv passes into side control.
Lucas Iv lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2#
Hecker Jr being controlled for a moment.
Hecker Jr is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SU#
Lucas Iv decides to stand back up. Lucas Iv steps back and let's Hecker Jr get back to his feet.#TD#
Lucas Iv bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
A lull in the action here.
Hecker Jr manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Hecker Jr trying to control but Lucas Iv postures up. #T3#
Hecker Jr holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Lucas Iv working Hecker Jr over with strikes.
Frank Lucas Iv overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hecker Jr trying to hold on to Lucas Iv's head to control him but Lucas Iv postures up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Lucas Iv lands a nice short elbow.
Lucas Iv controlling the action here.
Lucas Iv is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hecker Jr can do to turn this around?
Hecker Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lucas Iv looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Lucas Iv is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Lucas Iv controls from within his opponent's guard.
Hecker Jr is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lucas Iv stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hecker Jr swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Lucas Iv dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3##TD#
Lucas Iv shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Lucas Iv controlling the action here.
Hecker Jr tries to roll over but Lucas Iv keeps him under control.
Lucas Iv is nestled in close to Hecker Jr, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, Lucas Iv seems content to control.
Lucas Iv has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Hecker Jr works to full guard.
Lucas Iv looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Lucas Iv is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hecker Jr wants to stand and escape but Lucas Iv is having none of it.
Lucas Iv working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hecker Jr wants to get back to his feet but Lucas Iv is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Lucas Iv with a nice head shot there.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hecker Jr is trying to keep Lucas Iv in close. #SUB2#
Hecker Jr throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lucas Iv slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lucas Iv dodges the punch combination from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr throws a lazy uppercut
and Lucas Iv counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Hecker Jr fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lucas Iv avoids it really well and circles away.
Lucas Iv fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T3##CL2#
Hecker Jr has closed the distance and engaged Lucas Iv in a clinch. #TD#
Lucas Iv decides to pull guard.
Lucas Iv tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lucas Iv keeping moving, preventing Hecker Jr from controlling successfully.
Lucas Iv is pulling down on Hecker Jr's head to control his posture.
Lucas Iv looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Lucas Iv has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lucas Iv keeping moving, preventing Hecker Jr from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Frank Lucas Iv is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL2#
Hecker Jr takes the fight into the clinch.
Hecker Jr tries to land a knee to the head but Lucas Iv blocks with his arms.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hecker Jr tries to stall but Lucas Iv uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Jeff Hecker Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lucas Iv stalls.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frank Lucas Iv!
Frank Lucas Iv thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: CMMA 36 Nycz vs Pizza
Date: Sep 30, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Cruz throws an overhand right that lands on Hecker Jr's shoulder, as Hecker Jr tries to avoid the shot.
Hecker Jr now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Cruz throws the left hand but Hecker Jr avoids the punch easily.
Cruz fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Cruz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hecker Jr.
Cruz sets himself, and Hecker Jr steps forward looking for the clinch! Cruz avoids it this time.
Hecker Jr bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cruz lands with an overhand left.
Hecker Jr moves out of range as Cruz strikes.
Hecker Jr uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cruz.
Cruz circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've been told by Cruz's head coaches at Brooklyn MMA & Fitness that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hecker Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cruz.
Cruz sets himself, and Hecker Jr steps forward looking for the clinch! Cruz avoids it this time.
Cruz throws an off balance right hand
enabling Hecker Jr to counter with a crisp jab.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up but Cruz circles away and keeps his distance.
It looked like Cruz wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Hecker Jr will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hecker Jr moves in looking to clinch but Cruz pushes him off.
Hecker Jr throws a head kick but Cruz moves out of range.
Cruz was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Cruz is having none of it.
Hecker Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cruz.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Cruz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T1#
A left lands for Cruz.#ROC#Hecker Jr is rocked!
Cruz ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Hecker Jr's jaw. Hecker Jr's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Cruz does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Pablo Cruz!
Pablo Cruz really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Brooklyn Apothecary logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: CMMA 24 Platt vs Oakley
Date: Aug 16, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hecker Jr throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kelly is trying to counter with his kicks.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hecker Jr is defended easily by Kelly.
Hecker Jr will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A head kick misses from Hecker Jr. #CL2#
Kelly has taken the fight to the clinch. #TD2#
Kelly drags the fight down to the ground.
Kelly working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hecker Jr.
Kelly wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kelly holds on and takes a little breather.
Kelly keeping moving, preventing Hecker Jr from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Hecker Jr drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hecker Jr jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Kelly 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#
Kelly is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#SUB#
Hecker Jr drops back looking for a leg! Kelly is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kelly manages to kick Hecker Jr off! Hecker Jr jumps back into Kelly's guard.
Kelly tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Kelly is having none of it.
Hecker Jr tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD2#
Kelly shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kelly was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Hecker Jr is looking for a sweep.
Kelly really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hecker Jr. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Hecker Jr has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Kelly tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hecker Jr's legs. #SU2#
Kelly decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Hecker Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Kelly moves out of range easily. #T3#
Kelly fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kelly has a takedown stuffed.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Kelly. Hecker Jr shrugs it off though. #TD2#
Kelly scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Kelly wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hecker Jr keeps working. #SUB2#
Kelly goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Hecker Jr has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Kelly but great work by Hecker Jr.
Kelly struggling a bit here.#SU#
Hecker Jr decides to stand up, so the ref orders Kelly to his feet.
Kelly has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Hecker Jr is landing a low percentage of strikes.#T4#
Kelly changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hecker Jr tries to avoid it but Kelly manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hecker Jr to the ground. Hecker Jr escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jeff Hecker Jr has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ryan Kelly.#TD2#
Kelly shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kelly was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Hecker Jr is looking to get back to his feet here but Kelly is keeping cool and he's managed to take Hecker Jr's back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hecker Jr tries to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hecker Jr is in a bad position with Kelly working for a choke. Hecker Jr manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Jeff Hecker Jr will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Kelly shoots in and bounces Hecker Jr off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SUB#
Hecker Jr is looking for a triangle but Kelly pushes his legs off easily.
Kelly is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kelly scoring with punches to the head and body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kelly is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Kelly postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Kelly stays in close to Hecker Jr's body and controls the position.
Hecker Jr keeping moving, preventing Kelly from controlling successfully.
Hecker Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kelly is one step ahead there.
Kelly must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#ES#
Hecker Jr has his feet on Kelly's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kelly paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hecker Jr is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kelly sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt - Kelly sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Kelly steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hecker Jr.#T2##CL2#
Kelly moves into range and clinches up with Hecker Jr.#TD2#
Kelly gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Hecker Jr regains guard. #ES#
Hecker Jr manages to escape and get back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hecker Jr tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kelly sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hecker Jr somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kelly throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Hecker Jr moves in looking to clinch but Kelly pushes him off.
Hecker Jr gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Kelly counters with a takedown into side control. #ES#
Hecker Jr throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#T3#
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
No luck for Hecker Jr with that takedown attempt.
Kelly looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CL2#
Kelly pushes Hecker Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Kelly is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #BC2#
Kelly pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Hecker Jr tries to sprawl but Kelly drives through with a takedown into half guard.#ES#
Hecker Jr manages to escape and get back to his feet! #ROC2#Hecker Jr is rocked!#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Oh Hecker Jr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kelly flashes Hecker Jr a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Hecker Jr's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Hecker Jr crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Kelly punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ryan Kelly!

Event: CMMA 17 Branca vs Long
Date: Jul 19, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Stready has managed to clinch.
Stready changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hecker Jr fights it off and pushes away nicely. #TD#
Stready bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Stready is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hecker Jr has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Stready tries for a kimura but Hecker Jr is defending well.
Hecker Jr wants to control but Stready postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stready postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Stready fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Stready tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hecker Jr's legs. #SU#
Stready stands up and beckons Hecker Jr to his feet. #T1#
Hecker Jr misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A right-left combo lands from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Stready moves out of range. #CL#
Stready clinches up with Hecker Jr and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Stready's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Stready looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Stready with a hook.#CL#
Stready clinches.
Hecker Jr fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Stready looking for a takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Stready fails to land.
Stready misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Stready is pushing Hecker Jr up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Stready with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T2#
Hecker Jr working hard to break the clinch.
Hecker Jr controlling the action here for a moment. #BC#
Stready breaks the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Stready shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hecker Jr as he jumps to the side.
Hecker Jr tries to counter by closing the distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Freddy Stready. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr dives in for a single leg takedown but Stready sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hecker Jr.#CL#
Stready forces Hecker Jr back against the cage and clinches.
Stready drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Hecker Jr gets the underhooks and prevents it.
With the fighters up against the cage, Stready throws an elbow but misses. #T3##BC#
Stready's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Stready shoots in for a takedown but Hecker Jr shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Stready goes for a double leg but Hecker Jr avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hecker Jr continues to drive forward.
Stready is breathing heavily.
Hecker Jr has a takedown stuffed.
Hecker Jr scores with a kick to the body. #CL2#
Hecker Jr has closed the distance and engaged Stready in a clinch.
Stready working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Stready tries to work over Hecker Jr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Stready scores with a shot to the side of Hecker Jr's head.
Hecker Jr is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Stready gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T4##BC#
Stready breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Stready has closed the distance and engaged Hecker Jr in a clinch. #TD2#
Hecker Jr has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Stready uses from the top position.
Stready throws a big right hand that misses.
Stready is looking to advance position but Hecker Jr has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hecker Jr looking to control but Stready is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SU2#
Hecker Jr is standing up, even though he is in mount.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Stready.
Hecker Jr is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Freddy Stready dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Stready scores with a one two! Hecker Jr had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL#
Stready darts in and clinches Hecker Jr up against the cage.
Stready lands an elbow inside. #TD2#
Stready is fighting off a takedown attempt but Hecker Jr is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Stready to the mat. Stready regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#ES#
Stready pushes Hecker Jr off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stready fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Stready slaps away a takedown attempt from Hecker Jr, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Stready scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Hecker Jr lands with a shot to the body.
Hecker Jr fails with the takedown.
Hecker Jr is breathing heavily.
Stready fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T1#
Stready fails with a takedown attempt.
A left and a right from Stready both land. Nice combination. #TD2#
Hecker Jr fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Stready sprawls well initially but Hecker Jr persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Stready pushes Hecker Jr off and gets back to his feet.
Stready misses with a series of wild punches.
Hecker Jr has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hecker Jr displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Stready.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Freddy Stready. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A combination from Stready does no damage.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hecker Jr looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Stready takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
Hecker Jr clinches up against the cage.
Hecker Jr looking for a takedown.
Stready has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hecker Jr after a bit of a struggle.
Stready is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hecker Jr can do to turn this around?
Hecker Jr tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Stready smiles and moves away.
Stready swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hecker Jr is trying hard to land a takedown here. Stready sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Stready but Stready pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Stready drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hecker Jr sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Stready rushes Hecker Jr and presses him up against the cage.
Hecker Jr stalling in the clinch but Stready improves position.
Freddy Stready has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Stready tries for a takedown but Hecker Jr manages to get underhooks. #T3#
Stready misses with an elbow over the top.
Stready throws an elbow that misses.
Hecker Jr is pressed up against the cage. Stready has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Hecker Jr down to the mat. Hecker Jr avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Stready is trying hard to land a takedown here. Hecker Jr sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Hecker Jr lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Stready stuffs the takedown.
Stready showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Stready moves out of range. #CL#
Hecker Jr gets tackled into the cage by Stready. Stready maintains the clinch.
Stready is looking for a takedown.
Stready looking to stall.
Hecker Jr has Stready pressed against the cage, preventing Stready from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4#
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hecker Jr is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Hecker Jr prevents a body shot from Stready.
Stready drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hecker Jr pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hecker Jr defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Stready.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but Stready shows good takedown defense.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hecker Jr.
Freddy Stready is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Hecker Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Stready tries to bum rush Hecker Jr with a series of wild strikes but Hecker Jr uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Freddy Stready dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Hecker Jr dodges the punch combination from Stready.
Freddy Stready is winning the standup battle so far.
Nice defenses there by Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr shoots in looking for a takedown but Stready manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hecker Jr's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Stready half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL#
Stready rushes Hecker Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hecker Jr tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Stready is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Hecker Jr gets control of Stready's arms and successfully pulls guard. Hecker Jr will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Hecker Jr trying to keep a closed guard but Stready is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Stready has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Hecker Jr to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Stready is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Hecker Jr pulls down on the head and he's put Stready to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jeff Hecker Jr!

Event: CMMA 11 Salvador vs Steiner
Date: Jun 27, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Haquerez tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hecker Jr is able to avoid easily.
Hecker Jr seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#TD2#
Haquerez closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Hecker Jr's guard.
Hecker Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Haquerez is one step ahead there.
Haquerez postures up.
Haquerez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Hecker Jr looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hecker Jr is looking for a triangle but Haquerez pushes his legs off easily.
Haquerez stays in close to Hecker Jr's body and controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Let's hope that Haquerez has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Haquerez is looking to pass into half guard but Hecker Jr pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Hecker Jr is in guard.#REVR#
Hecker Jr wants to control from the top but Haquerez keeps moving.
Haquerez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hecker Jr is fighting to break Haquerez's control of his arms but Haquerez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Haquerez.
Haquerez 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#
Haquerez controlling the action here.
Hecker Jr wants to improve his position but Haquerez is controlling well. #T3#
Well, if Haquerez 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.
Haquerez lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Still in half guard, Haquerez seems content to control.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Yet more stalling tactics from Haquerez.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hecker Jr shoots in looking for a takedown but Haquerez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hecker Jr's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Haquerez avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Haquerez as he jumps to the side.
Haquerez's coach down at Cozad MMA Rio was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Haquerez's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Haquerez throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Hecker Jr's head.
Hecker Jr shoots for a takedown but Haquerez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but Haquerez shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hecker Jr is breathing heavily.#CL2#
Haquerez moves into the clinch successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hecker Jr tries to pull guard but Haquerez won't allow it. #BC2#
Haquerez's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Haquerez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Haquerez dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hecker Jr throws a right hand that Haquerez ducks under and follows up with a left that Haquerez also avoids with ease.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Hecker Jr connects with a nice looking jab.
Haquerez defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Haquerez.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Haquerez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Hecker Jr gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Haquerez scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#T1#
Haquerez showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SU2#
Haquerez stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Haquerez throws a sloppy head kick and Hecker Jr moves out of range easily.
Emanuel Haquerez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hecker Jr has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Haquerez throws a low kick but it's checked well by Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Haquerez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Hecker Jr as he jumps to the side. #T2#
Haquerez looks to land a right hand but Hecker Jr moved out of range.
Hecker Jr dodges the punch combination from Haquerez.
Haquerez checks a leg kick nicely.
Haquerez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up.
Haquerez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Hecker Jr defends it nicely.
Hecker Jr ducks under a wild hook from Haquerez.#TD2#
Haquerez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hecker Jr tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Haquerez is in Hecker Jr's guard.
Hecker Jr is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Haquerez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Hecker Jr trying to keep a closed guard but Haquerez is proving a slippery customer.
Hecker Jr can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Haquerez controls the pace.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Haquerez postures up. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Haquerez looks to land a left hand but Hecker Jr moved out of range nicely.
Hecker Jr goes for a double leg but Haquerez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Haquerez continues to drive forward.
Hecker Jr throws a head kick but Haquerez moves out of range.
Haquerez has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Haquerez misses with a series of wild punches.
Hecker Jr tried to counter with a leg kick but Haquerez avoided it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Haquerez keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Emanuel Haquerez seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Haquerez throws a looping overhand right but Hecker Jr ducks down to avoid it.
Haquerez throws a body punch but Hecker Jr moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Emanuel Haquerez showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Haquerez looks to score with a jab to the body but Hecker Jr is just out of range.
Hecker Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Haquerez tries to avoid it but Hecker Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Haquerez to the ground. Haquerez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Haquerez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hecker Jr.
Haquerez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Haquerez loads up on a big right hand but Hecker Jr slips the punch.
Haquerez misses with a wild body shot.
Hecker Jr will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but Haquerez shows good takedown defense.
Hecker Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Haquerez.
Hecker Jr steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Haquerez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Haquerez has managed to clinch.
Hecker Jr takes an elbow to the forehead. #BC2#
Haquerez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jeff Hecker Jr is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T1#
Hecker Jr misses with a takedown attempt - Haquerez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jeff Hecker Jr. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hecker Jr shoots in and drives through. Haquerez sprawls well.
Hecker Jr shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Haquerez pinned against the cage. Haquerez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Haquerez looks to score with a jab to the body but Hecker Jr is just out of range.
Haquerez throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Haquerez misses the jab.
Haquerez throws a shot from downtown. Hecker Jr moves away and avoids it.
Haquerez throws a jab but it's blocked by Hecker Jr.
Haquerez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Haquerez paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2#
Hecker Jr checks a leg kick nicely.
Haquerez throws a body punch but Hecker Jr moves out of range. #TD2#
Haquerez drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Hecker Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Haquerez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Haquerez preventing the sweep.
Haquerez looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Haquerez stopping the sweep attempt from Hecker Jr.
Haquerez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hecker Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Haquerez tries to avoid it but Hecker Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Haquerez to the ground. Haquerez escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Haquerez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hecker Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Haquerez.
Emanuel Haquerez is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#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.
Hecker Jr shoots in but no luck this time.
A good leg kick by Haquerez.
A swing and a miss from Haquerez.#CL2#
Haquerez has Hecker Jr up against the cage in a clinch. #BC2#
Haquerez breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Haquerez throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hecker Jr uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Haquerez.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hecker Jr wants to clinch.
Jeff Hecker Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hecker Jr is looking to clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Emanuel Haquerez!
A less than humble Emanuel Haquerez misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 21, 2020

The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Hecker Jr fails with the takedown.
Jimmy lands a high kick!
Jimmy keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.

Jimmy darts in and clinches Hecker Jr up against the cage.

Jimmy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hecker Jr has a takedown stuffed.
Slim Jimmy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hecker Jr looks to score with a jab to the body but Jimmy is just out of range.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up.
Jimmy throws a head kick that misses
and Hecker Jr counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Hecker Jr wants to clinch.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jimmy misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hecker Jr.
Jimmy sets himself, and Hecker Jr steps forward looking for the clinch! Jimmy avoids it this time.
A head kick misses from Jimmy.
Jimmy lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Hecker Jr circles away quickly and effectively.
Hecker Jr blocks the body kick.
Jimmy misses with a kick to the body.
Slim Jimmy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hecker Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hecker Jr looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.

The fight moves into the clinch position.
Jimmy gets underhooks to prevent Hecker Jr's takedown attempt.

Jimmy's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Jimmy misses with the combination.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jimmy misses with a kick to the body.
Hecker Jr 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.
Jimmy throws a head kick that half lands.
Jimmy with the inside leg kick.
Jimmy throws a right hand that Hecker Jr ducks under and follows up with a left that Hecker Jr also avoids with ease.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!

Hecker Jr closes the distance and pushes Jimmy back into the cage.

Hecker Jr breaks the clinch.
Hecker Jr works Jimmy's body with a nice hook.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jimmy misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hecker Jr doesn't manage to clinch there - Jimmy circles away.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch but Jimmy moves away
and Jimmy counters with a low kick, right behind Hecker Jr 's knee.
Jimmy feints and then cracks Hecker Jr's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Hecker Jr down.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
A low kick from Jimmy misses

and Hecker Jr moves into the clinch.

Jimmy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jimmy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hecker Jr fails with the takedown
and Jimmy counters with a series of strikes. Hecker Jr will be more careful next time no doubt.
Jimmy is breathing heavily.

Jimmy forces Hecker Jr back against the cage and clinches.

Hecker Jr manages to break the clinch.
Jimmy tries a head kick but it misses.

Hecker Jr moves into the clinch.
Hecker Jr looking for a takedown.
Jimmy unloads a knee to the mid-section.

Jimmy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jimmy stuffs the takedown.
Hecker Jr changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Jimmy tries to avoid it but Hecker Jr manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Jimmy to the ground. Jimmy escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Jimmy seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jimmy stuffs the takedown attempt from Hecker Jr. Hecker Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hecker Jr fails with the takedown.

Jimmy rushes Hecker Jr and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.

Jimmy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jimmy showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hecker Jr.
Jimmy pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Hecker Jr back to the cage. Jimmy follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.

Jimmy pushes Hecker Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Knees to the body from Jimmy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Slim Jimmy dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!

Jimmy moves into range and clinches up with Hecker Jr.
Jimmy prevents the takedown attempt.

Jimmy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hecker Jr sizes up Jimmy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Hecker Jr sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Jimmy lands a nice shot to the body.
Jimmy misses with a hook to the body
and Hecker Jr counters with a one-two to the body.
Jimmy is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hecker Jr can do to turn this around?
Jimmy thumps Hecker Jr with a low kick.
Hecker Jr 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.
Jimmy slaps away a takedown attempt from Hecker Jr, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Hecker Jr takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hecker Jr with a lazy takedown attempt

and Jimmy counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Jimmy.
Slim Jimmy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.

That's one minute gone in the round.

Jimmy manages to break the clinch.
Jimmy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hecker Jr.
Jimmy is looking to counter with head kicks.
Slim Jimmy is winning the standup battle so far.
Jimmy throws a front kick that sends Hecker Jr stumbling back into the cage.

Jimmy moves into the clinch successfully.
Hecker Jr tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jimmy just stands there and leans against the cage.
Jimmy presses Hecker Jr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.

Jimmy escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.

Jimmy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.

Jimmy breaks from the clinch.
Jimmy thuds his shin into the meat of Hecker Jr's side.
Jimmy misses with a kick to the body.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jimmy manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Jimmy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Hecker Jr stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Jimmy.

Jimmy has managed to clinch.

Jimmy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hecker Jr with a lazy takedown attempt

and Jimmy counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
This has been an exciting period of action!

Jimmy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hecker Jr wants to clinch.
Hecker Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.

Hecker Jr moves into the clinch.
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Jimmy manages to get underhooks.

Hecker Jr breaks the clinch.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hecker Jr throws a low kick but Jimmy moves out of range easily.
Hecker Jr throws a head kick but Jimmy moves out of range.
Slim Jimmy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hecker Jr fails with the takedown.
Hecker Jr fails with a takedown attempt.
Jimmy defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hecker Jr.
A nice inside leg kick there by Jimmy. That's going to slow Hecker Jr down.
Jimmy misses with a wild body shot.
Danga de danga de dang - Jimmy scores with a four punch combination!

Jimmy closes the distance and clinches.
Slim Jimmy has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Hecker Jr is looking for a takedown.

That's four minutes gone in the round.

Jimmy pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.

Jimmy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hecker Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hecker Jr is trying to stall.
Jimmy with a knee to the head.
Hecker Jr misses with an elbow strike.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Jimmy gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hecker Jr.

Jimmy breaks the clinch.
Hecker Jr tries to close the distance and clinch but Jimmy swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.

Excellent takedown into side control there by Hecker Jr.
Hecker Jr trying to control the position but Jimmy is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Slim Jimmy 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!

Jimmy misses with a double jab.
Hecker Jr raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Jimmy throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
That kick from Jimmy tenderised Hecker Jr's leg. Hecker Jr is trying to keep his angry face on.
Hecker Jr is looking to clinch but Jimmy is avoiding it.
Jimmy misses with a body kick.
Hecker Jr tries to score a power double leg takedown but Jimmy sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hecker Jr somewhat.
A little feinted left hand from Jimmy on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Jimmy misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slapping body kick lands there for Jimmy.
A head kick misses from Jimmy.
Hecker Jr tries to clinch there but Jimmy circles away.
Jimmy misses with an attempted mid kick.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hecker Jr tries for a takedown but Jimmy circles away easily
and Jimmy counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.

That's one minute gone in the round.
Jimmy looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Jimmy circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jimmy as he jumps to the side.
Slim Jimmy has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jeff Hecker Jr.
Jimmy takes a swing at Hecker Jr's ribcage but misses.
Hecker Jr unleashes a big counter combination but Jimmy bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jimmy.
Jimmy stuffs the takedown.
Hecker Jr fails with the takedown
and Jimmy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jimmy moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hecker Jr shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jimmy as he avoids it easily.

That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jimmy misses with an uppercut.
Jimmy throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hecker Jr counters with a left and a right that stings Jimmy.

Jimmy has managed to clinch.

Jimmy breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Jimmy stuffs the takedown attempt from Hecker Jr. Hecker Jr gets slowly back to his feet.
Jimmy is looking for a counter combo.
Jimmy is looking to wear down Hecker Jr with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Hecker Jr pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jimmy lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jimmy goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Jimmy misses with a wild body shot.
Hecker Jr wants to clinch up but Jimmy keeps it at a distance.
Hecker Jr closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jimmy circles away.
Jimmy tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Hecker Jr manages to circle out of the way.
Hecker Jr has a takedown stuffed.

That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hecker Jr takes a body punch but keeps moving.
An inside leg kick from Jimmy misses.
Hecker Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Jimmy tries to sprawl out of it but Hecker Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jimmy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Jimmy swats away the attempt to clinch by Hecker Jr.
Jimmy throws a head kick that misses.
Hecker Jr throws a counter combo.
Hecker Jr moves in looking to clinch but Jimmy pushes him off.
Hecker Jr throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.

That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hecker Jr throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hecker Jr shoots in looking for a takedown. Jimmy tries to sprawl out of it but Hecker Jr keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jimmy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.

Jimmy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hecker Jr, pushing him back against the cage.
Hecker Jr throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jimmy blocks it with crossed arms.

Hecker Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hecker Jr takes a kick to the side of the head.
Hecker Jr dives in and grabs Jimmy's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jimmy pushes down on Hecker Jr's head and hops out.
Hecker Jr's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.

Jimmy has Hecker Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Jeff Hecker Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Slim Jimmy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Jimmy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Slim Jimmy showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Jimmy, 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 30:27
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Slim Jimmy!
An intense looking Slim Jimmy took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: 'What the fuck did you just fucking say about me, you little bitch? I'll have you know I graduated top of my class in the Navy Seals, and I've been involved in numerous secret raids on Al-Quaeda, and I have over 300 confirmed kills. I am trained in gorilla warfare and I'm the top sniper in the entire'.

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