Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GAMMA#1113 Cleever v Kalske
Date: Nov 23, 2024

#R1#
Kalske swings widly with a right hand
and Cleever counters with a nice uppercut.
We've been told by Cleever's head coaches at Hare of the Dog Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kalske with a nice cross.
Cleever on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Cleever misses with a hook.#CL2#
Kalske rushes Cleever and presses him up against the cage.
Kalske leaning against his opponent.
Cleever lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kalske backwards.
Kalske misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cleever lands a shoulder strike.
Kalske's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kalske.
A short body shot lands from Cleever as the two fighters clinch.
Kalske goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cleever misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cleever.
Kalske lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Cleever digs a right hand into Kalske's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kalske's gas tank.
Cleever blocks a body shot from Kalske. #T1##BC#
Cleever escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cleever just misses with a punch to the body.
Miet Cleever is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kalske lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD2#
Kalske gets the takedown into side control.

Cleever sneaks out the side door and pushes Kalske away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Good standup being displayed there by Kalske as he connects with a hook.
Kalske misses with a left hand
letting Cleever counter with a right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cleever takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Cleever rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kalske moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Kalske has closed the distance and engaged Cleever in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cleever.
Cleever tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kalske lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Cleever or not. #T2#
Kalske swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kalske lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Cleever fails to land.
Cleever blocks a body shot from Kalske.
Cleever lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cleever creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Cleever as Kalske tries to tie him up.
Kalske can't find room to land a body shot as Cleever controls the action.
Kalske lands a nice shot to the body. #BC#
Cleever manages to break the clinch.
Cleever doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kalske swings for the body but Cleever moves out of range.
Kalske connects with a right hand. Cleever shakes it off.
Cleever swings widly with a right hand
and Kalske counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Cleever thinking.
Kalske lands with a kick to the ribs. #T3#
Cleever throws a body shot but no joy.
Kalske misses with a looping left.
Cleever defending well as Kalske loads up on a big left hand.
Cleever feints and then cracks Kalske's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kalske down.
Cleever misses with a body shot
and Cleever takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Cleever misses with a looping left.
Kalske looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kalske ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Cleever looks to score with a jab to the body but Kalske is just out of range.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cleever swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske throws a body kick that misses
and Cleever cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Cleever uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kalske.
Kalske attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Cleever feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kalske slips a straight right by Cleever.
Cleever shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL2#
Kalske gets in close and instigates a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cleever misses with a hook from the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kalske.
Kalske tries to work over Cleever's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cleever tries to throw a body punch but Kalske avoids it by throwing Cleever back against the cage. #BC#
Cleever's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kalske throws a body punch but Cleever moves out of range.
Cleever throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kalske just misses with a punch to the body.
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 Miet Cleever will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kalske takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kalske lands with an uppercut that bounces Cleever off the cage and back into range.
Kalske looks to score with a jab to the body but Cleever is just out of range.
A quick step to the side and Cleever tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Cleever throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it. #TD2#
Kalske scores with a takedown into Cleever's guard.

Cleever has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kalske has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Miet Cleever has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kalske scores with a shot to the side of Cleever's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cleever tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kalske blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kalske creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kalske misses with a punch to the body.
Cleever tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kalske blocking some punches.
Cleever blocks a body shot from Kalske. #T1#
A short right from Cleever.
Kalske digs a right hand into Cleever's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Cleever's gas tank.
Kalske fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cleever presses Kalske against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Cleever misses with some punches.
Cleever misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cleever throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Cleever misses with a punch to the body.
A short left from Cleever.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kalske.
Cleever prevents a body shot from Kalske.
Kalske lands a shoulder strike.
Cleever lands a nice uppercut.
Kalske takes a shot to the head.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cleever.
Kalske lands an uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cleever swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cleever creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T2#
Kalske misses with a punch on the inside.
Cleever throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Cleever blocks a body shot from Kalske.
Cleever pushes Kalske back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cleever prevents a body shot from Kalske.
Kalske is working Cleever over against the cage.
Kalske blocks a body shot from Cleever.
Kalske blocks a body shot from Cleever.
Kalske blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kalske dodges an elbow strike from Cleever.
Cleever lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A short body shot lands from Cleever as the two fighters clinch.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cleever's elbow.
Cleever scores with a shoulder strike.
Cleever lands an uppercut.
Kalske is breathing heavily.
Nice body punch from Cleever.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cleever. #BC#
Cleever breaks the clinch.
Cleever throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T3#
Cleever swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cleever defends it well.
Cleever swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Cleever throws a leg kick but Kalske moved away.
Kalske blocks a head kick by Cleever.
A low kick from Kalske is predictable there
and Cleever counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
Kalske drives through with a takedown into guard.
Cleever is looking to stand up but Kalske isn't so interested in that idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4##SUB2#
Kalske has gone for a leg lock! Cleever slips out almost immediately though and dives into Kalske's guard.#REVR##SU#
Kalske is working an open guard so Cleever takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Kalske 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.
Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cleever.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Cleever defends it well.
Cleever swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kalske is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kalske tries to clinch up but Cleever circles away and keeps his distance.
Cleever was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Cleever throws a body shot but no joy.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske has a takedown stuffed.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Miet Cleever dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R3#
Kalske misses with a lunging right hand
and Cleever counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kalske misses with a hook.
Kalske takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Miet Cleever is winning the standup battle so far.
Cleever connects with an inside leg kick.
Kalske swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Cleever swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kalske throws a body kick that misses.
Kalske looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cleever tries a head kick but it misses.
Cleever throws a leg kick but Kalske sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Cleever misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kalske connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Kalske slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kalske slips a straight right by Cleever.
Kalske is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kalske keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kalske with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Cleever counter with a right hand.
Kalske blocks a low kick nicely.
Kalske lands a leg kick that knocks Cleever off balance momentarily.
Cleever has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Cleever fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kalske checks it well.
Cleever loads up on a big right hand but Kalske slips the punch.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Cleever but Cleever pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2#
Kalske scores with a punch to the head.
Kalske takes a swing at Cleever's ribcage but misses.
Kalske with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cleever ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kalske moves away.
Cleever uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kalske has time to react.
A shot to the liver by Kalske. Beautiful body shot.
Kalske throws a sloppy head kick and Cleever moves out of range easily.
Cleever is looking for a counter combo.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Cleever. Kalske does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cleever lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T3#
Cleever lands a nice looking body shot.
Cleever throws a front kick aimed at Kalske's knee but Kalske avoids it well.
A jab lands there for Kalske.
Kalske uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cleever.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cleever.
Cleever loads up on a big right hand but Kalske slips the punch.
Cleever lands a really nice looking cross but Kalske seems unphased.
Kalske misses the body punch #KD#
and Cleever counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kalske! Cleever lets Kalske back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Kalske is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A slow jab from Kalske misses its intended target.
Kalske is still on wobbly legs! Can Cleever finish him?
Cleever scoring well with a low kick there.
Cleever lands a nice shot to the body.
Kalske seems to have recovered his senses.
Kalske takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Kalske throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cleever sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cleever lands with a shot to the body.
Cleever connects with a leg kick.
Cleever fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kalske has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kalske works Cleever's body with a nice hook.
Cleever misses with a looping right.
Kalske with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Cleever counter with a right hand.
Miet Cleever has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Cleever misses with a looping left.
Cleever works Kalske's body with a nice hook.
Kalske takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Miet Cleever clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Cleever throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Good work by Kalske as he checks the leg kick.
Kalske throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt
and Kalske takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kalske works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kalske throws a push kick but Cleever slaps the foot to one side.
A clash of legs there as Kalske blocks the low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cleever throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Kalske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cleever.
Cleever sets himself, and Kalske steps forward looking for the clinch! Cleever avoids it this time.
Kalske checks a low kick from Cleever.#T1#
Kalske uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cleever.
Kalske wants to counter with a clinch but Cleever pushes him away.
Kalske missing with a left hand there. Cleever was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Cleever throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Kalske looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cleever.
Kalske swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kalske has his takedown stuffed
letting Cleever counter with a right hand.
Kalske takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kalske tries to clinch but Cleever is having none of it.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Cleever.#T2#
Cleever slips under a jab from Kalske.
Kalske blocks a head kick by Cleever.
Cleever avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kalske tries for a takedown but Cleever circles away easily
and Cleever counters with a stiff right hand.
Miet Cleever has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Kalske misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Cleever makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Cleever avoids the body shot from Kalske.
Cleever fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kalske just manages to avoid it.
Kalske with a nice cross.
A jab from Kalske finds it's way through Cleever's defenses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kalske.#T3#
A solid body kick from Kalske.
Kalske looks to throw a body kick
and Cleever counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kalske looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kalske throws a hook but Cleever blocks it.
Cleever feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Kalske crashing to the mat! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 4, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Miet Cleever!
During a confident post fight interview, Miet Cleever thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Hohenthal vs Reepo
Date: Nov 03, 2024

#R1#
Mumba swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chikara MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kalske. That's going to slow Mumba down.
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mumba was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Kalske is looking to clinch.
Mumba now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Mumba's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kalske connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mumba scrambles back to his feet.
Kalske throws a body punch but Mumba moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Mumba misses the target.
Kalske misses with a low kick as Mumba jumps back.
Mumba is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Mumba on the side of the head.
Mumba throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kalske tries to counter by clinching up but Mumba breaks away and moves out of range.
Mumba on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T1#
Kalske throws a nice inside leg kick.
Mumba misses with a body shot.
Nice defenses there by Kalske.
Kalske misses with a hook
and Mumba counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske misses with a left hand
and Mumba counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Mumba throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Kalske lands a right hook to the body.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mumba paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mumba circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Mumba to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Kalske tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kalske blocks a jab.
Kalske throws the left hand but Mumba avoids the punch easily.
Kalske misses with a body shot
and Mumba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mumba ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mumba ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Kalske takes a swing at Mumba's ribcage but misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Mumba misses.
Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Mumba.
Mumba avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mumba! But no joy.
Mumba staying out of range there.#T3#
Kalske takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kalske throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Mumba counters with a straight right hand.
Kalske wants to clinch.
Mumba swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mumba misses with a straight right.
Kalske seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kalske looks to clinch
and Mumba counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mumba checks a low kick from Kalske.
Kalske sets himself, and Mumba steps forward looking for the clinch! Kalske avoids it this time.
Kalske lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#T4#
Mumba misses with a right hand
and Kalske counters with a nice body shot.
A combination from Mumba does no damage.
Mumba misses with a straight right. #CL#
Kalske clinches up with Mumba and pushes him back against the cage.
Mumba fails to pull guard.
Mumba wants to break the clinch but can't.
Kalske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mumba jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kalske walks away with a smile on his face. Mumba gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske scores with a decent looking hook.#CL#
Kalske rushes Mumba and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Mumba blocks a body shot from Kalske.
Kalske makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kalske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Kwawi Mumba will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Mumba misses with a left hand
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut.
Kalske lands with a nice body punch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kalske. Mumba does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kalske tries to clinch there but Mumba circles away.
Kwawi Mumba seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kalske misses with a low kick.
Kalske tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kalske wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mumba throws a shot from downtown. Kalske moves away and avoids it.
As Mumba tries to get set, Kalske tries to push him back and clinch up but Mumba manages to avoid the attempt.
Kalske misses with a hook to the body
and Mumba counters with a straight right hand.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mumba paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kalske tries to clinch
and Mumba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Kalske misses with a body punch
and Mumba counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske dodges the punch combination from Mumba.
Kalske doesn't manage to clinch there - Mumba circles away.
A swing and a miss from Mumba.
A counter left hand to the body from Kalske misses its target.
Kalske throws a combination. Mumba tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kalske punishes Mumba's body with a nice straight punch.
Mumba takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mumba throws a big shot that misses.
Kalske was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T2#
Mumba swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Mumba digs a good body shot into Kalske's ribs.
Mumba misses the shot to the body.
Kalske is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kalske throws a body shot but no joy.
Mumba swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Kalske counters by clinching up.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske lands a hook that snaps the head of Mumba backwards.
Mumba is trying to pull guard but Kalske has him pressed against the cage.
Mumba is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kalske to keep the fight standing.#BC2#
Mumba breaks the clinch.
Kalske lands a leg kick that knocks Mumba off balance momentarily.
Kalske misses with a low kick as Mumba jumps back.
Kalske scores with a shot to the body. #T3#
Mumba misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kalske avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kalske misses the shot to the body.
Kalske lands a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kalske looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Mumba wants to counter with a clinch but Kalske pushes him away.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Mumba.
Kalske waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Mumba.
Kalske tries to clinch up.
Mumba looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kalske is looking to clinch. #T4#
Kalske misses with a body shot.
Kalske fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mumba pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kalske fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mumba connects with a body shot that sends Kalske's belly button to the back.
Kalske slips a jab from Mumba.
Kalske swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kalske with a jab.
Mumba scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kalske in his tracks.
Kalske is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Mumba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kalske tries to clinch but Mumba is having none of it.
Kalske throws a body punch but Mumba moves out of range.
Mumba keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kalske looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Despite the aggression on Mumba's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kalske keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fighters circling - Mumba throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mumba misses with an uppercut.
Kalske throws a jab when Mumba was well out of range.
Kalske moves out of range as Mumba strikes.#T1#
Kalske stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kalske misses with a jab to the body
and Mumba counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kalske.
Mumba throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kalske takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kalske is looking to clinch but Mumba is avoiding it.
Kalske is looking to wear down Mumba with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Kalske takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Mumba misses with a hook. Kalske ducked under it nicely.
Kalske keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mumba throws a combination that misses
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Mumba ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A slow jab from Mumba misses its intended target.
Mumba avoids the body shot from Kalske.
Mumba circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Mumba counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mumba throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kalske sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Mumba misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Kalske was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Mumba.
Kalske misses with a two punch combination.
Mumba wants to counter with a clinch but Kalske pushes him away.#T3#
Kalske blocks a jab.
Mumba lands a jab to Kalske's midsection.
Mumba swats away the attempt to clinch by Kalske.
Mumba fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Mumba lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Mumba stalks Kalske and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Kalske's face. Kalske staggers backwards, shaken.
Kalske bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mumba checks a leg kick nicely.
Kalske misses with a body punch
and Mumba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Kalske fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Kalske closes the distance and clinches.
Mumba tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kalske just stands there and leans against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mumba tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kalske can't find room to land a body shot as Mumba controls the action.
Mumba tries to pull guard but Kalske won't allow it.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwawi Mumba.
Mumba is trying to pull guard but Kalske turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kalske tries a body shot but Mumba blocks it.
Kalske lands a body shot.
Mumba tries to pull guard but Kalske forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC2#
Mumba's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kalske fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mumba on the side of the head.
Mumba throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kwawi Mumba really dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R4##CL#
Kalske clinches with his opponent.
Mumba tries to pull guard but Kalske won't allow it.
Mumba tries to pull guard but Kalske won't allow it.
Mumba tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kalske just stands there and leans against the cage.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwawi Mumba.
Mumba tries to pull guard but Kalske won't allow it.
Kalske misses with a punch to the body.
Mumba tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kalske smiles and moves away.
Mumba lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mumba avoids the body shot from Kalske.
Mumba is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kalske with a body shot.#T1#
The fighters circling - Mumba throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mumba looks to land a right hand but Kalske moved out of range.
Kalske cracks Mumba with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mumba steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kalske. That one must have hurt.
Mumba needs to keep his hands up - Kalske had a free shot at his head there.
Mumba with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mumba. Kalske does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kalske dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Kalske instigates a clinch. #T2#
Mumba fails to pull guard.
Mumba jumps guard but Kalske stands there with Mumba around his waist. Mumba gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Kalske fails to land.
A right hook to the body lands for Kalske.
Kalske can't find room to land a body shot as Mumba controls the action.
Kalske throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Mumba is trying to pull guard but Kalske turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Kalske swings wildly with an uppercut but Mumba uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kalske.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske lands with a short shot to the head.
Mumba blocks an uppercut.
Kalske lands with a light punch inside.
Mumba fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
Mumba manages to break the clinch.
Mumba takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Good leg kick by Kalske. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Mumba misses the target.
Kalske punishes Mumba's body with a nice straight punch.
Kalske tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Mumba.
Mumba takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CL#
Mumba gets tackled into the cage by Kalske. Kalske maintains the clinch.
Kalske has Mumba pressed against the cage, preventing Mumba from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Kalske struggles to land a body shot inside as Mumba controls his hands.
Mumba jumps guard but Kalske stands there with Mumba around his waist. Mumba gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Mumba breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Kalske fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mumba manages to avoid it.
Kalske steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mumba.
Kalske tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kalske connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mumba. Mumba circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kalske darts in trying to clinch
and Mumba cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kalske's jab looks to have found its range, popping Mumba under the eye.
Kalske keeps Mumba at a distance using the push kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske had his way with Kwawi Mumba in that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Kalske takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kalske fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mumba scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kalske is looking to slow Mumba down with leg kicks. #CL#
Kalske clinches up with Mumba and pushes him back against the cage.
Mumba tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Kalske just stands there and leans against the cage.
Mumba fails to pull guard.
Mumba fails to pull guard.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwawi Mumba.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mumba tries to pull guard but Kalske holds him up against the cage and eventually Mumba drops back down to his feet.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kalske scores with a shoulder strike.
Mumba has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kalske seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Mumba can turn it around.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Mumba prevents a body shot from Kalske. #T1#
Mumba blocking some punches.
Mumba jumps guard but Kalske stands there with Mumba around his waist. Mumba gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kalske makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kalske keeps control of Mumba as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Mumba has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kalske stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mumba tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kalske smiles and moves away.
Mumba is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Kalske connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mumba. Mumba circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kalske jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Kalske lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kalske throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Mumba steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Kalske.#T2#
Mumba fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kalske looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kalske throws a low kick but it's checked well by Mumba.
Mumba looks to land a combination. Kalske sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Kalske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mumba.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A swing and a miss from Mumba.
Kalske moves away from the strike by Mumba.
Kalske tries to clinch but Mumba moves away
and Mumba counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
A slow jab from Kalske misses its intended target.
Mumba misses with a shot to the body
and Kalske counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kalske misses with a low kick.
Kalske ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A big right from Mumba misses.
Kalske tries to clinch up.
Kalske wants to clinch up but Mumba keeps it at a distance.
A little jabbing left from Mumba on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Kalske pushes Mumba up against the cage in a clinch.
Mumba jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kalske walks away with a smile on his face. Mumba gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T4#
Kalske throws a shot from downtown. Mumba moves away and avoids it.
Kalske scores with a jab to the head.
Mumba pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kalske tries to clinch there but Mumba circles away.
Mumba takes a jab right on the kisser.
Mumba misses with a body shot.
Kalske tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Mumba manages to circle out of the way.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch but Mumba swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Mumba moves out of range of the strikes.
Mumba is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kalske.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 48:47
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 48:47
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske retains his light heavyweight title!
Hjallis Kalske seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: SMASH:313
Date: Oct 13, 2024

#R1#
Kalske throws a hook but Thai blocks it.
Kalske throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Thai holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #TD2#
Thai works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Kalske is trying to keep Thai in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thai wants to pass the guard but Kalske is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske looking to hit a scissor sweep but Thai is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Thai drops back, looking for a kneebar! Kalske looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Kalske looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Kalske! #REVR##SUB#
Kalske working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Kalske gets to mount! Thai was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Thai sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Thai is trying to get back to full guard.
Kalske is trying to control. Thai wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Thai looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kalske in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Thai looking for submissions off his back.
Kalske is trying to control the action in half guard but Thai is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
Thai wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Thai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Thai actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Thai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske trying to control from half guard but Thai is working away.
Kalske frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Thai is squirming around, avoiding Kalske's attempts to control the action.
Kalske controlling from mount. #T3#
Kalske wants to control the pace but Thai is squirming around nicely.
Thai really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kalske trying to control but Thai is having none of it.
Thai tries to reverse the position but Kalske maintains control.#T4#
Thai keeps trying to improve his position.
Thai sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Thai wants to get back to full guard.
Thai is pressing down on Kalske's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Thai keeping full guard, as Kalske tries to pass. #SUB2#
Thai working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kalske has passed into half guard! #SUB#
Kalske is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Thai is just riding it out for now. Kalske eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Thai actively working from the bottom here.
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 Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Thai doesn't manage to clinch there - Kalske circles away.
Kalske swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Thai counters with a single leg into guard. Kalske didn't expect that.
Kalske trying to control the position. #SUB#
Kalske is looking for a triangle but Thai pushes his legs off easily.
Thai trying to move into half guard but instead Kalske has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
Thai has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kalske can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Thai has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kalske can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Thai is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kalske defends well.
Thai 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.#T1#
Kalske pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Thai is keeping the position for now.
Kalske trying to stand up but can't free himself from Thai's guard.
Kalske trying to control but Thai is working from the bottom.
Kalske stopping the sweep attempt from Thai.
Thai keeping full guard, as Kalske tries to pass. #SUB2#
Kalske got a little sloppy there for a moment and Thai has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kalske has managed to get both his arms back between Thai's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Thai escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kalske gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
Thai is looking for a triangle but Kalske pushes his legs off easily.
Kalske with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Thai is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Thai is looking for a triangle but Kalske pushes his legs off easily.
Kalske stands up over Thai, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2#
Thai throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kalske working some strikes from top position.
Wille Thai has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Thai has an active guard here but Kalske has managed to pass into half guard.
Thai is looking to improve his position. #T3##SUB2#
Thai is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kalske pulls his head out easily.
Kalske sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Thai taking some punishment here, with Kalske in his half guard.
Kalske wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thai keeps working. #SUB2#
Thai actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Thai looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Kalske is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thai defends it well. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Still in half guard, Kalske seems content to control.#SUB2#
Thai is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kalske pulls his head out easily.
Kalske takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kalske working the head and body with strikes.
Kalske working the head and body with strikes. #SUB#
Kalske is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Thai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kalske content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Kalske moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Thai.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
Thai uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kalske.
Thai walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL#
Thai tries to keep at a distance but Kalske has taken the fight into the clinch.
Thai is trying to drag Kalske to the mat but Kalske just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Thai goes for a takedown attempt but Kalske pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Thai slips under a jab from Kalske.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Kalske jabs Thai to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Thai throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kalske's waist but Kalske gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Thai off to one side.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wille Thai.#T1#
Kalske just misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske wants to clinch up but Thai keeps it at a distance.
Thai is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kalske displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Thai.
Kalske tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Thai manages to circle out of the way.
Kalske tries to clinch there but Thai circles away.
Kalske tests Thai's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Thai closes the distance and clinches up with Kalske, looking for a takedown. Thai pushes Kalske against the cage but Kalske circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Kalske seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kalske pivots, looking for a leg kick but Thai is out of range and Kalske settles back down.
And Thai tries to counter it with a takedown but Kalske pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kalske tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T2#
A big left from Kalske misses.
Kalske leaves Thai with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL#
Kalske clinches with his opponent.
Kalske misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kalske lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thai.
Kalske prevents the takedown attempt.
Thai takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kalske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Thai goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kalske prevents it.
A short right from Kalske.
A short uppercut from Kalske. #T3#
Thai tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kalske lands a shot to the body.
Thai is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Good body shot from Kalske.
Kalske misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kalske lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thai's elbow.
Thai is trying to drag Kalske to the mat but Kalske just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kalske prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kalske gets through Thai's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kalske scores with a hook to the body.
Kalske tries to work over Thai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kalske lands a body shot.
Kalske throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Thais head.
Kalske digs a right hand into Thai's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thai's gas tank. #T4#
A left hand lands to the body for Kalske.
Kalske is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thai can do to turn this around?
Thai jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Kalske walks away with a smile on his face. Thai gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Nice body punch from Kalske.
Kalske digs a good hook to Thai's body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kalske looks to land a left hand but Thai moved out of range nicely.
Kalske lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kalske throws an overhand right that lands on Thai's shoulder, as Thai tries to avoid the shot.
Thai flicks out a counter leg kick but Kalske steps away.
Hjallis Kalske is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thai takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kalske scoring well with a low kick there.
Hjallis Kalske is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Kalske rushes Thai and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske clearly takes that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Thai tries for a takedown but Kalske sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kalske was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kalske throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kalske misses with a body shot.
Thai shoots in for a double leg but Kalske sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Kalske is looking to counter punch.#CL#
Kalske takes the fight into the clinch.
Kalske lands with a light punch inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thai has Kalske pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kalske manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wille Thai.
Kalske scores with a nice hook to the head.
Thai tries for a takedown but Kalske manages to get underhooks.
Thai is trying to pull guard but Kalske turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T1#
Kalske lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Thai is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Kalske lands with a short shot to the head.
Kalske misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kalske working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hjallis Kalske has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kalske stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kalske tries a body shot but Thai blocks it.
Thai wants a takedown.
Kalske tries to work over Thai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kalske stalling against the cage.
Kalske makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kalske lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Thai's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kalske lands a nice uppercut.
Kalske scores with a shot to the side of Thai's head.
Kalske lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske tries to throw a body punch but Thai avoids it by throwing Kalske back against the cage.
Kalske presses Thai against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T2#
Thai's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A nice left hand lands by Kalske.
Kalske tries to throw a body punch but Thai avoids it by throwing Kalske back against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kalske.
Thai prevents a body shot from Kalske.
Kalske working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kalske stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kalske lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kalske lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kalske lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thai.
Kalske misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Kalske.
Kalske lands with a left to the head.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thai's elbow.
Kalske lands a nice uppercut.
Kalske lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thai.
Kalske misses with a body punch.
Kalske lands with a light punch inside. #T3#
A right hook to the body lands for Kalske.
Kalske scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kalske pushes Thai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kalske tries to throw a body punch but Thai avoids it by throwing Kalske back against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Kalske as the two fighters clinch.
Kalske lands a shot to the body.
Kalske lands a body punch.
Kalske throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kalske pushes Thai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kalske misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske tries to throw a body punch but Thai avoids it by throwing Kalske back against the cage.
Thai has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kalske is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kalske lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thai.
Kalske lands a hook to the side of the head.
Nice body punch from Kalske - that landed with a thud.
Kalske lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Kalske scores with a shot to the side of Thai's head. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A right hand to the body from Kalske.
Kalske softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Kalske.
Kalske scores with a hook to the body.
Kalske tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thai wants a takedown.
Thai's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kalske lands a body punch.
Kalske lands with a short shot to the head.
Kalske misses with a body punch.
Thai tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Kalske smiles and moves away.
Thai takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kalske looks to score with a jab to the body but Thai is just out of range.
Thai tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske had his way with Wille Thai in that round.
That's time! Kalske's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R5#
Kalske wants to clinch up but Thai keeps it at a distance.
Thai feints the counter takedown.
Kalske scores with a head kick. Thai tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Kalske 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.
Thai wants to counter the offense by Kalske and move into the clinch position.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske tests Thai's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Kalske darts in and clinches Thai up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske gets through Thai's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Thai prevents a body shot from Kalske.
Nice body punch from Kalske - that landed with a thud.
Kalske lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Thai is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Kalske gets underhooks to prevent Thai's takedown attempt.
A body shot lands from Kalske. #T1#
Kalske lands with a light punch inside.
Thai tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thai's elbow.
Kalske digs a right hand into Thai's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thai's gas tank.
A shot in the inside from Kalske.
Thai prevents a body shot from Kalske.
Kalske scores with a shoulder strike.
Kalske gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Thai.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Wille Thai.
Kalske lands a hook that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Kalske gets underhooks to prevent Thai's takedown attempt.
Thai has Kalske pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kalske manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kalske prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kalske scores with a hook to the body.
Kalske lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thai backwards. #T2#
Thai is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kalske to keep the fight standing.
Kalske misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Kalske.
Kalske lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Kalske is leaning against Thai and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kalske.
Kalske scores with a shot to the side of Thai's head.
Kalske is working Thai over against the cage.
Kalske tries to work over Thai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kalske lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Kalske is leaning against Thai and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kalske lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thai backwards.
Kalske lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kalske scores with a shoulder strike.
Kalske presses Thai against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kalske lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Thai fails to pull guard.
Kalske struggles to land a body shot inside as Thai controls his hands. #T3#
Kalske pushes Thai back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kalske tries a body shot but Thai blocks it.
Kalske lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kalske misses with a body punch.
Thai is looking for a takedown.
Kalske misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske lands a shoulder strike.
Thai wants to take the fight to the mat but Kalske manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Kalske.
Kalske goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kalske lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kalske softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kalske is working Thai over against the cage.
A short right from Kalske on the inside.
Kalske lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Kalske scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kalske working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#ROC#Thai is rocked!#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from Kalske on the inside.
Thai is still on wobbly legs! Can Kalske finish him?
Kalske works on Thai's body with a couple of short punches.
Kalske scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kalske lands a nice shot to the body.
Kalske is leaning against Thai and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A hook to the body from Kalske.
A right handed body shot lands from Kalske.
A right handed body shot lands from Kalske.
Thai wants to take the fight to the mat but Kalske manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kalske working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kalske avoiding damage.
Thai seems to have recovered his senses.
Kalske lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thai's elbow.
Thai can't get the takedown.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thai's elbow.
Kalske prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kalske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 50:42
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 50:43
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 48:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Hjallis Kalske thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Crazyhorse vs Kalske
Date: Sep 28, 2024

#R1#
Crazyhorse misses with a wild body shot.
Kalske dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD2#
Kalske fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Crazyhorse to the ground. Kalske is now in Crazyhorse's guard.#SUB#
Crazyhorse has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kalske can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Crazyhorse keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Crazyhorse haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Kalske throws a strike but Crazyhorse rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Crazyhorse trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kalske 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#
Crazyhorse tries to roll over but Kalske keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Kalske seems to be working for a kimura but Crazyhorse defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske is thwarting Crazyhorse's attempts to control the position.
Kalske tries to pass the half guard into mount. Crazyhorse knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Crazyhorse is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Kalske is trying to work for a kimura but Crazyhorse is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Crazyhorse wants to get back to full guard.
Kalske looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Crazyhorse with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kalske trying to control the action but Crazyhorse is working from the bottom.
Kalske looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Crazyhorse with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Crazyhorse gets back to full guard.
Kalske keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Crazyhorse's head.#T3##SUB#
Crazyhorse is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kalske defends well.
Crazyhorse 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.#SUB#
Crazyhorse is looking for a triangle but Kalske pushes his legs off easily.
Kalske with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB#
Crazyhorse is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kalske connects with a couple of short punches.
Kalske wants to control from the top but Crazyhorse keeps moving.
Kalske wants to pass the guard but Crazyhorse is keeping the position.#T4#
Crazyhorse seems keen to control Kalske's posture.
Kalske trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Crazyhorse looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Crazyhorse has momentary wrist control but Kalske slips an elbow through the middle.
Crazyhorse looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalske is one step ahead there.
Kalske stands up over Crazyhorse, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Crazyhorse looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kalske passes into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kalske avoids the body shot from Crazyhorse.
Kalske keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kalske throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Crazyhorse throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Crazyhorse takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
James Crazyhorse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crazyhorse doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Crazyhorse lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kalske at a distance.
Kalske on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Crazyhorse throws a body punch but Kalske moves out of range. #TD2#
Crazyhorse tries to sprawl but Kalske drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Crazyhorse is looking to improve his position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske throwing shots but Crazyhorse is blocking nicely.
Crazyhorse wants to improve his position but Kalske is controlling well. #T1#
Kalske working over Crazyhorse with some ground and pound. Crazyhorse looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kalske looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Crazyhorse with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Kalske is trying to control. Crazyhorse wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kalske is pressing down on Crazyhorse's thigh, looking to free his foot. Crazyhorse is holding on for now. #SUB#
Crazyhorse looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Crazyhorse looking for submissions off his back.
Kalske not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kalske looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
Kalske is pressing down on Crazyhorse's thigh, looking to free his foot. Crazyhorse is holding on for now.
Crazyhorse regains full guard. Nicely done.
Crazyhorse is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hjallis Kalske has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalske works over Crazyhorse with some ground and pound from guard.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Crazyhorse can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kalske controls the pace.
Kalske throws a big elbow that misses. #T3#
Crazyhorse keeping full guard, as Kalske tries to pass.
Kalske works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kalske seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Kalske is working for a submission of some sort.
Crazyhorse trying to control from the bottom.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Crazyhorse's hands, connecting with Crazyhorse's forehead.
Kalske looks to land a strike but Crazyhorse avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Crazyhorse not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T4#
Crazyhorse keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Crazyhorse pulls Kalske in close to his closed guard and prevents Kalske from doing any damage or advancing position.
Crazyhorse has momentary wrist control but Kalske slips an elbow through the middle.
Kalske is looking to work some ground and pound but Crazyhorse has wrist control.#SUB#
Kalske avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kalske landing with the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske with a nice head shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R3#
A lazy body kick from Crazyhorse #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a single leg into guard. Crazyhorse didn't expect that.
Crazyhorse wants to control the position but Kalske says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Crazyhorse trying to control from the bottom.
Crazyhorse is looking for a sweep. Kalske is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Kalske is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Crazyhorse is just riding it out for now. Kalske eventually gives up the hold.
Crazyhorse won't allow Kalske to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crazyhorse is staying active underneath Kalske, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kalske tries to pass to full mount but Crazyhorse defends it.
Crazyhorse is looking to control Kalske's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Crazyhorse avoid being mounted?
Kalske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1##SUB2#
Kalske is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Crazyhorse makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Crazyhorse.
Kalske is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Crazyhorse controls Kalske momentarily but Kalske frees himself.
Kalske is fighting to break Crazyhorse's control of his arms but Crazyhorse is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kalske's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kalske cracks Crazyhorse with a solid left hand.
Crazyhorse not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Crazyhorse is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kalske defends well.#SUB#
Crazyhorse working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Kalske has passed into half guard!
Kalske is nestled in close to Crazyhorse, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Crazyhorse's hands, connecting with Crazyhorse's forehead.
Kalske looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kalske throws a strike but Crazyhorse avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Kalske scoring with some ground and pound. #T3#
Kalske with a nice head shot there.
Kalske throws a big elbow that misses.
Kalske connects with a couple of short punches.
Kalske content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #ROC2#Crazyhorse is rocked!
Kalske wants to control from the top but Crazyhorse keeps moving.
Oh Crazyhorse is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB#
Crazyhorse working for a triangle but Kalske defends it easily.
Kalske landing some decent shots from guard.
Kalske preventing the sweep.
Crazyhorse seems to have got his legs back now.
Crazyhorse keeping full guard, as Kalske tries to pass. #T4#
Kalske scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kalske trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Crazyhorse has momentary wrist control but Kalske slips an elbow through the middle.
Kalske wants to control from the top but Crazyhorse keeps moving. #SUB#
Crazyhorse is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kalske is aware though and is defending well.
Kalske wants to control from the top but Crazyhorse keeps moving. #SUB#
Kalske got a little sloppy there for a moment and Crazyhorse has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kalske has managed to get both his arms back between Crazyhorse's legs - danger averted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kalske stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Crazyhorse swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kalske is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske really dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Crazyhorse swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kalske moves out of range of the strikes.
Kalske cracks Crazyhorse with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kalske misses with a looping left.
A slow jab from Kalske misses its intended target.
Kalske misses with a wild body shot.
Kalske lands a nice shot that snaps Crazyhorse's head back.
A jab lands there for Kalske.#TD2#
Kalske is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Crazyhorse's half guard.
Crazyhorse is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Crazyhorse is trying to control but can't.
Kalske is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Crazyhorse slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Crazyhorse working for a triangle but Kalske defends it easily.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalske stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Crazyhorse swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kalske passes Crazyhorse's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Crazyhorse wants to get back to full guard but Kalske has passed into side control.
Crazyhorse is trying to improve his position.#T2#
Crazyhorse is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Kalske is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Kalske with the ground and pound from mount.
Crazyhorse wants to control but Kalske is having none of it.
Crazyhorse can't escape the position.
Kalske lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Kalske looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Kalske landing punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske lands a big shot to the head and Crazyhorse winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske is the new light heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Hjallis Kalske thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: SMASH: Bonaparte vs Drago
Date: Sep 07, 2024

#R1#
Brown tries a head kick but it misses.
We've been informed that Brown 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.
Brown takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Brown counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice uppercut lands for Kalske. That snapped Brown's head back.
A lazy left from Kalske finds it's target.
A cross from Kalske lands.
Kalske looks to score with a jab to the body but Brown is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kalske has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chikara MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A cross from Kalske lands.
Brown swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range. #T1#
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Brown was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Brown pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kalske misses with a right hand
and Brown counters with a slapping leg kick.
Kalske lands a jab.
Brown jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kalske throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brown let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kalske rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Brown counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Brown throws an off balance right hand
and Kalske counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kalske misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brown.
It seemed like Brown was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kalske rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kalske takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Brown moves out of range as Kalske strikes.
Kalske misses with a double jab
and Brown connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brown is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kalske with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske cracks a nice hook into Brown's ribs.
Kalske avoids a kick to the body.
Kalske ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brown moves away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kalske.
Brown looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T3#
Kalske scores with a nice right hand.
Kalske lands a jab to the nose.
Brown throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Brown avoids the body shot from Kalske.
Brown appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kalske misses with a body shot.
A big left from Kalske misses.
And Brown responds with a good body kick, but Kalske manages to step out the way in time.
Kalske goes for a double leg but Brown avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Brown continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hjallis Kalske. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC#
Kalske breaks from the clinch.
Kalske throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kalske fails to land the takedown.#T4#
Kalske fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Kalske ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Brown moves away.
Brown doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Brown misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Brown uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kalske.
Brown appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kalske checks a low kick from Brown.
Kalske looks to land a left hand but Brown moved out of range nicely.
Brown stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Brown wants it to stay on the feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Brown misses with a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Brown takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kalske connects with a body shot.#TD#
Kalske gets a double leg takedown into Brown's guard.

Brown kicks Kalske off and gets to his feet.
Kalske misses with an uppercut. Brown saw that one coming.
Kalske darts in looking for a takedown but Brown gets double underhooks and turns Kalske into the cage.
Kalske blocks a body shot from Brown.
Brown misses with a body punch. #BC#
Kalske breaks the clinch.
Kalske misses with a hook to the body
and Brown counters with a body kick that stops Kalske in his tracks momentarily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske takes a swing at Brown's ribcage but misses.
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt - Brown sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1#
Nice uppercut there from Kalske.
Kalske misses with a wild body shot.
Brown staying out of range there.
Brown counters with a body kick.
Brown ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Brown lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nice defenses there by Brown.
Kalske lands with a nice body punch.
Brown ducks under a wild hook from Kalske.
Kalske throws a shot from downtown. Brown moves away and avoids it.
And Brown responds with a good body kick, but Kalske manages to step out the way in time.
Kalske misses with a body shot
and Brown counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Brown misses the jab.
Kalske dips to his left and cracks Brown with an uppercut!
Kalske lands with an uppercut that bounces Brown off the cage and back into range.
Kalske moves out of range of the body kick.
Kalske scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kalske shoots in looking for a takedown but Brown manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kalske's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hjallis Kalske. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske avoids the head kick by Brown.
Jab from Kalske.
Brown walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kalske fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Brown avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Kalske connects with a looping right hand.
Kalske misses with a shot to the body
and Brown counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske just misses with a punch to the body.
A nice side step and Brown releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kalske fails with a takedown attempt.#T4##TD#
Brown tries to sprawl but Kalske drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Brown is looking to improve his position.
Brown is doing well to control the position and prevent Kalske from advancing to side control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalske lands a nice short elbow.
Kalske lands strikes from half guard.
Brown makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Brown.
Kalske tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Brown misses with an uppercut. Kalske saw that one coming.
Kalske pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brown misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalske.
Kalske lands a lovely overhand right.
Kalske getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kalske cracks a nice hook into Brown's ribs.
Kalske lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske misses with a hook.
Brown takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
No joy there for Kalske, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T1#
A shot to the liver by Kalske. Beautiful body shot.
Kalske pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Brown feints a counter leg kick.
Brown lands a leg kick that knocks Kalske off balance momentarily.
Kalske throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Brown counter with a right hand.
Kalske connects with a looping right hand.
Brown drops his hands momentarily and Kalske takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #TD#
Kalske gets a takedown into half guard.

Brown kicks Kalske off and gets back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Brown throws out the jab.
AJ Brown has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Brown gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Brown stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Brown wants it to stay on the feet.
Brown looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kalske misses with an uppercut
and Brown counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A jab from Brown misses.
A quick step to the side and Kalske tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kalske wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
AJ Brown is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kalske throws a combination that misses
and Brown counters with a nice uppercut.
Kalske lands a really nice looking cross but Brown seems unphased.
Kalske misses with a hook to the body
and Kalske takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Brown has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kalske throws a body punch but Brown moves out of range.
Brown looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hjallis Kalske is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kalske.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kalske is defended easily by Brown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hjallis Kalske. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kalske misses with an uppercut
and Brown counters with a body kick that stops Kalske in his tracks momentarily.
Kalske will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Brown replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Kalske blocks it well.
Kalske lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Brown circles away quickly and effectively.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kalske throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Brown counters with a nice uppercut.
Kalske shoots for a double leg takedown but Brown sprawls well. He's pushed Kalske's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T4#
The fighters circling - Kalske throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kalske backing away here, and Brown unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Kalske fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kalske misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Brown.
Brown looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Brown needs to keep his hands up - Kalske had a free shot at his head there.
Kalske waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Brown.
Kalske swings away with a body shot that misses
and Brown connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brown swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kalske tries for a takedown but Brown sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Brown follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.

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 Hjallis Kalske.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kalske, 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 29:28
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SMASH: Hohenthal vs Man
Date: Aug 10, 2024

#R1#
Kalske jabs Miller right on the nose. Miller blinks but takes it well.
Miller throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Miller misses with a straight right.
Kalske displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Sloppy strikes from Miller. Those never looked like landing.
Miller misses with a body shot.
Nice sprawl there from Miller as Kalske shoots in.
Miller is looking to counter punch.
Kalske slips under a jab from Miller.
Kalske wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kalske fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Kalske.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Miller.
And Kalske tries to counter it with a takedown but Miller pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Kalske missing with a left hand there. Miller was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Kalske connects with a crisp jab.
Miller throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Joel Miller is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kalske displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Miller throws out the jab.
Kalske connects with a body shot.
Kalske lands a jab to Miller's midsection.
Miller throws a body shot but no joy.
Kalske fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Miller throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Miller throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske throws a lazy uppercut
letting Miller counter with a right hand.
Kalske closes this distance looking for a takedown but Miller circles away.
Kalske paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2##TD2#
Kalske drives through with a takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Miller controlling the position.
Kalske won't allow Miller to get back to his feet.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Miller is controlling Kalske's posture.
Miller has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalske throwing strikes from guard but Miller blocks nicely.
Miller preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Kalske trying to control but Miller is working from the bottom.
Miller keeping full guard, as Kalske tries to pass.
Miller wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Miller.
Kalske throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kalske throws a big shot that misses.
Miller lands a nice looking body shot.
We've been told by Miller's head coaches at Is It Avatary Enough? that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kalske connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kalske throws a predictable looking body shot
and Miller counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Kalske just misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kalske misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Miller counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Miller is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalske.
Kalske avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kalske now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Miller throws a body punch but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske scores with a hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske throws a shot from downtown. Miller moves away and avoids it.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kalske.
An attempted straight right counter from Miller misses the target.
Joel Miller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Miller misses with a wild body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kalske throws a lazy uppercut
letting Miller counter with a right hand.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kalske lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Kalske walks into a jab.
Miller throws a shot from downtown. Kalske moves away and avoids it.
Kalske getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kalske just misses with a punch to the body.
Miller misses with a looping right.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Miller as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Miller throws a body punch but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske clobbers Miller with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A slow jab from Kalske misses its intended target. #T1#
A slow jab from Kalske misses its intended target.
Kalske on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kalske shoots in looking for a takedown but Miller manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kalske's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Miller appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Kalske changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Miller looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Miller is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kalske lands a decent elbow from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Miller is looking for a sweep.
Kalske landing strikes.
Kalske in side control, throwing shots but Miller defends. #T2#
Miller dodges the ground and pound from Kalske.
Kalske misses with the ground and pound.
Miller is not content to let Kalske control the position.
Kalske landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Miller takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kalske fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Kalske scoring with punches from side control.
Kalske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kalske controls the position from side control.
The ground and pound from Kalske seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T3#
Kalske fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Kalske working the head with strikes.
Miller is looking for a sweep.
Miller regains half guard, as Kalske was trying to land strikes.
Kalske winds up and cracks Miller with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Miller avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kalske. #SUB2#
Kalske is working for a kimura but Miller is defending it quite comfortably.
Kalske winds up and cracks Miller with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T4#
Miller wants to get back to his feet.
Kalske is trying to control. Miller wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Miller tries to roll over but Kalske keeps him under control.
Kalske looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Miller keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kalske seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Miller does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kalske scoring with strikes to the body and head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Miller slaps away a takedown attempt from Kalske, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Miller throws a good cross that connects.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Miller ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kalske moves away.
Miller walks into a straight right hand from Kalske.
Kalske swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Miller looks to throw the jab but Kalske is out of range.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Miller defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Miller defends well and Kalske ends up having to push Miller into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Miller is looking to counter punch.
Miller throws a lazy uppercut
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut.
Miller swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kalske swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Miller staying out of range there.
Miller gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Miller is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalske.
Kalske misses with a few strikes there.
Miller has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Kalske keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kalske changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kalske moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kalske misses the body punch
and Miller counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kalske getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kalske scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kalske connects with a crisp jab.
Miller misses the shot to the body.
A little jabbing left from Kalske on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T2#
Miller takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
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!
Miller throws out a powerful jab.
Kalske connects with a nice looking jab.
Miller takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kalske tries for a takedown but Miller circles away easily
and Miller connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Joel Miller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Kalske misses with a wild body shot.
A swing and a miss from Miller.
Kalske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Miller.
Miller defending well as Kalske loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Miller scores with a nice strike.
Kalske lands a glancing blow to the side of Miller's head.
Miller swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kalske counters with a stiff right hand.
Miller misses with an uppercut
letting Kalske counter with a right hand.
Joel Miller has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kalske changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Miller tries to avoid it but Kalske manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Miller to the ground. Miller escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kalske. Miller does a little dance to reset his feet.
Miller misses with a right hand
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske scores with a sloppy right hand. Miller should have avoided that one.
Miller stuffs the takedown.
Kalske shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Miller counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Miller just misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske with a jab.
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!
Miller throws an overhand right that lands on Kalske's shoulder, as Kalske tries to avoid the shot.
Miller misses with a wild body shot.
Miller misses with a body punch
and Kalske counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Kalske catches Miller with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Kalske scores with a sloppy right hand. Miller should have avoided that one.
Kalske lands with an overhand left.
Kalske uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Miller has time to react.
Kalske lands with a good body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hjallis Kalske comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kalske 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SMASH: Thai vs Brown
Date: Jun 29, 2024

#R1#
Crazyhorse pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kalske changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Kalske walks into a left hand.
Kalske takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Crazyhorse throws a shot to the body.
Kalske has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Crazyhorse throws a body shot but no joy.
Crazyhorse misses with a low kick.
Kalske defending well as Crazyhorse loads up on a big left hand.
Kalske with a poor takedown
and Crazyhorse counters with a left to the body.
Kalske moves out of range of the strikes.
Crazyhorse throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Crazyhorse lands a jab.
Kalske connects with a looping right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kalske gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T1#
Crazyhorse swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Crazyhorse misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalske.
Kalske was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kalske slips a straight right by Crazyhorse.#KD#
Kalske lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Crazyhorse sprawling to the canvas. Kalske follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Crazyhorse hang on? #ROC#Crazyhorse is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Crazyhorse wants to improve his position but Kalske is controlling well.
Crazyhorse is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalske scores with a couple of nice shots.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Crazyhorse keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kalske lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Crazyhorse wants to control but Kalske is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kalske not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Crazyhorse is trying to control but can't.
Crazyhorse controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Kalske is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Kalske.
Crazyhorse regains full guard. Nicely done.
Kalske in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Kalske lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalske is looking to work some ground and pound but Crazyhorse has wrist control.
Kalske is looking to work some ground and pound but Crazyhorse has wrist control.
Crazyhorse keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Crazyhorse working for a triangle but Kalske defends it easily.
Crazyhorse is pulling down on Kalske's head. It's preventing any offense from Kalske, at least for the moment.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kalske working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Crazyhorse's head.#SUB2#
Crazyhorse working for a triangle but Kalske defends it easily.
Crazyhorse keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
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 Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
That's time! Kalske's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kalske lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Crazyhorse.
Crazyhorse cracks Kalske with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Crazyhorse throws a quick inside leg kick. #CL#
Kalske drives through and clinches with Crazyhorse against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Crazyhorse.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Crazyhorse.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Crazyhorse creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kalske tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Crazyhorse just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1#
Kalske lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Crazyhorse backwards.
Kalske prevents a body shot from Crazyhorse.
Crazyhorse lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Crazyhorse makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kalske lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Crazyhorse blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kalske drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Crazyhorse gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hjallis Kalske. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short right from Kalske.
Crazyhorse lands a knee to the body.
Kalske is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Crazyhorse pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kalske tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kalske prevents a body shot from Crazyhorse.
Crazyhorse lands a knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses.
Crazyhorse blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Crazyhorse misses with a hook to the ribs.
Crazyhorse is working Kalske over against the cage.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crazyhorse struggles to land a body shot inside as Kalske controls his hands.
Crazyhorse lands a shoulder strike.
Kalske prevents a body shot from Crazyhorse.
Crazyhorse is working Kalske over against the cage.
James Crazyhorse seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Crazyhorse pushes Kalske back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Crazyhorse.
A right hook to the body lands for Crazyhorse.
Still in the clinch, Crazyhorse scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kalske takes a shot to the head.
Crazyhorse tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Crazyhorse stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Crazyhorse goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Crazyhorse scores with a nice short uppercut.
Crazyhorse gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kalske.
Crazyhorse blocking some punches.
Crazyhorse stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3#
Crazyhorse lands a good knee to the midsection. Kalske won't want to take too many of those.
A right handed body shot lands from Crazyhorse.
Crazyhorse can't find room to land a body shot as Kalske controls the action.
Crazyhorse misses with a body punch.
Crazyhorse landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Crazyhorse lands a shoulder strike.
Crazyhorse scores with a shoulder strike.
Crazyhorse lands with a light punch inside.
Crazyhorse lands a body punch.
Kalske prevents a body shot from Crazyhorse.
Crazyhorse missing with knees to the body.
Crazyhorse gets through Kalske's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Crazyhorse works on Kalske's body with a couple of short punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Crazyhorse.
Nice body punch from Crazyhorse - that landed with a thud.
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!
Crazyhorse scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Crazyhorse misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it. #BC2#
Crazyhorse pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Crazyhorse works over Kalske's head and body with a nice combination.
Crazyhorse throws an overhand right that lands on Kalske's shoulder, as Kalske tries to avoid the shot.
Crazyhorse sizes up Kalske with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Crazyhorse takes a swing at Kalske's ribcage but misses.
As Crazyhorse backs away, Kalske returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nice uppercut lands for Crazyhorse. That snapped Kalske's head back. #ROC2#Kalske is rocked!
Crazyhorse lands with a shot to the body.
Kalske closes the distance and clinches up with Crazyhorse, looking for a takedown. Kalske pushes Crazyhorse against the cage but Crazyhorse circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Crazyhorse thuds his shin into the meat of Kalske's side.#KD2#
Crazyhorse sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Kalske to the ground! Crazyhorse dives into full mount looking to finish!
Oh Kalske is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crazyhorse tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

James Crazyhorse showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Crazyhorse misses with a straight left.
Kalske seems to have got his legs back now.
That kick from Crazyhorse tenderised Kalske's leg. Kalske is trying to keep his angry face on.
Crazyhorse fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Kalske misses with a leg kick.
Kalske throws a shot to the body.
Crazyhorse swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Crazyhorse has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Crazyhorse lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kalske will feel that in the morning.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up but Crazyhorse swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Crazyhorse lands with a hook. Kalske tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Crazyhorse throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kalske slips a straight right by Crazyhorse.
James Crazyhorse seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kalske moves out of range of the body kick from Crazyhorse.
James Crazyhorse is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Crazyhorse throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Crazyhorse dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Crazyhorse misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kalske swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A cross from Crazyhorse lands.
Crazyhorse throws out a powerful jab.
Crazyhorse lands a glancing blow to the side of Kalske's head.
Crazyhorse swats away the attempt to clinch by Kalske.
Crazyhorse has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A nice leg kick from Crazyhorse, right into the meat of the thigh.
Crazyhorse comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
Crazyhorse comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Crazyhorse thuds a left hand into Kalske's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice body punch from Crazyhorse.
Crazyhorse scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kalske in his tracks.
Crazyhorse slips under a jab from Kalske.
Kalske's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Crazyhorse connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kalske scrambles back to his feet.
Kalske cracks Crazyhorse with an open hand slap.
Crazyhorse lands a nice shot to the body.
Crazyhorse swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kalske.
Crazyhorse smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Crazyhorse lands the left hand.
Kalske takes a shot to the body in his stride. #T3#
Crazyhorse fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Crazyhorse works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#ROC2#Kalske is rocked!
Crazyhorse pounces like a tiger and cracks Kalske with a vicious hook! Kalske is down but not out! Crazyhorse follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). James Crazyhorse!
During a confident post fight interview, James Crazyhorse thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Tryastsyn vs Veainu
Date: Jun 02, 2024

#R1#
Kalske throws a hook but Struja Jr avoids it easily.
Struja Jr throws out a counter right but Kalske avoids it with no problem.#TD2#
Struja Jr scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Kalske is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Struja Jr is tapping! Great win for Kalske!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Hjallis Kalske!
A victorious Hjallis Kalske thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: SMASH: Sitsongrit vs McGee
Date: Apr 27, 2024

#R1#
Bispen lands a head shot.
Bispen throws a right hand that Kalske ducks under and follows up with a left that Kalske also avoids with ease.
Bispen scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bispen looks to land a right hand but Kalske moved out of range.
Kalske slips under a jab.
Bispen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Danga de danga de dang - Bispen scores with a four punch combination!
Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bispen.
Kalske tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bispen defends well and Kalske ends up having to push Bispen into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kalske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bispen.
Bispen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalske.
Bispen looks to land a right hand but Kalske moved out of range.
Bispen misses with a hook
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalske shoots in but Bispen avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bispen takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bispen throws a combination. Kalske tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Jab by Bispen.#T1#
Bispen lands a lovely overhand right.
Bispen scores with a nice right hand.
Bispen connects with a crisp jab.
Bispen lands a jab to Kalske's midsection.
Kalske throws a leg kick which misses Bispen's front leg but catches the back leg as Bispen tries to avoid it.
Kalske tries to land a front kick but Bispen steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bispen throwing a counter right hand but Kalske manages to avoid it.
Bispen leaves Kalske with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Ivan Bispen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
The fighters circling - Bispen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ivan Bispen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske is looking to score with low kicks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kalske. That's going to slow Bispen down.
Bispen throws a right hand that misses
and Kalske counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Kalske thows a leg kick but Bispen checks it
and Bispen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bispen fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bispen connects with a looping right hand.
Ivan Bispen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Bispen throws a right and a left that both miss.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kalske! But no joy.
Jab, jab by Bispen - just one landing.
Bispen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kalske defending well as Bispen loads up on a big left hand.
Bispen missing with a left hand there. Kalske was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kalske takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bispen misses with a two punch combination.
Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bispen.
Bispen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bispen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Nice defenses there by Kalske.
A good leg kick by Kalske.
Kalske pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Kalske changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Kalske uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bispen.#T3#
Bispen blocks a low kick nicely.
Bispen throws a series of punches but Kalske avoids them all with ease.
Bispen lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bispen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bispen takes a swing at Kalske's ribcage but misses.
Bispen misses with an uppercut
and Kalske counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bispen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bispen throws a hook to the side of Kalske's head but Kalske sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bispen throws a body shot but no joy.
Kalske misses with a body kick.
Bispen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kalske was well out of range. Poor timing from Bispen.
Kalske misses with a low kick.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bispen sprawls well. Bispen wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kalske gets slowly back to his feet.
Bispen lands a body shot. #T4#
Kalske throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kalske shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bispen sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bispen throws an overhand right that lands on Kalske's shoulder, as Kalske tries to avoid the shot.
Kalske tries a quick counter leg kick but Bispen is wise to it.
Kalske avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kalske throws a head kick but Bispen moves out of range.
Bispen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bispen misses with a right hand
and Kalske counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bispen misses the shot to the body.
Kalske pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bispen is out of range and Kalske settles back down.
A big left from Kalske misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bispen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kalske with the counter takedown but Bispen avoids it easily.
Bispen fails to land with a series of punches.
Kalske cracks Bispen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bispen lands a nice shot that snaps Kalske's head back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ivan Bispen dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kalske is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bispen sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bispen is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kalske can do to turn this around?
Kalske throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bispen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kalske takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kalske dodges the punch combination from Bispen.
Bispen misses with a left hand
letting Kalske counter with a right hand.
Bispen throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Kalske listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ivan Bispen is winning the standup battle so far.
Kalske staying out of range there.
It seemed like Kalske was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bispen loads up on a big right hand but Kalske slips the punch.
Kalske has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice defenses there by Bispen.
Kalske looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Bispen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Kalske misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Bispen misses the target.
Bispen throws a right and a left that Kalske avoids nicely.
Kalske looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Bispen lands with a straight right. Kalske didn't see that one coming.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bispen.
Bispen swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Kalske might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Bispen has got the better of the exchanges.
Bispen throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kalske connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bispen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kalske uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Kalske moves out of range of the strikes.
Kalske flicks out a counter leg kick but Bispen steps away.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Bispen.
Bispen looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
Kalske is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kalske misses with an uppercut. Bispen saw that one coming.
Bispen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bispen slips a straight right by Kalske.
It looked like Bispen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bispen misses with a hook to the body
and Kalske counters with a stiff right hand.
Bispen takes a swing at Kalske's ribcage but misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kalske with a hook.#T2#
Good exchange - Bispen coming out on top.
Kalske displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bispen throws out the jab.
Kalske thinks about the counter body kick.
Bispen avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bispen throwing a counter right hand but Kalske manages to avoid it.
Bispen connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kalske momentarily.
Bispen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kalske on the side of the head.
Bispen rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kalske counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Kalske rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bispen moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bispen throws a right and a left that Kalske avoids nicely.
Kalske dives in and grabs Bispen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bispen pushes down on Kalske's head and hops out.
Bispen misses with a wild body shot.
Bispen throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bispen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
Nice cross by Kalske.
Kalske works Bispen's body with a nice hook.#T3#
Kalske throws a leg kick that misses.
Bispen throws a shot to the body.
Bispen takes one to the side of the head.
Kalske misses with a kick to the body.
Kalske shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kalske scores with a punch to the head.
Bispen throws a series of punches but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske throws a head kick that misses.
Kalske fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bispen manages to avoid it.
Bispen throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kalske throws a series of strikes that have Bispen backpedaling.
Kalske's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bispen connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kalske scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kalske lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kalske moves out of range as Bispen strikes.#T4#
Kalske misses with a looping right.
Bispen throws a shot from downtown. Kalske moves away and avoids it.
Kalske tries a quick counter leg kick but Bispen is wise to it.
Bispen thows a left - swing and a miss!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bispen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalske.
Kalske swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bispen connects with a crisp jab.
Bispen misses with a looping left.
Kalske lands a jab to the nose.
Bispen jabs Kalske right on the nose. Kalske blinks but takes it well.
Bispen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bispen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kalske throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bispen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bispen fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kalske on the side of the head.
Kalske lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bispen throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalske tries a head kick but it misses.
Bispen throws a combination that misses
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bispen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bispen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kalske misses with a looping left.
Bispen just misses with a punch to the body.
Kalske throws out a counter right but Bispen avoids it with no problem.
Bispen comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kalske uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bispen.
A left lands for Bispen.
Kalske swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bispen.
Kalske scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bispen momentarily.
Bispen throws a series of punches but Kalske moves out of range.
Bispen throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Kalske unleashes a big counter combination but Bispen bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Bispen blocks the low kick.
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bispen was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Bispen misses with a looping right.
Kalske thuds his right hand into Bispen's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bispen throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Kalske tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bispen misses with a double jab.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Bispen.
Bispen throws a combination. Kalske tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kalske attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bispen lands with a straight right. Kalske didn't see that one coming.
Bispen will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bispen misses with a hook #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a single leg into guard. Bispen didn't expect that.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bispen wants to get back to his feet but Kalske is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Bispen keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kalske content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalske keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Bispen's head.
Kalske throws a big elbow that misses.
Kalske working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kalske's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bispen keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully. #T3#
Bispen wants to get back to his feet but Kalske is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Kalske working some strikes from top position.
Kalske works over Bispen with some ground and pound from guard.
Bispen trying to control the position here.
Kalske stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bispen swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kalske makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bispen trying to control the position here. #ES#
Bispen pushes Kalske off and gets back to his feet. #T4#
Kalske shoots in for a takedown but Bispen shows good takedown defense.
Kalske on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bispen throws a right hand that misses
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut.
Bispen throws a right hand that misses
and Kalske cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Kalske looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bispen!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske working the body and head with strikes.
Kalske wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bispen keeps working.
Bispen looks to move to half guard but instead Kalske has passed into mount! Damn!
Bispen is looking to improve his position but Kalske isn't that keen on the idea.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Hjallis Kalske.
I think Kalske 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 Josh West scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ryoma Takatsuka scores the fight 30:28

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

Event: SMASH: Thai vs Bispen
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Prescott misses with a looping right.
A big right from Prescott misses. #CL#
Prescott fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kalske, pushing him back against the cage.
Prescott working aggressively here.
Kalske misses with some punches.
Prescott swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Prescott misses with a punch on the inside.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Prescott.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Prescott's elbow.
Prescott lands with a short shot to the head.
Prescott has a couple of punches blocked by Kalske. #BC2#
Kalske's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Prescott closes the distance and clinches.
A short uppercut from Kalske.
Prescott swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Prescott throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kalske.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Prescott is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T1#
Prescott fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kalske looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Kalske blocking some punches.
Prescott with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Prescott misses with a straight left.
Prescott takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kalske throws the left hand but Prescott avoids the punch easily.
Prescott is looking to clinch but Kalske is avoiding it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kalske! But no joy.
Prescott wants to clinch.
Prescott tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kalske 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.
Kalske motions for Prescott to come forward. Kalske throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Prescott shoots in for a double leg but Kalske sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Prescott scores with a jab. Kalske acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T2#
Kalske throws a chopping leg kick but Prescott manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#CL#
Prescott rushes Kalske and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kalske can't break the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kalske.
Kalske blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Prescott misses with a hook from the clinch.
Prescott misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Prescott.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Prescott pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kalske blocks an uppercut.
Prescott throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kalske walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Prescott checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kalske moves away from the strike by Prescott.
Kalske thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kalske 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.
Prescott wants to clinch up but Kalske keeps it at a distance.
Kalske swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
A clash of legs there as Prescott blocks the low kick.
Prescott looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A punch lands to the side of Prescott 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CL#
Prescott clinches up with Kalske and pushes him back against the cage.
Kalske swings wildly with an uppercut but Prescott uses good head movement to avoid it.
Prescott working aggressively here.
Kalske dodges an elbow strike from Prescott.
Prescott has a couple of punches blocked by Kalske.
Kalske lands a hook that snaps the head of Prescott backwards. #BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kalske paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kalske throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice uppercut lands for Prescott. That snapped Kalske's head back. #CL#
Prescott clinches.
Kalske misses with some punches.
Kalske blocks an uppercut. #T4##BC2#
Kalske breaks from the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Prescott tries to clinch but Kalske moves out of range. #CL#
Prescott gets a clinch.
Prescott swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Prescott misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kalske creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kalske working hard to break the clinch.
A short left from Prescott.
Kalske misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Kalske pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pete Prescott seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske misses with a jab, cross combination.
Prescott is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Prescott fails with an attempt to clinch.
Prescott lands with an uppercut that bounces Kalske off the cage and back into range.
Prescott wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Pete Prescott will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Prescott forces Kalske back against the cage and clinches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Prescott.
Pete Prescott has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Prescott swings wildly with an uppercut but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Prescott lands a shoulder strike.
Prescott blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Prescott fails to land.
Prescott looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Kalske changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Prescott fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Prescott tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kalske tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kalske feints the counter takedown.
Prescott tries to clinch up.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Prescott defends it well.#CL#
Prescott moves into the clinch successfully. #TD2#
Kalske jumps into guard, dragging Prescott to the mat.
Prescott wants to pass the guard but Kalske is keeping the position.#T1#
Kalske 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#
Prescott is looking to escape.
Kalske trying to control from Prescott's half guard. Prescott has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Kalske throwing strikes from guard but Prescott blocks nicely.
Kalske tries to free his leg and advance position but Prescott is retaining full guard.
Prescott preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kalske's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kalske trying to control the position from guard on top but Prescott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T2#
Kalske working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Prescott keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kalske drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Prescott manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kalske has Prescott in his guard.#REVR#
Prescott lands a couple of digs.#T3#
Kalske trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Prescott avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Kalske is trying to hold Prescott in close to prevent damage but Prescott has managed to pass into half guard.
Kalske wants to get back to full guard.
Kalske wants to control but Prescott is keeping busy.
Kalske is looking to improve his position.
Prescott wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kalske works his way to full guard. Good work.
Prescott stopping the sweep attempt from Kalske.
Prescott tries to stand but Kalske is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kalske is looking for a triangle here but Prescott uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kalske tries to improve position but can't.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Pete Prescott dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Kalske keeps the fight on the outside.
Kalske getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Prescott works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kalske swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Prescott lands with a hook. Kalske tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Prescott dives in and grabs Kalske's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kalske pushes down on Prescott's head and hops out.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kalske swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kalske tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Prescott closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Kalske blocking some punches. #BC2#
Kalske breaks from the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prescott checks a leg kick.
Prescott takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kalske connects with a jab.
Some wild striking there from Kalske. #T1#
Kalske throws out a leg kick but Prescott moves out of range and Kalske only half commits.
Kalske lands a nice hook to Prescott's body. Prescott takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Prescott with a hook.
Kalske ducks right into an uppercut from Prescott.
Prescott moves in looking to clinch but Kalske pushes him off.
Prescott blocks a head kick by Kalske.
Prescott tries to clinch but Kalske is having none of it.
As Prescott backs off Kalske throws a huge counter combo but Prescott manages to avoid it all.
Kalske rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Prescott connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Kalske circles away from the clinch attempt.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kalske paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Prescott is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kalske fails to land the takedown.#T2#
Kalske avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kalske swats away the attempt to clinch by Prescott.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kalske swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Prescott needs to keep his hands up - Kalske had a free shot at his head there.
Kalske misses with a head kick.
Prescott attempts a counter takedown but Kalske avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Prescott fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kalske, pushing him back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC2#
Kalske's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kalske paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch but Kalske swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Prescott throws out a powerful jab.
Nice jab there from Prescott.
Prescott takes one on the button.#T3#
Kalske scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kalske takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kalske throws a push kick but Prescott slaps the foot to one side.
Prescott moves out of range of the body kick from Kalske.
A swing and a miss from Prescott.#CL#
Kalske gets tackled into the cage by Prescott. Prescott maintains the clinch.
Prescott throws a head punch that misses.
Prescott misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short left from Prescott.
Prescott swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Prescott working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Prescott fails to land.
Prescott lands an uppercut.
Kalske has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Kalske pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Prescott moves in looking to clinch but Kalske pushes him off.
And Kalske tries to counter it with a takedown but Prescott pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Prescott uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kalske has time to react.
Kalske tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske swats away the attempt to clinch by Prescott.
Kalske throws out a counter right but Prescott avoids it with no problem.
Kalske is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Prescott.
Kalske closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Nice takedown defense from Prescott. No joy for Kalske on that attempt.
Prescott tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pete Prescott is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The fighters circling - Kalske throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Prescott tries to counter with a takedown but Kalske is quick to defend against it.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kalske is trying to pull guard but Prescott has him pressed against the cage.
Pete Prescott has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Kalske looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Pete Prescott did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R4##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Kalske blocks an elbow strike.
A frustrated look appears on Kalske's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Prescott lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kalske backwards.
Kalske tries for a takedown but Prescott manages to get underhooks.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Prescott. #BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fight stays on the outside here - Prescott looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kalske tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Prescott tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kalske manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Prescott is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Prescott misses with a straight right.
Kalske keeps the fight on the outside.#T1#
Kalske thows a left - swing and a miss!
Prescott lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Prescott tries a head kick but it misses.
Kalske feints the counter takedown.
Kalske swats away the attempt to clinch by Prescott.
Prescott cracks Kalske with a right hand to the side of the head.
Prescott closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
Prescott tries to clinch there but Kalske circles away.
Prescott tries to close the distance and clinch but Kalske swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Prescott fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
Kalske changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Prescott tries to avoid it but Kalske manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Prescott to the ground. Prescott escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Prescott tries to clinch but Kalske moves out of range.
Prescott wants to clinch up but Kalske keeps it at a distance.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kalske.
Prescott tries to clinch #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kalske.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske is standing up over Prescott. Prescott looks to escape but Kalske dives into side control.
Kalske throwing ground and pound but whilst doing so, he forgets to control position and Prescott works his way back to half guard. Good composure under pressure.
Kalske is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kalske is looking to stall here but Prescott recovers full guard. #T3#
Prescott utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kalske throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Prescott works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalske engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Prescott keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske throws an elbow that misses. Prescott uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalske's guard. Nice move by Prescott!#REVR##T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Kalske throws his legs up looking for a submission but Prescott uses it to pass to side control.
Kalske is looking to regain half guard here but Prescott keeps moving and retains side control.
Kalske can't do much from the bottom here.
Kalske is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Prescott is staying active.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
You can see the frustration on Kalske's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Pete Prescott will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Prescott scores with the left hand. Kalske knows he should have avoided that one.
Hjallis Kalske has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Prescott wants to clinch up but Kalske keeps it at a distance.
Kalske doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#CL#
Prescott forces Kalske back against the cage and clinches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Prescott. #BC#
Prescott pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Prescott moves out of range of the strikes.
Prescott swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
The fight stays on the outside here - Prescott looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kalske appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Prescott closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Prescott fails with an attempt to clinch.
Prescott lands with an uppercut that bounces Kalske off the cage and back into range.#T1#
Prescott fails in his attempt to clinch.
Prescott tries to clinch there but Kalske circles away.
Kalske unleashes a big counter combination but Prescott bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Prescott closes the distance looking to clinch
and Kalske counters with a nice leg kick.
Prescott lands a jab to the head.
Prescott ducks under a wild hook from Kalske.#CL#
Prescott rushes Kalske and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kalske goes for a takedown attempt but Prescott pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL#
Prescott gets a clinch. #BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch. #T2#
Prescott tries to clinch but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske unleashes a big counter combination but Prescott bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Prescott tries to clinch but Kalske moves out of range.
Prescott wants to clinch.
Kalske avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kalske swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kalske stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Kalske throws a hook but Prescott blocks it.#CL#
Prescott gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Kalske successfully pulls guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Kalske had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Prescott defends it easily.
Prescott has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kalske 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.
Pete Prescott is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Kalske can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Prescott controls the pace.
Prescott stopping the sweep attempt from Kalske.
Prescott is looking to stand up but Kalske won't let him.
Prescott wants to pass the guard but Kalske is keeping the position.
Prescott has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Kalske is proving hard to escape from.
Kalske doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Prescott doesn't manage to clinch there - Kalske circles away.
Kalske counters with a body kick.
Kalske keeps the fight on the outside.
Prescott moves in looking to clinch but Kalske pushes him off.
Kalske looks to land a combination. Prescott sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Prescott doesn't manage to clinch there - Kalske circles away.
Prescott wants to clinch up but Kalske keeps it at a distance.
And Kalske responds with a good body kick, but Prescott manages to step out the way in time.
Kalske tries to score with a low kick but Prescott moves his leg out of the way.
Prescott swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Prescott tries to clinch but Kalske moves away
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut.
Prescott tries to clinch but Kalske moves out of range.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Prescott uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kalske.
Kalske loads up on a big right hand but Prescott slips the punch.
Kalske takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 49:47
Judge Josh West scores the fight 49:46
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pete Prescott!
Pete Prescott retains his light heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Pete Prescott thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: SMASH: Sitsongrit vs Kentas 2
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
Kalske moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bispen lands the left hand.
Danga de danga de dang - Bispen scores with a four punch combination!
Bispen looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bispen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kalske.
Bispen lands with a good body shot.
Kalske takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kalske throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bispen misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kalske counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bispen digs a good body shot into Kalske's ribs.
Ivan Bispen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bispen checks a low kick from Kalske.
Bispen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bispen throws a right hand that misses
and Kalske makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bispen swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kalske counters with a nice low kick that buckles Bispen's knee momentarily.
Kalske bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bispen cracks Kalske with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bispen throws a big shot that misses.
Kalske bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
Bispen lands a two punch combo.
Ivan Bispen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bispen's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kalske connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bispen scrambles back to his feet.
Kalske 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.
Bispen throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kalske on the side of the head.
A head kick from Kalske lands but Bispen takes it in his stride.
Bispen throws a lazy uppercut
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut.
Bispen throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske throws out a powerful jab.
Kalske gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd cheers as Bispen lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kalske doesn't seem phased though.
Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bispen.
Kalske 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.
Kalske uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bispen.
Bispen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nice defenses there by Kalske.
Bispen moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#T2#
Kalske slips a straight right by Bispen.
Bispen scores with a punch to the head.
Bispen getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kalske goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT2#It looks like Ivan Bispen has been cut.
Bispen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bispen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kalske is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
The fighters circling - Bispen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kalske is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Bispen misses with a jab to the body
and Kalske counters with an inside leg kick.
Kalske throws a nice looking combination but Bispen bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bispen is looking to counter punch.
Bispen misses with a right hand
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
Bispen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kalske.
A jab from Bispen finds it's way through Kalske's defenses.
Bispen lands a jab.
Donk. Kalske catches Bispen right on the button with a cross.#T3#
Kalske dodges the punch combination from Bispen.
Kalske scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Kalske slips a jab from Bispen.
Bispen connects with a body shot.
Kalske throws a low kick, looking for Bispen's leg but Bispen calmly moves out of range.
Bispen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kalske gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kalske dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bispen. That did some damage!
Bispen uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bispen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bispen tests Kalske's chin there with a solid looking shot.
A punch combination from Bispen misses.
Bispen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kalske moves away.
Kalske has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#T4#
Kalske steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bispen.
Kalske flicks out a counter leg kick but Bispen steps away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circling - Bispen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kalske scores with a push kick.
Bispen misses with a body shot.
Bispen misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bispen throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Bispen walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bispen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kalske counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Bispen is breathing heavily.
Bispen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A big left from Kalske misses.
Bispen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bispen throws a sloppy body shot
and Kalske counters with a big head kick but Bispen shrugs it off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bispen tries to bum rush Kalske with a series of wild strikes but Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kalske uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bispen.
Kalske throws out a loose jab but Bispen uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Ivan Bispen will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Ivan Bispen's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Bispen moves forwards but Kalske connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bispen throws a hook but Kalske blocks it.
Kalske shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bispen misses with a hook
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske throws a shot from downtown. Bispen moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Bispen misses the target.
Bispen blocks a low kick nicely.
Bispen looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
Kalske slips a jab from Bispen.
Kalske throws out a counter right but Bispen avoids it with no problem.
Kalske takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bispen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bispen throws a big shot that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bispen throws a nice looking combination but Kalske bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bispen throws a shot from downtown. Kalske moves away and avoids it.
Bispen throws a jab but it's blocked by Kalske.
Bispen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bispen backing away here, and Kalske unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Bispen misses the jab.
Kalske throws a big shot that misses.
A cross from Bispen lands.
Kalske slips a straight right by Bispen.
Bispen throws a lazy right hand but Kalske sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bispen throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bispen.
A big left from Bispen misses.
Nice straight punches there by Kalske. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kalske.
Bispen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bispen falls off balance throwing a combination
and Kalske counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A slow jab from Bispen misses its intended target.
Bispen swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kalske connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice uppercut there from Bispen.
Ivan Bispen is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Kalske throws a head kick that misses.
It looked like Bispen was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kalske.
A jab from Bispen misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bispen scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bispen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Kalske tried to score with a low kick but Bispen checks it.
Bispen fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A telegraphed right hand from Kalske misses the target.
Bispen ducks under a wild hook from Kalske.
Bispen misses the shot to the body.
Bispen throws a right hand that misses
and Kalske counters with a good low kick that Bispen was not able to check.
Bispen tries to bum rush Kalske with a series of wild strikes but Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bispen looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bispen defends it well.
Kalske dips to his left and cracks Bispen with an uppercut!
Bispen misses with a double jab
and Kalske connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bispen throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Bispen throws a lazy uppercut
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bispen keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kalske.
Kalske with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bispen. Kalske does a little dance to reset his feet.#KD2#
Kalske cracks Bispen with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kalske has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Bispen to stand back up!#ROC2#Bispen is rocked!
Bispen misses with a lunging right hand
and Kalske counters with a huge right that knocks Bispen out cold! Kalske is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SMASH: Prescott vs Benedetti
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1##CL#
Dawkins gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Dawkins tries a body shot but Kalske blocks it. #TD2#
Kalske is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dawkins can't fight it off and eventually Kalske manages to take the fight to the floor. Dawkins looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kalske keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dawkins's head.
Kalske stopping the sweep attempt from Dawkins.
Dawkins looking to control.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Dawkins has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kalske has passed into side control.
Kalske looking to control but instead Dawkins has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dawkins tries to get to full guard but Kalske has control of the leg.
Kalske lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalske lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T1#
Dawkins is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kalske takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nice strikes from Kalske there. #ROC2#Dawkins is rocked!
We've been hearing good reports from Dawkins'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.
Kalske scores with a big shot! Dawkins's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Dawkins! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 282 Cowan vs Greene
Date: Jan 14, 2024

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Kalske throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Shifter counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Kalske! #SUB2#
Shifter is trying to get an arm triangle but Kalske is defending well. #SUB2#
Shifter tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shifter has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Shifter tries for a kimura but Kalske is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kalske has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at FF Forever, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Shifter tries for a kimura but Kalske is defending well.
Kalske manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T1#
Shifter landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Kalske trying to control from the bottom. #SUB#
Kalske looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shifter prevents Kalske from improving his position.#SUB2#
Kalske is defending against the submission attempts here by Shifter. #SUB2#
Shifter is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kalske manages to get to full guard.
Kalske 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 fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Shifter postures up. #T2#
Shifter working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shifter pushes down on Kalske's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Shifter is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kalske sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Kalske looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Kalske looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Shifter is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shifter prevents Kalske from improving his position.
Shifter is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Shifter putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Kalske really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T3##SUB2#
Shifter moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Kalske has worked his arm free - good work by Kalske!
Kalske struggling a bit here.
Shifter throwing strikes but Kalske manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Shifter manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shifter wants to improve his position but Kalske is controlling well.
Kalske is keen to just control but Shifter is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.
Kalske looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T4##SUB2#
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Shifter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kalske pulls his head out easily.
Shifter tries to roll over but Kalske keeps him under control.
Shifter is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kalske's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kalske's back!#SUB2#
Kalske fending off the submission attempt from Shifter.
You can see the frustration on Kalske's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later. #SUB2#
Shifter working for a choke but Kalske is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Kalske's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shape Shifter dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kalske misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Shifter counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Shifter missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kalske is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shifter is working for a kimura but Kalske is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shifter lands a nice short elbow.
Kalske is controlling Shifter's trapped leg to prevent Shifter from advancing to side control.#T1#
Shifter lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB2#
Shifter seems to be working for a kimura but Kalske defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a kimura but Kalske is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shifter to get the leverage.
Shape Shifter has got the better of the ground game so far.
Shifter passes the guard and advances to mount!
Shifter throwing strikes here but Kalske is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Kalske wants to hold on but Shifter pushes him away.#SUB2#
Shifter working for a guillotine from mount but Kalske is in no mood to give up.
Kalske sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Shifter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kalske gets full guard.#SUB#
Kalske is looking for a triangle but Shifter pushes his legs off easily.
Shifter working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kalske's head.#T2##SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Kalske looking for a guillotine here but Shifter defends easily.
Shifter working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Kalske is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Shifter drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Shifter jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Shifter throwing strikes from guard but Kalske blocks nicely.
Kalske wants to sweep but no luck.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Shifter in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3#
Kalske trying to keep a closed guard but Shifter is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Kalske looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Shifter has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Shifter drops back looking for a leg! Kalske is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Kalske manages to kick Shifter off! Shifter jumps back into Kalske's guard.
Shifter postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Shifter connects with a couple of short punches.
Shifter looking to pass the guard.
Shifter pushes down on Kalske's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Shifter thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kalske is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a kimura here. #T4#
Kalske is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura but Kalske is defending well.
Kalske is looking for a sweep. Shifter is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Kalske is defending against the submission attempts here by Shifter. #SUB#
Kalske looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kalske.
Kalske keeping full guard, as Shifter tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Shape Shifter showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Shifter shoots in looking for a takedown but Kalske manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Shifter's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Shifter tries for a takedown but Kalske circles away easily
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
Kalske looks to throw the jab but Shifter is out of range.
Shifter tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Shifter with the counter takedown but Kalske avoids it easily.#T1#
Kalske looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Shifter is trying to counter with his kicks.
Shifter shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A little feinted left hand from Kalske on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shape Shifter.
A telegraphed right hand from Kalske misses the target.
Shifter tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Shifter fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Kalske misses the target.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Kalske throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kalske leaves Shifter with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Kalske went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kalske misses with a double jab #TD2#
so Shifter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T3##SUB#
Kalske working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Shifter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Shifter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Shifter wants to pass the guard but Kalske is keeping the position.
Kalske working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Shifter.
Shifter won't allow Kalske to sweep him here.
Shifter distracts Kalske with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Shifter passes Kalske's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Shifter wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalske is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Shifter throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #SUB2#
Shifter is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kalske sees it coming and defends easily.
Shifter works his way into side control. #T4#
Kalske is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Shifter prevents Kalske from improving his position.#SUB2#
Shifter wants to work for an arm triangle but Kalske is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Kalske blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shifter. #SUB2#
Shifter is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kalske sees it coming and defends easily.
Shifter takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kalske wants to control but Shifter is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Kalske looking for submissions off his back.
Shifter tries to pass to full mount but Kalske defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Shifter is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kalske doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shifter.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shape Shifter.
I've got Shifter 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 Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shape Shifter!

Event: DMMA 272 Cowan vs Kruth
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
Kalske tests Evans's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kalske takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Kalske misses with a body shot
and Kalske takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kalske connects with a jab.
Kalske connects with a leg kick.
Evans cracks Kalske with a good jab.
Kalske throws a sloppy body shot
and Evans counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kalske's knee momentarily.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Evans throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Evans checks the leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Kalske as he connects with a hook.
Evans throws a jab but it's blocked by Kalske.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske's corner calls for a 1-2. Kalske obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kalske.
Evans looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Evans looks to land a body kick but Kalske moved away.
Evans misses with a body kick.
Kalske looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kalske throws a leg kick which misses Evans's front leg but catches the back leg as Evans tries to avoid it.
Kalske dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Evans has managed to clinch.
Evans has Kalske pressed against the cage, preventing Kalske from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Kalske breaks the clinch.
Kalske throws a body punch but Evans moves out of range.
Kalske falls off balance throwing a combination
and Evans counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Evans avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kalske fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Evans manages to avoid it.
Evans takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kalske misses with a leg kick
and Evans counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Evans looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske misses with a double jab
and Evans counters with a stiff right hand.
Kalske has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Evans checks a leg kick.
Kalske takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kalske throws a lazy right hand but Evans sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Evans looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Evans waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalske.
Kalske throws a front kick aimed at Evans's knee but Evans avoids it well.
Kalske with a nice cross.
Some bone on bone action there as Evans checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kalske lands an overhand right.
Evans blocks a leg kick.
Evans looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Evans misses with a body shot.
Kalske jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Kalske throws a leg kick but Evans moved away.#T3#
Kalske swings widly with a right hand
and Evans counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kalske lands a nice leg kick that just misses Evans's sensitive parts.
Evans moves out of range as Kalske throws a body kick.
Kalske buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kalske lands an overhand right.
Kalske cracks Evans with an open hand slap.
Kalske misses with a low kick as Evans jumps back.
A nice side step and Evans releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kalske tries to land a front kick but Evans steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Evans swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kalske swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A countering left hand to the body from Evans misses.
Kalske sizes up Evans with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kalske attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kalske misses with a body shot.
Kalske lands with a good body shot.
Kalske is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Evans throws the kick towards the body but Kalske avoids it.
Kalske paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kalske lands the left hand.
Kalske throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Evans doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kalske throws a half hearted mid kick.
Good exchange - Kalske coming out on top.
Kalske thuds his right hand into Evans's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kalske lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kalske.
A low kick from Kalske misses
enabling Evans to counter with a crisp jab.
Evans keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kalske.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Evans scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Evans loads up on a big right hand but Kalske slips the punch.
Kalske walks into a straight right hand from Evans.
A slow jab from Kalske misses its intended target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Evans was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Evans thows a left - swing and a miss!
Evans is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Kalske cracks Evans with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kalske throws a body punch but Evans moves out of range.
A nice side step and Evans releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kalske ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Evans's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kalske throws a solid leg kick but Evans takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kalske.
Evans throws a front kick that sends Kalske stumbling back into the cage.
Kalske misses with a body kick.
Evans misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske misses with a wild combination.
Jab by Kalske.
Kalske rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Evans counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Evans lands a leg kick that knocks Kalske off balance momentarily.
Evans avoids the body shot from Kalske.
Kalske thumps Evans with a low kick.
Evans slips a jab and a cross from Kalske.
Kalske throws a leg kick
and Evans counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Evans moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kalske thows a leg kick but Evans checks it
and Evans counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kalske throws a series of punches but Evans avoids them all with ease.
Evans lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kalske dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kalske explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Evans lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Evans ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kalske attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kalske misses with a left hand
and Evans counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Evans looks for the body kick but Kalske saw that one coming.
Evans has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Evans throws a series of punches but Kalske moves out of range.
Evans lands a nice hook to Kalske's body. Kalske takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kalske throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Evans throws out a counter right but Kalske avoids it with no problem.
Kalske misses with a combination
and Evans counters with an inside leg kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Evans looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Evans checks a leg kick.
Evans looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Evans takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Evans throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Kalske swinging wildly here.
Evans avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#T3#
Evans uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kalske.
Evans throws a head kick but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske throws a predictable looking body shot
and Evans finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Evans throws a jab when Kalske was well out of range.
Evans jabs at Kalske's body.
Kalske clobbers Evans with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Kalske ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Evans moves away.
Kalske misses with a wild body shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Evans! But no joy.
Kalske misses with an uppercut
and Evans counters with a body kick.
Evans lands a jab to the head.
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Evans was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Kalske throws a lazy uppercut
and Evans counters with a nice uppercut.
Evans throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#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!
Evans scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kalske throws a leg kick but Evans sees it coming and moves out of range.
Evans looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kalske throws an off balance right hand
and Evans counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske walks into a stiff left hand from Evans.
Kalske throws an overhand right that lands on Evans's shoulder, as Evans tries to avoid the shot.
Kalske on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kalske will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Evans explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Evans misses with an uppercut.
Gwynn Evans seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kalske throws a right hand that misses
and Evans counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Evans lands with a cross. #ROC2#Kalske is rocked!
Kalske misses with a right hand
and Evans counters with a nice body kick.
Oh Kalske is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Evans scores with a spinning back kick!
Kalske moves forwards but Evans connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL2#
Evans rushes Kalske and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gwynn Evans showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Evans lands a big uppercut and this one is all over! His foe lies motionless on the canvas - a massive one punch knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gwynn Evans!
Gwynn Evans thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 262 The Real Deal
Date: Nov 19, 2023

#R1#
Kalske misses with a double jab.
Kalske throws a series of strikes that have Mumba backpedaling.
Mumba looks to throw the jab but Kalske is out of range.
Kalske misses with an uppercut
and Kalske takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Hjallis Kalske has been cut.
Kalske moves in looking to clinch but Mumba pushes him off.
Mumba swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kalske throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #TD#
Kalske looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kalske forces his way into half guard.
Kalske wants to take a breather but Mumba is having none of it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB2#
Mumba actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Mumba trying to hold on to Kalske's head to control him but Kalske postures up.
Nice strikes from Kalske there.
Kalske trying to control the pace.
Mumba felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Mumba has a hand on Kalske's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Kalske takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Mumba wants to hold on but Kalske pushes him away.
Mumba is looking to improve his position but Kalske isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Kalske lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Mumba hang on?
Kalske has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kalske raining down hammerfists from mount.
Kalske unloading with bombs!
Mumba holds on to Kalske as tight as he can, avoiding damage.
Kalske can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mumba is looking to escape.
Kalske breaks from Mumba's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kalske with the ground and pound from mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mumba is trying to escape the mount.
Kalske avoids the attempt from Mumba to control.
Kalske postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Mumba looks a forlorn figure. #T3#
Kalske landing strikes from the mount.
Mumba tries to hold on but Kalske pushes him away.
Mumba is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Kalske is staying active.
Kalske lands a big shot there that rocks Mumba but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Kalske landing punches.
Kalske landing strikes from the mount and Mumba is in trouble!
Mumba is looking to improve his position but Kalske isn't that keen on the idea.
Kalske raining down shots from the mount!
Kalske lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Mumba hang on?
Mumba wants to control but Kalske is having none of it.#T4#
Mumba sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mumba wants to control but Kalske is keeping busy.
Kalske takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ground and pound from Kalske.
Mumba taking some punishment here, with Kalske in his half guard. #SUB2#
Mumba actively working from the bottom here.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Mumba's hands, connecting with Mumba's forehead.
Kalske working Mumba over with strikes. #SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hjallis Kalske's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Mumba.
Kalske walks into a jab.
Kalske lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mumba's sensitive parts.
Kalske with a nice calf kick.
Mumba showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kalske.
A low kick lands for Kalske.
Kalske fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mumba.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throws a leg kick but Mumba sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mumba bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mumba looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kalske misses with a low kick.
Kalske misses with a straight right. #CL#
Mumba tries to keep at a distance but Kalske has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kalske works on Mumba's body with a couple of short punches.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Mumba.
Mumba tries to pull guard but Kalske forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Mumba is trying to pull guard but Kalske has him pressed against the cage.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mumba fails to pull guard.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kwawi Mumba.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses.
Mumba is trying to pull guard but Kalske turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD2#
Mumba pulls guard effortlessly.
Kalske sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Mumba's guard.
Mumba wants to control but Kalske is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mumba tries to roll over but Kalske keeps him under control.
Kalske content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T2#
Mumba is looking to improve his position.
Kalske lands strikes from half guard.
Mumba trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mumba is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalske scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kalske trying to control the action but Mumba is working from the bottom.
Mumba is looking to control Kalske's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mumba avoid being mounted?#T3#
Kalske looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kalske scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Mumba is looking to control Kalske's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Mumba avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kalske lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Mumba is refusing to be controlled, as Kalske sits in half guard. #T4#
Mumba trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kalske manages to pass to mount!
Mumba regains half guard.
Kalske scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kalske moves nicely into side control.
Kalske lands a decent elbow from side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mumba wants to control but Kalske postures up.
Kalske landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Kalske scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Mumba to see if he's OK.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Hjallis Kalske's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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#
A swing and a miss from Mumba.
A little feinted left hand from Kalske on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalske is looking to clinch.
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick.
Mumba throws a jab but it's blocked by Kalske.
Kalske half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kalske buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kalske throws a right hand that Mumba ducks under and follows up with a left that Mumba also avoids with ease.
Kalske slips a straight right by Mumba.
It looked like Kalske wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kalske scores with a nice right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske looks to land a left hand but Mumba moved out of range nicely.
Mumba appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kalske swings for the body but Mumba moves out of range.
Kalske avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kalske throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Mumba's head.#T1#
Mumba has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kalske.
Kalske blocks a jab.
Kalske throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mumba throws out a counter right but Kalske avoids it with no problem.
Kalske staying out of range there.
Kalske misses with a left hand
and Mumba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske misses with a lunging right hand
and Mumba connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Mumba gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kalske to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kalske working some strikes from top position.
Kalske trying to control the position from guard on top but Mumba is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kalske passes into side control. #T2#
Mumba struggling a bit here.
Kalske cracks Mumba with a big right hand but Mumba just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mumba can't do much from the bottom here.
Kalske landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Mumba is looking to regain half guard here but Kalske keeps moving and retains side control.
Mumba can't do much from the bottom here.
Mumba is not content to let Kalske control the position. #T3#
Mumba takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Mumba struggling a bit here.
Mumba is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Kalske's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB2#
Mumba looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mumba is refusing to be controlled, as Kalske sits in half guard.
Mumba wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Mumba has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kalske is working away from the top position though.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalske lands a nice short elbow.
Kalske is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mumba can do to turn this around?
Kalske has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Mumba is in a horrible position here. Kalske smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Kalske lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Mumba hang on?
Kalske scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Kwawi Mumba has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kalske with a couple of short strikes.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 30:27
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 30:27

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

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

#R1#
Martin scores with a kick to the body.
Martin feints and then cracks Kalske's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kalske down.
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Martin was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Martin misses with a low kick.
A good leg kick by Martin.
Kalske smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Martin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kalske counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kalske moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Martin throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kalske feints the counter takedown.
Martin throws the kick towards the body but Kalske avoids it.
Martin connects with a right hand. Kalske shakes it off.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Martin throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kalske walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Martin checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Martin throws a series of punches but Kalske moves out of range. #T1#
Kalske takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Martin throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Kalske releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice straight punches there by Martin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Martin.
Swole Ricky Martin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Martin thuds a left hand into Kalske's body.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Martin.
A low kick lands for Martin.
Martin comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Martin throws a wild body kick that Kalske sees coming a mile off.
Kalske avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Martin darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Martin looks to land a right hand but Kalske moved out of range.
Kalske misses with a jab, cross combination.
Martin tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kalske wants to pass the guard but Martin is defending well.
Martin wants to control but Kalske is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kalske in particular looking to stall.
Martin regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kalske.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T3#
Kalske throwing strikes but missing.
Martin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kalske is looking to work some ground and pound but Martin has wrist control.
Martin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kalske chips away with some ground and pound.
Kalske trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kalske's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kalske wants to control from the top but Martin keeps moving.
Martin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4##SUB2#
Kalske drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Martin manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Kalske has Martin in his guard.#REVR#
Kalske 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.
Kalske is trying to control the position but Martin postures up.
Kalske looking for a sweep. Not yet Kalske, not yet. #SUB2#
Kalske is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kalske wants to hit a sweep here but Martin passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kalske there!
Kalske tries to reverse the position but Martin maintains control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Swole Ricky Martin dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Nice shot lands for Martin.
A solid leg kick lands there for Martin.
Kalske takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Martin scores with a nice strike.#CL#
Martin pushes Kalske up against the cage in a clinch.
Martin scores with a shot to the side of Kalske's head.
Kalske tries for a takedown but Martin manages to get underhooks.
Martin tries to throw a body punch but Kalske avoids it by throwing Martin back against the cage.
Kalske drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kalske blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Martin's elbow.
Kalske is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Martin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Swole Ricky Martin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Kalske wants a takedown.
Kalske has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Martin avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Martin misses with a body punch.
Kalske can't get the takedown. #T1#
Martin lands a hook to the side of the head.
I was talking to Martin's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Martin lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kalske or not.
Kalske is breathing heavily.
Martin blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Martin lands a left hand.
Martin prevents a takedown attempt there.
Martin lands with a right to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Martin.
Kalske takes a shot to the head. #BC2#
Kalske's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Swole Ricky Martin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Martin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Martin has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Martin chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kalske. Martin does a little dance to reset his feet.#KD#
Martin drops Kalske with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kalske looks back up at him and smiles so Martin waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Kalske is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kalske fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Kalske is still on wobbly legs! Can Martin finish him?
Martin circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Kalske to the canvas! Kalske doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Martin keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Swole Ricky Martin!
Swole Ricky Martin retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Swole Ricky Martin thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 248 Menezes vs Kersikov
Date: Oct 15, 2023

#R1#
McKane tries to clinch but Kalske moves out of range.
McKane with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McKane darts in trying to clinch
and Kalske counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McKane connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
McKane connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kalske's hands.
A head kick misses from McKane.
A solid leg kick lands there for McKane.
McKane thows a leg kick but Kalske checks it
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKane jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A low kick from McKane misses #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McKane!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske controlling the position.
Kalske is trying to ground and pound but McKane uses the momentary lack of control by Kalske to regain half guard. #T1#
Kalske missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McKane is refusing to be controlled, as Kalske sits in half guard.
McKane is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Convicted Fight Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Kalske trying to mount his opponent but McKane defends it.
Kalske thows a huge punch but McKane dodges it nicely.
Kalske content to control rather than advance.
McKane is refusing to be controlled, as Kalske sits in half 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.
Kalske passes the guard and advances to mount!
Kalske unloads with some shots from mount but McKane bucks and avoids them well.
Kalske looking to finish McKane with some ground and pound. This is bad for McKane!
Kalske throwing strikes but McKane recovers to half guard. A much better position.
Kalske takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kalske trying to control from McKane's half guard. McKane has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Kalske is fighting to break McKane's control of his arms but McKane is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Kalske throwing strikes but missing.
McKane is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
McKane keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kalske accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
McKane seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Kalske slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kalske wants to lay and pray for a moment but McKane keeps working. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Kalske misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
McKane is not content to let Kalske control the position.
Kalske cracks McKane with a big elbow. #SUB2#
Kalske is trying to get an arm triangle but McKane is defending well.
Kalske trying to control the position but McKane is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske working the ground and pound from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
McKane misses with a hook
and Kalske counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps McKane thinking.
McKane throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Kalske decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in McKane's guard.
Kalske controlling from the top position.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kalske in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalske throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McKane works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McKane working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McKane works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalske postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1#
McKane working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalske.
Kalske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kalske wants to control from the top but McKane keeps moving.
Kalske throws a strike but McKane rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Kalske looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Kalske looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kalske not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
McKane wants to control from the top but Kalske keeps moving.
Kalske working a defensive guard but McKane passes into half guard.
McKane is looking to take a break and control but Kalske is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB2#
Kalske is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but McKane pulls his head out easily.
McKane prevents Kalske from improving his position.
Kalske keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McKane thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Kalske's head.
Kalske is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of McKane's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take McKane's back!
Kalske misses with punches from the back.
McKane trying to control the hands but Kalske breaks the grip.
Kalske is hanging on to McKane's back as he tries to escape.
McKane is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Kalske scores with some strikes to the side of the head there. Good, points scoring shots. #T3#
McKane tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Kalske thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Kalske throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for McKane because Kalske loaded up on that one.
McKane is looking to get to half guard.
Kalske 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.
Kalske is trying to control here but McKane has managed to regain half guard.
McKane is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kalske's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kalske's back!
McKane lands a punch to the side of the head from the back. #T4#
Oooh a big shot gets through from McKane. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
McKane is working the ground and pound. Can Kalske escape?
McKane scores with punches and elbows.
McKane lands a shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske grimaces as he takes a shot to the body.
Kalske tries to break free.
Kalske is trying to remain composed but McKane is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Kalske can't escape the position.
McKane lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Taz McKane will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
McKane misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a shoot takedown. McKane fights it but they end up in guard.
Kalske preventing the sweep.
Kalske trying to control the position from guard on top but McKane is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
McKane preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalske wants to control from the top but McKane keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McKane works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kalske with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kalske throws an elbow that misses. McKane uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalske's guard. Nice move by McKane!#REVR##T1#
McKane trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalske is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Kalske has his foot on McKane's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. McKane works his way back into a safe position though.
McKane postures up. #SUB2#
Kalske throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McKane wants to control from the top but Kalske keeps moving.
Kalske is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Kalske is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McKane defends well.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McKane preventing the sweep.
McKane controls from within his opponent's guard.
McKane postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
McKane is looking to work some ground and pound but Kalske has wrist control.
McKane trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalske is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalske looking to control. #SUB2#
Kalske throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kalske is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3#
McKane preventing the sweep.
Kalske is trying to control the position but McKane postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McKane misses with a hook. Kalske ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Kalske was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McKane tries to clinch
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McKane connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Kalske's hands.
McKane with a nice calf kick.
Kalske will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
McKane throws a solid leg kick but Kalske takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McKane.#T4#
McKane darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McKane scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kalske misses with a straight left.
McKane gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Kalske counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McKane misses with the body kick
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalske throws a hook but McKane avoids it easily.
McKane scores with a nice strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McKane takes a swing at Kalske's ribcage but misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for McKane.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McKane keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kalske.
Kalske fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McKane on the side of the head.
Kalske avoids the body shot from McKane.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hjallis Kalske comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kalske 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DMMA 239 Doomsday vs Nakamura
Date: Sep 17, 2023

#R1#
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tofail paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tofail was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tofail throws a hook to the side of Kalske's head but Kalske sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tofail as he avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Tofail.#TD2#
Kalske closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Tofail did well to prevent Kalske getting side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske stalling.
Tofail tries to roll over but Kalske keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Tofail on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Tofail blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalske.
Tofail blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalske.
Kalske thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tofail's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalske wants to take a breather but Tofail is having none of it.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kalske sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tofail manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kalske throwing strikes from guard but Tofail blocks nicely.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2#
Kalske slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Kalske stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tofail swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kalske stopping the sweep attempt from Tofail.
Kalske throws a big elbow that misses.
Kalske slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kalske accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kalske wants to control from the top but Tofail keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##CL2#
Kalske instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kalske.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kalske.
Kalske misses with some punches.
Tofail blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kalske.
Tofail has had enough of the clinch but Kalske keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Kalske's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kalske throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tofail swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kalske throws the left hand but Tofail avoids the punch easily.
Tofail is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Tofail thuds a left hand into Kalske's body.
Kalske throws a chopping leg kick but Tofail manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Tofail ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tofail misses with an uppercut
and Kalske counters with a series of strikes. Tofail will be more careful next time no doubt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske tries to clinch but Tofail is having none of it.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tofail misses with a wild combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tofail waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalske.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tofail. Kalske does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kalske lands with a good body shot.
Kalske misses with the combination.
Tofail appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kalske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske swinging wildly here.
As Kalske looks to move away, Tofail throws a big counter combo but Kalske just gets out of the way.#T1#
Kalske connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tofail's hands.
Kalske throws a head kick but Tofail moves out of range.
Tofail feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Tofail fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kalske chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tofail throws a shot from downtown. Kalske moves away and avoids it.
Tofail takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2##CL2#
Kalske moves into range and clinches up with Tofail.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Kalske fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Kalske - that landed with a thud.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Tobig Tofail has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tofail tries to circle away but Kalske has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Tofail's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Kalske misses with a two punch combination.
Tofail loads up on a big right hand but Kalske slips the punch.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Kalske feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tofails jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tofail throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kalske throws a body kick that misses
and Tofail counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tofail misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kalske tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tofail throws a big counter combination but Kalske scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tofail throws a combination that misses
and Kalske counters with a nice body shot. #CL2#
Kalske takes the fight into the clinch. #T4#
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kalske misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Tofail breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Kalske pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tofail is out of range and Kalske settles back down.
A little feinted left hand from Tofail on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tofail throws a sloppy head kick
and Kalske counters with a left to the body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#CL2#
Kalske fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tofail, pushing him back against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kalske is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tofail rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Tofail waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalske.
Kalske throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tofail on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tofail bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kalske's head.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tofail paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tofail jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T1#
Tofail misses with a jab to the body
and Kalske counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
The crowd cheers as Kalske lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tofail doesn't seem phased though.
Kalske closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tofail circles away.
A little feinted left hand from Tofail on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tofail throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Tofail waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalske.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kalske.#T2#
Nice uppercut lands for Tofail. That snapped Kalske's head back. #CL2#
Kalske clinches.
Kalske looking for a takedown.
Tofail misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kalske tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tofail blocking some punches.
Tofail has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Kalske manages to break the clinch.
Tobig Tofail is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tofail's corner calls for a 1-2. Tofail obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske tries to clinch but Tofail moves out of range.
Tofail was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Kalske staying out of range there.
Kalske throws out a counter right but Tofail avoids it with no problem.
Tofail throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tofail uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kalske.
Tofail throwing a counter right hand but Kalske manages to avoid it.
Tofail avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kalske misses with a looping left.
Kalske tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tofail manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tofail getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kalske throws a series of punches but Tofail avoids them all with ease.
A little feinted left hand from Tofail on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt
and Tofail counters with a straight right hand.
Tobig Tofail has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Kalske stuns Tofail with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tofail throws a right hand that misses
and Kalske counters with a leg kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tofail pushing out the jab but it's not landing.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Hjallis Kalske.
Well Kalske 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 27:30
Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA 231 Klimenko vs Menezes
Date: Aug 27, 2023

#R1##TD#
Kalske closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Evans did well to prevent Kalske getting side control.
Kalske is looking to take a break and control but Evans is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kalske controlling the pace.
Kalske trying to mount his opponent but Evans defends it.
Kalske trying to control from half guard but Evans is working away.
Evans looks like he's trying to stand up.
Evans is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Kalske working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Evans makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Evans.
Kalske with a nice head shot there.
Evans wants to stand and escape but Kalske is having none of it. #ES2#
Evans manages to escape and get back to his feet. #T1#
Kalske throws a good cross that connects.
Evans on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kalske takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Jab from Evans.
Kalske throws a low kick but it's checked well by Evans.
Kalske lands a jab.
Evans throws a leg kick but Kalske sees it coming and moves out of range.
Evans avoids a kick to the body.
Evans throws out a counter right but Kalske avoids it with no problem.
Evans 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.
Kalske gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Evans.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Evans misses with a hook. Kalske ducked under it nicely.
Kalske misses with a leg kick.
Kalske shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Evans pinned against the cage. Evans gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Evans moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske moves out of range of the body kick from Evans.
Kalske looks to land a left hand but Evans moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Evans.
Kalske throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A clash of legs there as Evans blocks the low kick.
Kalske has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Evans fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kalske checks it well.
Evans dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Evans looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kalske takes a swing at Evans's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Evans! But no joy.
Kalske staying out of range there.
Evans throws the kick towards the body but Kalske avoids it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kalske.
Evans throws a low kick but Kalske avoids it.
Kalske checks a low kick from Evans.
Kalske misses the shot to the body.
Kalske dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Evans takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Evans walks into a jab.
Kalske misses with a hook.
Evans appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kalske blocks the body kick.
Kalske gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kalske throws a hook but Evans blocks it.
Gwynn Evans seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Evans cracks Kalske with a right hand to the side of the head.
Evans lands with a right hand.
Kalske is looking to chop away at Evans's legs.
Evans throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Evans waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalske.
Kalske misses with a kick to the body. #TD#
Kalske gets a takedown into half guard.
Kalske is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kalske working the head and body with strikes.
Evans looks like he's trying to stand up.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Evans is trying is best to control the position here.
Kalske missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Evans is trying to stand up here but Kalske is controlling him well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Kalske sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Evans defending well though. #T4#
Kalske working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kalske has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Evans tries to kick Kalske off but Kalske keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Evans moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kalske loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #ES2#
Evans kicks Kalske off and gets to his feet.
Kalske takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gwynn Evans is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Evans fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kalske manages to avoid it.
Evans throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Evans with a nice calf kick.
A nice leg kick from Evans, right into the meat of the thigh.
Evans looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
Kalske thumps Evans with a low kick.#TD#
Kalske drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kalske throws a strike aimed at the side of Evans's head but Evans avoids it well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gwynn Evans will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kalske slips under a jab from Evans.
Evans avoids a kick to the body.
Kalske throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Evans throws a jab when Kalske was well out of range.
Kalske fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Evans is looking to chop away at Kalske's legs.
Evans throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Evans throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Evans lands a high kick!
A telegraphed right hand from Evans misses the target.
Evans motions for Kalske to come forward. Evans throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Kalske dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Evans. That did some damage!
Kalske misses with a hook. Evans ducked under it nicely.
Kalske looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Evans fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kalske has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kalske looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Evans throws a leg kick
and Evans takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Evans connects with an inside leg kick.#T1#
Kalske steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Evans.
Kalske is looking to counter with a body kick.
Evans throws a jab but it's blocked by Kalske.
The fighters circling - Evans throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A quick step to the side and Kalske tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Evans fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Evans. Kalske does a little dance to reset his feet.
Evans checks a low kick from Kalske.
Kalske looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Evans moves away from the strike by Kalske.
Evans checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Evans let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kalske pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Evans moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Kalske looks to score with a jab to the body but Evans is just out of range.
Evans fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Evans steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kalske.
A big right from Evans misses.
Evans throws out a powerful jab.
Kalske lands a jab.
Gwynn Evans seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Evans stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kalske.
Nice uppercut lands for Evans. That snapped Kalske's head back. #T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Evans will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Evans displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kalske throws out the jab.
Evans lands a slapping body shot.
Evans avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Evans connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A low kick from Kalske misses
and Evans counters with a nice leg kick.
Evans throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske misses with a kick to the body.
The fighters circling - Evans throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Evans throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Kalske just misses with a punch to the body. #TD#
Kalske shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Evans pushes Kalske off looking to stand but Kalske dives back in and keeps control.
Kalske thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Evans's head.
Evans is refusing to be controlled, as Kalske sits in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Evans taking some punishment here, with Kalske in his half guard. #T3#
Kalske stops Evans from getting back to his feet.
Ground and pound from Kalske.
Evans wants to get back to his feet.#ES2#
Evans manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Kalske keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Kalske is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kalske softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC#
Kalske escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
The fighters circle momentarily. Evans darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kalske looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#TD#
Kalske throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Evans tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kalske is in Evans's guard.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalske throwing strikes but missing.
Kalske won't allow Evans to get back to his feet.
Evans keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4#
Kalske wants to control from the top but Evans keeps moving.
Evans trying to control the position here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Evans wants to stand but Kalske is controlling the position.
Evans looking for a sweep. Not yet Evans, not yet.
Evans keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kalske lands with a kick to the ribs.
Evans moves out of range of the body kick.
A head kick misses from Evans.
Evans missing with a left hand there. Kalske was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Evans takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Evans stuffs the takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gwynn Evans will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kalske fakes the leg kick and cracks Evans in the body.
Evans lands a nice looking body kick.
Evans lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kalske throws out a powerful jab.
That kick from Evans tenderised Kalske's leg. Kalske is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kalske throws a leg kick but Evans sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kalske throws a front kick aimed at Evans's knee but Evans avoids it well.
Kalske pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kalske swings for the body but Evans moves out of range.
Kalske misses with a wild body shot.
Evans looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kalske connects with a single shot there.
Kalske tries a head kick but it misses.
Evans swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kalske chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Evans can pounce on him.
Kalske avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Evans misses the jab.#TD#
Evans gets caught flat footed, as Kalske shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Evans is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Evans lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Evans doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kalske prevents a body shot from Evans.
Evans swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Evans misses with a body punch.
Kalske lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Evans backwards.
Evans doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Evans throws a punch but it's blocked by Kalske.
A short left from Kalske.
Evans tries to throw a body punch but Kalske avoids it by throwing Evans back against the cage.
Evans stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Evans misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kalske has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Evans after a bit of a struggle. #BC2#
Evans breaks from the clinch.
Kalske is looking to chop away at Evans's legs.
Evans fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kalske.
Kalske throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Evans takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kalske throws a hook to the side of Evans's head but Evans sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Evans takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T2#
Evans lands with a kick to the temple. Kalske shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Evans sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Evans lands a high kick!
Kalske misses with a straight left.
Kalske misses the shot to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as Kalske checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Evans takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Evans sprawls well. Evans wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kalske gets slowly back to his feet.
Kalske fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Evans checks it well.
Evans throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Kalske throws a series of punches but Evans moves out of range.
Kalske thuds a left hand into Evans's body.
Evans misses with an uppercut.
Kalske throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kalske pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T3#
Evans attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Evans moves out of range of the body kick.
Evans lands with a shot to the body.
Kalske thows a leg kick but Evans checks it
and Evans counters with a straight right hand.
Evans scoring well with a low kick there.
Kalske throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Evans lands a leg kick that knocks Kalske off balance momentarily.
A slapping leg kick lands for Evans.
Kalske looks to land a body kick but Evans moved away.
Kalske lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Evans circles away quickly and effectively.
A punch combination from Evans misses.
Evans throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice defenses there by Evans.
Evans uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kalske.
Evans waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kalske.
A jab from Evans misses.
Evans displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kalske.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hjallis Kalske. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kalske fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Evans looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4#
Evans throws a big shot that misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Evans connects with a body shot that sends Kalske's belly button to the back.
Kalske on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Evans throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Evans checks the leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Evans. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Evans.
Evans tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kalske was well out of range. Poor timing from Evans.#TD#
Evans gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kalske to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Evans seems keen to control Kalske's posture.
Kalske won't allow Evans to get back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kalske controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kalske lands a couple of digs.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gwynn Evans.
I've got Evans 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 Dillan Fox scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 29:30

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

Event: DMMA 223 Gora vs Martin
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kalske.
A cross from Kalske lands.
Kalske misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kalske lands an overhand right.#TD2#
Shifter gets a takedown into half guard.
Kalske wants to control but Shifter is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shifter prevents Kalske from improving his position.#SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a kimura here. #T1##SUB2#
Shifter is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura but Kalske is defending well. #SUB2#
Shifter is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Shifter tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kalske knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Kalske looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kalske gets full guard.
Kalske not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kalske avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kalske is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Shifter flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Shifter manages to get to full guard.
Shifter keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske 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.
Kalske chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB2#
Shifter has an active guard here but Kalske has managed to pass into half guard.
Shifter trying to get back to full guard but Kalske takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T3#
Shifter really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Shifter regains half guard.
Kalske wants to take a breather but Shifter is having none of it. #SUB2#
Shifter is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kalske pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Shifter looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kalske wants to control but Shifter is keeping him busy.
Shifter wants to improve his position but Kalske is controlling well.
Kalske blocks the strikes from Shifter. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Shifter tries to roll over but Kalske keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back.
Kalske wants to pass the guard but Shifter is defending well.
Kalske slows the pace down in half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back.
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 Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Shifter doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kalske counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kalske just misses with a punch to the body.
Shifter changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Kalske leaves Shifter with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck for Shifter with that takedown attempt.
Hjallis Kalske has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shape Shifter.#T1##CL#
Kalske moves into the clinch.
Kalske prevents a takedown attempt there.
Shifter goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kalske prevents it.
Kalske is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Shifter blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shifter is working for takedown but Kalske is calmly controlling the position for now.
Shifter looking for a takedown. #T2#
Kalske throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Shifter goes for a takedown attempt but Kalske pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kalske misses with a wild body shot.
Kalske connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hjallis Kalske is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kalske tries to clinch up but Shifter circles away and keeps his distance.
Kalske defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Shifter.
Shifter doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Kalske counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kalske is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shifter can do to turn this around?#T3#
Nice sprawl there from Kalske as Shifter shoots in.
Kalske throwing a counter right hand but Shifter manages to avoid it.
Kalske works Shifter's body with a nice hook.
Kalske fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Kalske breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4##KD#
Kalske drops Shifter with a beautiful combination! Shifter stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Kalske is looking for the KO!#ROC#Shifter is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Shape Shifter has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske drops Shifter with a naaaaasty hook - Shifter is in real trouble here! Kalske dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hjallis Kalske!
Our winner, Hjallis Kalske, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: DMMA 214 Gora vs Mfer
Date: Jul 16, 2023

#R1#
Kalske throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #TD#
Kalske decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Simone wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Simone manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Simone is trying to control the position but Kalske postures up. #SUB2#
Simone is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Kalske has his hands clasped together but Simone extends and breaks Kalske's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Simone.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Joey Simone!
A victorious Joey Simone thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 202 Gora vs Kalske
Date: Jun 10, 2023

#R1#
Gora uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kalske.
Kalske throws a right hand that misses
enabling Gora to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalske lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Gora throws a leg kick that misses.
Gora looks to land a right hand but Kalske moved out of range.
Kalske slips under a jab.
A low kick from Gora is predictable there
and Gora takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gora misses with a straight right.
Gora throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kalske counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gora throws a head kick but Kalske moves out of range.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Gora.
An inside leg kick lands from Kalske.
Kalske scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#T1#
Kalske misses with an uppercut.
Kalske blocks a head kick by Gora.
Kalske lands with a hook. Gora tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gora swings widly with a right hand
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Gora thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gora takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A low kick lands for Kalske.
Kalske throws a sloppy head kick and Gora moves out of range easily.
Gora throwing a counter right hand but Kalske manages to avoid it.
Kalske misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Gora on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalske misses with a lunging right hand
and Gora counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gora takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gora throws a poor cross that misses
and Kalske counters with a one-two to the body. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gora throws a head kick but Kalske moves out of range.
A cross from Kalske lands.
Gora missing with a left hand there. Kalske was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
That kick from Kalske tenderised Gora's leg. Gora is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kalske looks to land a right hand but Gora moved out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kalske, as that shot connected.
Kalske misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Borowa Gora is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sloppy strikes from Gora. Those never looked like landing.
Kalske lands a head shot.
Kalske dives in and grabs Gora's left leg, looking for a takedown. Gora pushes down on Kalske's head and hops out.
Kalske misses with a series of wild punches.
Gora was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
Kalske misses with the combination.
Kalske tests Gora's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kalske looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
A big left from Kalske misses.
Kalske loads up on a big right hand but Gora slips the punch.
Gora went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Kalske dives in for a single leg takedown but Gora sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
A good leg kick by Kalske.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kalske.
Gora tries a low kick but Kalske avoids it.
Kalske feints the counter takedown.#T4#
Kalske misses with a hook. Gora ducked under it nicely.
Kalske with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2#
Kalske drives through with a takedown into Gora's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske prevents Gora from getting back to his feet.
Gora trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
Kalske loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Gora wants to stand but Kalske is controlling the position.
Gora is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Heavy Metal that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#ES#
Gora wriggles free and stands up.
Kalske lands a nice hook to Gora's body. Gora takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gora with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kalske to score with a decent uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Gora scores with a one two! Kalske had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Kalske cracks a nice hook into Gora's ribs.
Gora throws a leg kick that misses.
Gora throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kalske.
Gora fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gora throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gora scores with a hook.
Gora misses with a body shot.
Gora throws a leg kick but Kalske moved away.
A leg kick checked by Kalske.
Kalske connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kalske lands a head shot.
Kalske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Kalske loads up on a big right hand but Gora slips the punch.
Kalske scores with a jab. Gora acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gora takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kalske throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kalske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gora.
Gora blocks a head kick by Kalske.
An attempted straight right counter from Gora misses the target.
Kalske tries to work over Gora's front leg with a kick but Gora checks it.
An attempted straight right counter from Gora misses the target.
Gora uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kalske.
Kalske throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Gora counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick.
Gora throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kalske counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Kalske throws an off balance right hand
and Gora counters with a nice body shot.
Kalske throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Gora.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gora defending well as Kalske loads up on a big left hand.
Kalske lands with a nice body punch.
Kalske throws an overhand right that lands on Gora's shoulder, as Gora tries to avoid the shot.
Kalske misses with a looping left.
Kalske lands a slapping body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Gora lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kalske has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kalske and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Gora misses the body punch
and Kalske counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD2#
Kalske shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Gora manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kalske loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Kalske connects with a couple of short punches.#ES#
Gora has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Kalske has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
A short right from Gora on the inside.
Kalske blocking some punches. #BC#
Gora's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gora scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kalske connects with a leg kick.
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gora was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
It looked like Gora was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kalske takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kalske lands a glancing blow to the side of Gora's head.
Gora misses the shot to the body.
Kalske misses with a right hand
letting Gora counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T4#
Gora takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Gora blocks a jab.
Gora blocks a head kick by Kalske.
Kalske throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Gora rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kalske moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gora tries a head kick but it misses.
Kalske scores with a hook.
Kalske throws a left and a right that both miss
enabling Gora to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalske takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Kalske lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kalske works Gora's body with a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kalske. Gora does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kalske punishes Gora's body with a nice straight punch.
Gora gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kalske.
Good standup being displayed there by Kalske as he connects with a hook.
A head kick misses from Gora.
Gora is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gora misses with an uppercut.
Kalske swings for the body but Gora moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske checks a leg kick.
Kalske misses with an uppercut
and Gora counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kalske thinking.
Kalske misses with an uppercut. Gora saw that one coming.
It looked like Gora was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T1#
Gora misses the shot to the body.
Gora throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gora showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kalske.
Nice defenses there by Gora.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kalske scoring well with a low kick there.
Gora swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kalske counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A left lands for Gora.
Gora staying out of range there.
Gora tests Kalske's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kalske misses the shot to the body.
Gora appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.#T2#
Kalske throws a shot from downtown. Gora moves away and avoids it.
Kalske misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gora.
Kalske lands a head kick!
Kalske connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gora's hands.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske goes for a double leg but Gora avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gora continues to drive forward.
Kalske throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kalske lands a jab to Gora's midsection.
Gora avoids the head kick by Kalske.
Kalske shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A nice leg kick from Gora, right into the meat of the thigh. #T3#
Gora thumps Kalske with a low kick.#TD2#
Kalske changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Gora looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Gora tries to escape but Kalske is in control.
Borowa Gora overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Kalske looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Kalske scores with a couple of short elbows.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#ES#
Gora bucks up and manages to escape back to his feet!
Kalske scores with a body shot.
Kalske jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gora takes one to the side of the head.
Gora looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gora avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Kalske walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kalske scores with a nice right hand.
Gora tries to bum rush Kalske with a series of wild strikes but Kalske uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A low kick from Kalske is predictable there
and Gora counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kalske plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kalske looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Gora appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Gora lands a really nice looking cross but Kalske seems unphased.
Nice shot lands for Kalske.
Kalske wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kalske attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske really dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R4#
Kalske misses with a looping left.
As Kalske backs away, Gora returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gora avoids the head kick by Kalske.
It looked like Gora wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kalske looks to score with a jab to the body but Gora is just out of range.
Kalske misses the shot to the body.
Gora is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kalske throws a body punch but Gora moves out of range.
Gora went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Gora tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Gora throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut.
Kalske scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske has his takedown stuffed
enabling Gora to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalske throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T1#
Kalske tries a low kick but Gora avoids it.
Kalske pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gora loads up on a big right hand but Kalske slips the punch.
Gora swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Gora takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gora on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kalske's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gora connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Kalske scrambles back to his feet.
Gora looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kalske lands with a nice body punch.
Kalske misses with a lunging right hand
and Gora counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
No joy there for Gora, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #T2#
Gora lands a nice hook to Kalske's body. Kalske takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gora ducks under a wild hook from Kalske.
Gora appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kalske takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kalske.
Kalske is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Kalske working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Gora tries to escape but Kalske is in control.
Kalske in side control, throwing shots but Gora defends. #T3#
Gora is not content to let Kalske control the position.
Kalske in side control, throwing shots but Gora defends. #ES#
Gora throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Gora lands a glancing blow to the side of Kalske's head.
Gora showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kalske.
Gora connects with an inside leg kick.
Kalske scores with a nice right hand. #T4#
Gora swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gora takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kalske throws a lazy right hand but Gora sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gora avoids the head kick by Kalske.
Gora misses with a hook. Kalske ducked under it nicely.
Gora scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske takes a swing at Gora's ribcage but misses.
Gora half committed to a counter leg kick.
Kalske throws a leg kick but Gora checks it.
Gora lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kalske missing with a left hand there. Gora was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little feinted left hand from Gora on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalske misses with a looping right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Kalske lands a head kick. Gora smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Gora throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Gora lands a jab.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Gora lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Kalske has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kalske and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Gora misses with a leg kick.
Kalske lands a leg kick that knocks Gora off balance momentarily.
Gora stuffs the takedown attempt from Kalske. Kalske gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kalske.
Kalske scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Gora blocks a leg kick.
Gora takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kalske works the jab nicely.
Kalske throws a predictable looking body shot
and Gora counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kalske misses with a left hand
enabling Gora to counter with a crisp jab. #TD2#
Kalske feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Kalske trying to control but Gora is working from the bottom. #ES#
Gora pushes Kalske off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kalske throws a looping overhand right but Gora ducks down to avoid it.
Kalske jabs at Gora's body.
Borowa Gora has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kalske throws a head kick that misses.
Gora is looking to slow Kalske down with leg kicks.
Gora bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kalske misses with a hook.
Gora is looking for a counter combo.
Gora closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Gora walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kalske misses with a takedown
and Gora connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #ROC#Kalske is rocked!
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick. #T3#
Kalske has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Gora finds it's way round the side to connect with Kalske's head.
Kalske is still on wobbly legs! Can Gora finish him?
Gora cracks Kalske with a hook to the temple - Kalske is on wobbly legs here! Gora swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Kalske falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Gora wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:12 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Borowa Gora!
Borowa Gora retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Borowa Gora thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 191 Hightower vs Vilkas 2
Date: May 07, 2023

#R1#
Martin fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD#
Kalske closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kalske working the ground and pound from side control.
Kalske misses with the ground and pound.
Martin wants to control but Kalske postures up.
Kalske scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Martin to see if he's OK.
Kalske in side control, throwing shots but Martin defends.
Kalske tries to move into full mount but can't pass Martin's legs.
Martin managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kalske.
Martin looking for a sweep but Kalske has passed into full mount! Oh no!#T1#
Kalske misses with a head shot.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Kalske 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.
Martin tries to hold on but Kalske postures up.
Martin holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Kalske tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Kalske throws some wild stikes that Martin manages to avoid easily.
Kalske throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Martin because Kalske loaded up on that one. #T2#
Martin avoids a series of strikes thrown by Kalske.
Martin takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Martin wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Kalske.
Kalske looking to ground and pound but Martin is blocking nicely.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Kalske cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Kalske scoring with strikes but Martin is staying in there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kalske sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Poor strikes thrown by Kalske there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help! #T3#
Poor strikes thrown by Kalske there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
Martin holds on, trying desperately to control.
Martin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kalske landing strikes from the mount and Martin is in trouble!
Kalske throwing strikes here but Martin is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Kalske working away from the top, dropping strikes.#SUB#
Kalske moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Martin has worked his arm free - good work by Martin! #T4#
Kalske with the ground and pound but Martin regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #SUB#
Kalske is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Martin sees it coming and defends easily.
Kalske throws a strike but Martin avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Martin keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske throws a strike but Martin rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kalske with the inside leg kick.
Martin misses with a looping left.
Martin throws a hook but Kalske blocks it.
No luck for Kalske with that takedown attempt.
Kalske looks to throw the jab but Martin is out of range.
Martin jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Martin takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Martin throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Kalske takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Martin takes a jab right on the kisser.
Martin checks a low kick from Kalske.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske cracks Martin with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Martin scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Martin misses with a looping right.
Martin throws a jab but it's blocked by Kalske.
Martin pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Martin checks the leg kick.
Kalske is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Martin can do to turn this around?#T1#
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Martin misses the shot to the body.
Kalske is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Martin.
Martin throws a hook to the side of Kalske's head but Kalske sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kalske on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Martin. Martin obviously looking to wear him down.
Kalske misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Martin.
Kalske checks the leg kick.
Kalske walks forward, straight into a front kick from Martin.
Kalske listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Martin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kalske checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Martin.
Martin thumps Kalske with a low kick.
Kalske is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kalske misses with a body shot. #TD#
Kalske fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Martin sprawls well initially but Kalske persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kalske lands strikes from half guard.#T2#
Kalske lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Martin blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalske.
Kalske throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Martin blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalske.
Kalske wants to control but Martin is keeping him busy.
Martin wants to improve his position but Kalske is controlling well.
Kalske throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kalske throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Kalske lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalske wants to lay and pray for a moment but Martin keeps working.
Kalske sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Martin defending well though.
Kalske thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Martin's head.
Kalske working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalske lands a nice short elbow.
Kalske looks to land a strike but Martin avoids it nicely and regains full guard.#T4#
Martin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kalske is looking to pass into half guard but Martin pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Martin is in guard.#REVB#
Kalske is trying to keep Martin in close. #SUB#
Kalske throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Martin escapes and throws Kalske's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kalske tries to improve position but can't.
A lull in the action here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Martin lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kalske sizes up Martin with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Martin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kalske.#TD#
Kalske decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Kalske not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Martin is looking for a sweep. Kalske is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Martin is controlling Kalske's trapped leg to prevent Kalske from advancing to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kalske scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1#
Kalske working over Martin with some ground and pound. Martin looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Martin is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalske scores with a couple of nice shots.
Martin holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #SUB#
Kalske is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Kalske throwing shots but Martin is blocking nicely. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kalske takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kalske wants to lay and pray for a moment but Martin keeps working.
Martin is trying to control but can't.
Martin works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kalske looking to sit in guard and control but Martin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Hjallis Kalske overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kalske is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Kalske has an active guard here but Martin has managed to pass into half guard. #T3#
Martin content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kalske tries to roll over but Martin keeps him under control.
Martin with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kalske tries to roll over but Martin keeps him under control.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kalske gets back to full guard.
Kalske tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kalske is working hard here to advance position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Kalske looking to control. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Martin looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kalske pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Martin lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kalske crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Martin - the referee stops the clock and Kalske gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Martin. Kalske manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Martin looks to throw the jab but Kalske is out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Kalske on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Swole Ricky Martin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Martin tries to land a front kick but Kalske steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hjallis Kalske showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Kalske, 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 William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DMMA 183 Panda vs Melondov
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Kalske tests Evans's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kalske 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.#CL#
Evans has taken the fight to the clinch.
Kalske blocks an uppercut.
Kalske has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske tries to break free but Evans pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Kalske manages to break the clinch.
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kalske throws a predictable looking body shot
and Evans counters with a straight right hand.
Kalske keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kalske connects with a solid leg kick.
Kalske bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Evans's head.
Evans ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kalske lands a nice looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A telegraphed right hand from Evans misses the target.
Evans takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Evans throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Kalske tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Evans was well out of range. Poor timing from Kalske.
Evans throws a chopping leg kick but Kalske manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kalske takes a swing at Evans's ribcage but misses.
Kalske tries to score a power double leg takedown but Evans sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kalske somewhat.
Evans delivers a nice body kick.
Kalske throws a wild body kick that Evans sees coming a mile off.
Good work by Evans as he checks the leg kick.
Kalske moves out of range of the strikes.
Evans doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Kalske throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Evans stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Evans takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2##TD2#
Kalske drives through with a takedown into guard.

Evans kicks Kalske off and gets to his feet.
Gwynn Evans is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Evans keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kalske.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Evans - that will leave a mark! #CL#
Evans rushes Kalske and presses him up against the cage.
Kalske scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kalske can't find room to land a body shot as Evans controls the action.
Kalske's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Evans struggles to land a body shot inside as Kalske controls his hands.
Evans misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kalske misses with some punches.
Evans swings wildly with an uppercut but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Evans tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Evans lands a nice shot to the body.
Kalske lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
A short right from Evans.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Evans misses with the head strike.
Kalske has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Evans avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Evans misses with a punch to the body.
Evans can't find room to land a body shot as Kalske controls the action.
Kalske makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Evans working aggressively here.
Kalske blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kalske.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Evans misses with some punches.
Evans lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kalske has had enough of the clinch but Evans keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch.
Kalske lands with an overhand left.
Kalske throws a good cross that connects.
Kalske lands with a slapping head kick.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske lands a really nice looking cross but Evans seems unphased. #T4#
Evans showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kalske.
A little feinted left hand from Evans on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalske dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kalske lands the left hand.
Kalske misses the jab.
Evans is looking for a counter combo.
Evans takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Kalske lunges at Evans with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Evans's hand.
Kalske lands with an uppercut that bounces Evans off the cage and back into range.
Evans moves in looking to clinch but Kalske pushes him off.
And Kalske tries to counter it with a takedown but Evans pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Evans looks for the body kick but Kalske saw that one coming.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kalske.
Evans looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kalske throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kalske slips a jab from Evans.
Kalske unleashes a big counter combination but Evans bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Evans swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kalske tries to bum rush Evans with a series of wild strikes but Evans uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Evans appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Kalske attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kalske throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kalske avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kalske throws a hook but Evans avoids it easily.
Kalske swings for the body but Evans moves out of range.
Evans misses with an uppercut. Kalske saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Evans rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Evans takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kalske jabs Evans right on the nose. Evans blinks but takes it well.#TD2#
Kalske shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Evans's guard.

Evans has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kalske is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske lands a right hand. #T1#
Kalske goes for a takedown attempt but Evans pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Kalske throws a leg kick which misses Evans's front leg but catches the back leg as Evans tries to avoid it.
Kalske shoots in for a double leg but Evans sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Kalske drives through with a takedown into Evans's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Evans wants to stand up but Kalske is controlling him.
Kalske sitting in guard, not really doing much. #ES#
Evans pushes Kalske off and scrambles back to his feet.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kalske cracks Evans with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kalske is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Kalske throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Kalske moves out of range as Evans throws a body kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Evans thuds his right hand into Kalske's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kalske plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Kalske misses with a combination
and Evans cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Evans connects with a leg kick.
Kalske staying out of range there.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Evans.
Kalske scores with a three punch combo!
Kalske throws a head kick that misses
and Evans counters with an outside leg kick.
Kalske is breathing heavily.
Evans ducks under a wild hook from Kalske.
Evans tried to counter with a leg kick but Kalske avoided it.
Evans lands with a kick to the ribs. #T3#
Kalske throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kalske bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Evans misses with a looping left.
A left lands for Evans.
Kalske lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Evans avoids the head kick by Kalske.
It looked like Evans wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL#
Evans clinches up against the cage.
Kalske is looking for a takedown.
Gwynn Evans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Evans prevents a takedown attempt there.
Evans lands with a right to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Evans.
Evans tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Evans has a couple of punches blocked by Kalske.
Evans goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Evans. #T4##BC2#
Kalske pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed right hand from Evans misses the target.
Kalske throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalske throws a jab but it's blocked by Evans.
No joy there for Evans, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kalske takes one on the button.
Evans bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Evans throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Evans staying out of range there.
Evans blocks a jab.
Evans is looking to counter punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kalske swings widly with a right hand
and Evans counters with a nice body shot. #CL#
Evans moves into the clinch.
Evans throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske has a couple of punches blocked by Evans.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gwynn Evans dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Kalske is looking to land body kicks.
Kalske lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Kalske misses with a body shot.
Evans jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Evans takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Kalske fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A clash of legs there as Evans blocks the low kick.
Evans is looking to land body kicks.
Kalske tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Kalske tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Evans defends well and Kalske ends up having to push Evans into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Evans on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Evans cracks Kalske with a good jab.
Kalske gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Evans.#CL#
Evans gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Evans lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short right from Evans.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Evans. #T1#
Evans tries a body shot but Kalske blocks it.
Kalske blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD2#
Kalske gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Evans is concentrating on defense, preventing Kalske from advancing position.
Evans pushes Kalske off looking to stand but Kalske dives back in and keeps control.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Evans is trying is best to control the position here.
Kalske working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Evans pushes Kalske off looking to stand but Kalske dives back in and keeps control.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Evans avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kalske.
Kalske missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalske lands a nice short elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Evans is trying to stand.
Evans manages to get to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Evans pulls Kalske in to control the position. #T2#
Kalske is looking to work some ground and pound but Evans has wrist control.
Evans is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Kalske is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kalske scoring with some ground and pound.
Evans keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Evans is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Evans is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kalske landing some decent shots from guard.
Evans looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalske is one step ahead there.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kalske stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Evans swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Evans seems keen to control Kalske's posture.
Kalske trying to control the position from guard on top but Evans is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalske is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kalske lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalske stopping the sweep attempt from Evans.
Evans is looking to stand up but Kalske isn't so interested in that idea.
Kalske trying to control but Evans is working from the bottom.
Evans is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Evans trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#ES#
Evans has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kalske is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Kalske wants to get back to striking at distance but Evans won't allow it.
Evans can't find room to land a body shot as Kalske controls the action. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Kalske scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Evans is pressed up against the cage. Kalske has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Evans down to the mat. Evans avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Gwynn Evans has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Evans lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Evans wants to clinch but Kalske slips to the side
and Kalske counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Danga de danga de dang - Kalske scores with a four punch combination!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Evans avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Evans was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Kalske.
Kalske gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A good leg kick by Kalske.
Kalske misses with a looping right.
Evans wants to clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Hjallis Kalske.
I think Kalske 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DMMA 175 Hightower vs Veainu
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Bol misses with an uppercut.
A little jabbing left from Kalske on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kalske 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.
Bol looks to score with a jab to the body but Kalske is just out of range.
Kalske shapes to counter with a head kick.
Bol misses with a hook.
Bol misses the shot to the body.
Kalske with the counter takedown but Bol avoids it easily.
Bol lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kalske connects with a leg kick.
Kalske moves away from the strike by Bol.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kalske there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kalske scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT2#It looks like Yar Bol has been cut.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bol but Bol pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T1#
Kalske throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bol tried to counter with a leg kick but Kalske avoided it.
Kalske looks to land a right hand but Bol moved out of range.
Kalske connects with a body shot.
A clash of legs there as Kalske blocks the low kick.
Kalske throws out a powerful jab.
Bol bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kalske's head.
Kalske throws a lazy right hand but Bol sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Bol on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kalske throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Kalske pulls out of a head kick attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Bol misses the target.#T2#
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bol.
Bol throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
Bol takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bol throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kalske is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bol.
Kalske misses with a leg kick
and Bol counters with an inside leg kick.
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!
Kalske chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bol can pounce on him.
Jab, jab by Bol - just one landing.
Kalske bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bol's head.#T3#
Bol swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kalske.
Kalske throws an elbow that misses. Bol uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalske's guard. Nice move by Bol!#REVR##SUB2#
Kalske escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Bol gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Kalske has his foot on Bol's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bol works his way back into a safe position though.
Bol stopping the sweep attempt from Kalske.
Kalske trying to keep a closed guard but Bol is proving a slippery customer. #SUB2#
Bol avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Bol knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kalske on the ground.#T4#
Kalske is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bol is posturing up here but Kalske has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Bol tries to roll out but it's too tight and Bol has to tap! Slick submission there by Kalske!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: DMMA 166 Harakka vs Hall 2
Date: Feb 05, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters circling a little - Zhdanov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Zhdanov throws a shot from downtown. Kalske moves away and avoids it.
Kalske is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kalske throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Zhdanov's head.#CUT2#It looks like Roman Zhdanov has been cut.
Zhdanov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kalske looks to land a left hand but Zhdanov moved out of range nicely.
Zhdanov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kalske only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Roman Zhdanov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske throws a quick inside leg kick.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kalske darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Zhdanov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Kalske.
Zhdanov blocks a jab.
Zhdanov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kalske can pounce on him. #T1#
A punch combination from Kalske misses.
Zhdanov thows a leg kick but Kalske checks it
and Zhdanov takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kalske will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Zhdanov throws a leg kick
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Zhdanov lands a jab to Kalske's midsection.
Kalske slips a straight right by Zhdanov.
Kalske tries to clinch but Zhdanov is having none of it.
Kalske takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Roman Zhdanov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kalske fails with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Kalske misses with a jab, cross combination.
A swing and a miss from Zhdanov.
Kalske fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Zhdanov throws a push kick but Kalske slaps the foot to one side.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske tries to clinch but Zhdanov moves away
and Zhdanov counters with a slapping leg kick.
Zhdanov lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CL2#
Zhdanov gets tackled into the cage by Kalske. Kalske maintains the clinch. #T3#
A short left from Zhdanov.
Zhdanov blocks a body shot from Kalske. #BC2#
Kalske's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Zhdanov scores with the left hand. Kalske knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#It looks like Hjallis Kalske has been cut.#CL#
Zhdanov pushes Kalske up against the cage in a clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Kalske.
Kalske tries to work over Zhdanov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kalske misses with a body punch.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Zhdanov.
Zhdanov tries to throw a body punch but Kalske avoids it by throwing Zhdanov back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zhdanov.
Kalske tries to throw a body punch but Zhdanov avoids it by throwing Kalske back against the cage.
Kalske swings wildly with an uppercut but Zhdanov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zhdanov comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Zhdanov throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land. #T4#
Kalske lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Zhdanov backwards.
Kalske misses with a punch on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zhdanov creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kalske's defenses.
Kalske avoids the elbow strike from Zhdanov, against the cage.
Zhdanov misses with the head strike.
Kalske working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kalske on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Zhdanov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kalske counters with a nice uppercut.
Zhdanov missing with a left hand there. Kalske was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zhdanov.
It seemed like Kalske was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Zhdanov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kalske misses with a hook. Zhdanov ducked under it nicely.
Zhdanov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Roman Zhdanov will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Zhdanov throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Zhdanov throws an overhand right that lands on Kalske's shoulder, as Kalske tries to avoid the shot.
Kalske thinks about the counter body kick.#CL#
Zhdanov gets a clinch.
Kalske blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zhdanov misses with the head strike.
Kalske fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kalske blocks an elbow strike from Zhdanov.
Zhdanov throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Zhdanov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Zhdanov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kalske is looking for a takedown.
Zhdanov lands a damaging elbow.
Kalske tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kalske managing to block the knees to the body from Zhdanov.
Zhdanov blocks a body shot from Kalske. #T1#
Zhdanov lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kalske scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Zhdanov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Zhdanov misses with the head strike.
Zhdanov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Kalske is breathing heavily.
Zhdanov trying to land knees to the body.
Kalske tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zhdanov scores a nice knee to the body.
Kalske is trying to push Zhdanov away but Zhdanov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Zhdanov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kalske backwards.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
Zhdanov gets through Kalske's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Zhdanov.
A short left from Zhdanov.
Zhdanov lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zhdanov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kalske.
Zhdanov throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kalske goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Zhdanov scores with a nice hook to the head.#T2#
Zhdanov lands a nice uppercut.
Zhdanov lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Zhdanov presses Kalske against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Zhdanov.
Kalske takes an elbow to the forehead.
Zhdanov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Zhdanov lands a damaging elbow.
Zhdanov has a couple of punches blocked by Kalske.
Zhdanov lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kalske backwards.
Kalske is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Zhdanov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Zhdanov lands a nice elbow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Zhdanov.
Zhdanov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Zhdanov lands a left hand.
A short right from Zhdanov on the inside. #ROC#Kalske is rocked!
Roman Zhdanov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Zhdanov lands a shoulder strike.
Kalske is still on wobbly legs! Can Zhdanov finish him?
Zhdanov lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Zhdanov has Kalske pressed against the cage. He pushes Kalske back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Zhdanov throws a beautiful elbow that sends Kalske crashing to the floor! Zhdanov piles on the pressure with more strikes! Kalske is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Roman Zhdanov!
A relieved looking Roman Zhdanov thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: DMMA 159 Unfinished Business 2
Date: Dec 31, 2022

#R1#
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hightower sprawls well. Hightower wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kalske gets slowly back to his feet.
Hightower swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL#
Hightower closes the distance and clinches.
Hightower putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kalske in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Kalske blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kalske blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kalske lands a nice shot to the body.
Hightower lands a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Hightower.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hightower scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hightower lands with a right to the head.
Hightower putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Kalske in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Kalske working aggressively here.
Kalske is trying to force a seperation but Hightower has the dominant position.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hightower's elbow.
Hightower throws a punch but it's blocked by Kalske. #T1#
Kalske takes a knee to the side of the body.
Kalske looks winded!
Hightower fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hightower has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Hightower tries a knee to the head but Kalske blocks it.
Hightower throws a head punch that misses.
Kalske on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kalske makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Hightower misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kalske.
Hightower landing knees to the head.
Kalske on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Hightower tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kalske avoids it.
Hightower scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A nice left hand lands by Hightower.
Hightower misses with a punch on the inside.
Hightower is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kalske is defending well for now.
Hightower utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Hightower blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hightower is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Hightower missing with knees to the body. #T2#
Kalske blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Kalske misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hightower landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Hightower working Kalske over with knees to the body.
Hightower misses with a knee strike.
Kalske can't break the clinch.
Kalske can't break the clinch.
Hightower tries a knee to the head but Kalske blocks it.
Kalske managing to block the knees to the body from Hightower.
Hightower scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hightower missing with knees to the body.
Kalske avoiding damage as Hightower throws knees to the body.
Kalske lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hightower lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kalske blocking some punches.
Hightower misses with some punches.
Hightower trying to land knees to the body.
Hightower lands with a left to the head.
Kalske is trying to break the clinch but Hightower has him pressed against the cage. #T3#
Hightower working Kalske over with knees to the body.
Hightower lands with a right to the head.
Kalske blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Hightower lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hightower working aggressively here.
Kalske misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hightower trying to land knees to the body.
Hightower missing with knees to the body.
Kalske lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kalske changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hightower fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hightower lands a jab.
Kalske throws out a loose jab but Hightower uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske checks a leg kick.
Kalske misses with a hook. Hightower ducked under it nicely. #T4#
Hightower blocks a low kick nicely.
Hightower slips a straight right by Kalske.
Hightower lands with an overhand left.
Hightower lands with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hightower checks a leg kick.
Kalske tries to work over Hightower's front leg with a kick but Hightower checks it.
Hightower feints and then cracks Kalske's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kalske down.
Hightower cracks Kalske with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Hightower is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Hightower throws a lazy uppercut #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Kalske wants to control from the top but Hightower keeps moving.
Kalske is stalling in the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Hightower dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kalske takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kalske throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kalske slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kalske tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Hightower is able to avoid easily.
Hightower throws a hook to the side of Kalske's head but Kalske sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Hightower scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kalske takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Hightower is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kalske can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hightower with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nice uppercut lands for Hightower. That snapped Kalske's head back.
Hightower connects with a solid leg kick.
Hightower throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.#T1#
Kalske falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Hightower counter with a right hand.
Kalske sizes up Hightower with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kalske takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jason Hightower is winning the standup battle so far.
Kalske throws a right hand that misses
and Hightower counters with a nice uppercut.
Hightower fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kalske.
Hightower connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kalske takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Jason Hightower seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hightower thuds a left hand into Kalske's body.
Hightower misses with a lunging right hand
letting Kalske counter with a right hand.
Hightower lands the left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hightower lands with a shot to the body. #T2#
Hightower wants to clinch up but Kalske keeps it at a distance.
Hightower keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Hightower misses the target.
Hightower moves out of range of the body kick.
Nice shot lands for Kalske.
Hightower connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Kalske swings widly with a right hand
and Hightower counters with a thumping low kick.
Jason Hightower is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kalske tries a head kick but it misses.
Kalske has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Hightower.
A lazy left from Hightower finds it's target.
Hightower is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Kalske keeps the fight on the outside.
Kalske feints a counter leg kick.
Hightower turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kalske looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T3#
Hightower thows a leg kick but Kalske checks it
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
Hightower throws a low kick, looking for Kalske's leg but Kalske calmly moves out of range.
Kalske takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Kalske avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A solid leg kick lands there for Hightower.
Kalske bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hightower getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kalske throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hightower misses the jab.
Kalske lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Nice shot by Kalske.
Hightower lands a head shot.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hightower. #T4#
Kalske moves away from the strike by Hightower.
Kalske with the counter takedown but Hightower avoids it easily.
Kalske's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Hightower darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Hightower swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hightower walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kalske checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Good standup being displayed there by Kalske as he connects with a hook.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hightower as he avoids it easily.
Kalske throws a hook to the side of Hightower's head but Hightower sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kalske thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kalske takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nice uppercut there from Hightower.
Kalske shoots in but no luck this time.
Hightower scores with the left hand. Kalske knows he should have avoided that one.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Hightower dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Hightower rushes Kalske and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hjallis Kalske has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hightower missing with knees to the body.
Kalske tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hightower's elbow.
Hightower lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kalske backwards.
Hightower misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kalske has a couple of punches blocked by Hightower.
Hightower is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kalske is defending well for now.
Hightower misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kalske.
Kalske blocking some punches.
Kalske on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC2#
Kalske manages to break the clinch.
Kalske fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hightower scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kalske in his tracks.
Kalske has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
Kalske moves away from the strike by Hightower.
Kalske misses with a hook.
Hightower lands a slapping body shot.
Hightower paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
A low kick lands for Hightower.
Hightower takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Hightower lands a body shot.
Hightower tests Kalske's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hightower wants to clinch up but Kalske keeps it at a distance.
Hightower lands a body shot.
Hightower works Kalske's body with a nice hook.#T2#
A nice leg kick lands there from Hightower.
Hightower jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hightower lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Hightower takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hightower throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kalske.
Kalske scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kalske keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hightower jabs Kalske to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
Hightower clinches with his opponent.
Kalske tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kalske working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hightower swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kalske lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Hightower using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kalske has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Still in the clinch, Kalske scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kalske is trying to force a seperation but Hightower has the dominant position.
Hightower working aggressively here.
Hightower unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Hightower with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kalske lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2#
Kalske breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hightower feints and then cracks Kalske's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kalske down.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hightower.
Hightower takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Hightower scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kalske in his tracks.
Kalske has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kalske throws an off balance right hand
and Hightower counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice cross by Hightower.#T4#
Kalske blocks a leg kick.
And Kalske tries to counter it with a takedown but Hightower pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hightower misses with a looping left.
A little jabbing left from Kalske on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Hightower scores with a nice right hand.
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jason Hightower has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Hightower throws a good cross that connects.
Hightower throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Hightower swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Good standup being displayed there by Hightower as he connects with a hook.
Hightower scores with a slapping inside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jason Hightower showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hightower, 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Leandro Rodrigues scores the fight 30:27
Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DMMA 151 Fukumitsu vs Kersikov
Date: Nov 05, 2022

#R1#
Kalske misses with a head kick.
Puno is trying to counter with his kicks.
Kalske has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight.
Puno misses with a hook to the body
and Puno takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Adan Puno has been cut.
Kalske lands a body shot.
Kalske lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Puno avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Kalske throws a right hand that Puno ducks under and follows up with a left that Puno also avoids with ease.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Puno swivels and escapes.
Kalske shoots in but no luck this time. #T1#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Puno.
Kalske throws a jab when Puno was well out of range.
Puno looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Puno throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kalske appears to be looking for a big counter.
Puno misses with a low kick.
Kalske appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD#
Puno gets caught flat footed, as Kalske shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Puno is adopting a defensive guard.
Kalske missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Kalske looking to sit in guard and control but Puno gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Kalske is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Puno is aware though and is defending well.
Puno won't allow Kalske to sweep him here.
Kalske wants to hit a sweep here but Puno passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kalske there!
Kalske tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Puno tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Kalske really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kalske regains half guard.
Puno works his foot free and advances to mount. #T4#
Kalske is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kalske sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Puno is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Puno's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske is trying to get back to full guard.
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 Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Adan Puno's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kalske will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Puno lands a really nice looking cross but Kalske seems unphased.
A nice inside leg kick there by Puno. That's going to slow Kalske down.
Puno fakes the leg kick and cracks Kalske in the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puno is looking to chop away at Kalske's legs.
Puno uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#CUT2#It looks like Hjallis Kalske has been cut.#T1#
Puno misses with a hook to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Puno walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Kalske fails to land the takedown.
Kalske throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Puno in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Puno rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kalske counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Puno takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T2##TD#
Kalske manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Puno on his heels. He'll look to pass Puno's guard now, I'm sure.
Kalske throws a strike but Puno rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kalske is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Kalske looking for a guillotine here but Puno defends easily. #SUB#
Kalske throws his legs up looking for a submission but Puno uses it to pass to side control. #T3#
Puno moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Kalske tries to bench press Puno off him but Puno keeps the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kalske is not content to let Puno control the position.
Kalske is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #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.
Kalske is letting Puno control him for a moment.
Kalske looking for a sweep but Puno has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Kalske is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Puno takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Adan Puno will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R3#
Puno connects with the punch.
Kalske takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Puno throws an overhand right that lands on Kalske's shoulder, as Kalske tries to avoid the shot.
Kalske throwing a counter right hand but Puno manages to avoid it.
Puno drops his hands momentarily and Kalske takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puno misses the shot to the body.
Kalske checks the leg kick nicely there.
Kalske swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kalske tries to clinch up.#T1#
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Puno - that will leave a mark!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kalske closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kalske thows a left - swing and a miss!
Puno with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #KD2#
Puno cracks Kalske with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kalske looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Puno finish him? #ROC2#Kalske is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske walks forward, straight into a front kick from Puno.
Oh Kalske is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Puno lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kalske seems to have got his legs back now.#T2#
Puno lands an uppercut, right on the button! Kalske tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:10 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Adan Puno!
Adan Puno is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Adan Puno thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 147 Hightower vs Kalske 2
Date: Oct 09, 2022

#R1#
Kalske drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Hightower stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hightower throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Hightower lands an overhand right.
Hightower throws a leg kick
and Kalske connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hightower throws an off balance right hand
and Kalske counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kalske 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.
Kalske looks to land a left hand but Hightower moved out of range nicely.
Kalske throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Hightower misses with a left hand #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalske working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kalske trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Kalske scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Kalske throws a big elbow that misses.
Kalske won't allow Hightower to sweep him here.
Kalske throwing strikes from guard but Hightower blocks nicely.
Hightower 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.
Kalske is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Kalske working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
Hightower working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalske.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalske in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalske looking to sit in guard and control but Hightower gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Kalske is trying to hold Hightower in close to prevent damage but Hightower has managed to pass into half guard.
Kalske manages to get to full guard.
Hightower will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kalske is on top in guard. #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Kalske postures up in Hightower's guard and throws a big left but Hightower blocks it.
Kalske throws a big right hand that misses.
Hightower tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kalske loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hightower working a defensive guard here.
Hightower utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hightower wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kalske tries to free his leg and advance position but Hightower is retaining full guard.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kalske throws a strike but Hightower rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Kalske looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kalske looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Hightower puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Kalske is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#SUB2#
Kalske looking for submissions off his back.
Kalske trying to control but Hightower postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Hightower will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hightower tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kalske is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Hightower scores with a leg kick.
Kalske misses with a right hand
and Hightower counters with an inside leg kick.
Kalske throws an overhand right that lands on Hightower's shoulder, as Hightower tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hightower.
We've been told by Hightower's head coaches at Blacktalians MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kalske shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hightower pinned against the cage. Hightower gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jason Hightower is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Hightower slips a jab from Kalske.
Kalske throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Hightower connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske misses with a straight right.
Hightower lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A slow jab from Kalske misses its intended target.
Hightower rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kalske cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kalske throws the left hand but Hightower avoids the punch easily.#T2#
Hightower throws a sloppy head kick and Kalske moves out of range easily.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hightower defends it well.
Hightower uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kalske has time to react.
Kalske avoids the head kick by Hightower.
Kalske throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hightower scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kalske throws a sloppy head kick
and Hightower counters with a series of strikes. Kalske will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalske throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Hightower takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3#
Hightower misses with a body shot.
Kalske only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Jason Hightower seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hightower.
Kalske misses with a jab to the body
and Hightower counters with a leg kick.
Kalske swinging wildly here.
Kalske throws a good cross that connects.
Kalske might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Hightower throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
Hightower misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kalske! But no joy.
A chopping leg kick lands by Hightower.
Kalske ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hightower cracks Kalske with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hightower turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Hightower throws an off balance right hand #KD2#
and Kalske counters with a leg kick then a big left hand that sends Hightower down! Kalske is looking to finish but Hightower is intelligently defending himself.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hightower looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kalske is one step ahead there.
Kalske trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Hightower dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Hightower dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kalske. That did some damage!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hightower enables Kalske to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hightower manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hightower is trying to control the position but Kalske postures up.
Kalske with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kalske cracks Hightower with a solid left hand.
Kalske lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hjallis Kalske has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hightower pulls Kalske in close to prevent any damage.
Kalske passes Hightower's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T1#
Kalske throwing shots but Hightower is blocking nicely.
Kalske sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hightower defending well though.
Hightower is concentrating on defense, preventing Kalske from advancing position.
Kalske is just content to waste time from the top position. Hightower takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kalske accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hightower preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalske with a flurry of punches that miss.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Kalske throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Kalske connects with a good right hand that stumbles Hightower. Hightower circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Hightower takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Hightower takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
A low kick from Hightower misses
and Kalske counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Hightower has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske is the new heavyweight champion!
Hjallis Kalske seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 136 Misha vs Paavali
Date: Sep 03, 2022

#R1#
That kick from Tyler tenderised Kalske's leg. Kalske is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kalske misses the jab.
Tyler walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CUT2#It looks like Pete Tyler has been cut.
Tyler jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tyler lands with a kick to the ribs.
Tyler throws a body punch but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tyler blocks it well.
Tyler seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tyler. That's going to slow Kalske down.
Tyler throws a leg kick but Kalske moved away.
Tyler lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kalske fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tyler misses with a straight left.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Tyler.
Kalske stuns Tyler with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tyler misses with a hook.#T1#
Kalske loads up on a big right hand but Tyler slips the punch.
Tyler throws a big counter combination but Kalske scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Pete Tyler seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Kalske drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Tyler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Tyler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Nice strikes from Kalske there.
Tyler is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kalske jumps into side control!
Kalske throws a strike aimed at the side of Tyler's head but Tyler avoids it well.
Tyler tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kalske wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T2##SUB2#
Kalske working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Tyler can't do much from the bottom here.
Tyler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Tyler avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kalske.
Kalske thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tyler's head.
Tyler wants to improve his position but Kalske is controlling well.
Kalske lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Tyler avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kalske.
Kalske trying to mount his opponent but Tyler defends it.
Kalske takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kalske is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Kalske lands a couple of good shots and Tyler has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Tyler rolls, trying to escape but Kalske keeps control of the position.
Kalske has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Tyler. #CUT2#Pete Tyler's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Kalske not allowing Tyler to control his hands.
Kalske has the hooks in. Tyler is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T4#
Kalske throwing damaging strikes from the back! Tyler could be in trouble here!

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Hjallis Kalske!
Our winner, Hjallis Kalske, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: DMMA 123 Hightower vs Kalske
Date: Jul 17, 2022

#R1#
Kalske looks to land a left hand but Hightower moved out of range nicely.
Hightower throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kalske connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hightower throws a jab when Kalske was well out of range.
Jason Hightower seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kalske scores with a jab.
Hightower throws a front kick aimed at Kalske's knee but Kalske avoids it well.
Hightower lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hightower swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske scores with a jab.
Hightower lands an overhand right.#T1#
Hightower looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
Kalske swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hightower misses the jab.
Kalske throws out a counter right but Hightower avoids it with no problem.
Hightower stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Kalske.
Kalske defending well as Hightower loads up on a big left hand.
Kalske is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hightower scores with a spinning back kick!
Kalske with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #T2#
Hightower throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kalske.
Hightower seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hightower wants to sweep but no luck.
Kalske is looking to work some ground and pound but Hightower has wrist control.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalske throws an elbow that misses. Hightower uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalske's guard. Nice move by Hightower!#REVR#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Kalske had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hightower defends it easily.
Kalske wants to sweep but no luck. #T3##SUB2#
Kalske is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Kalske working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hightower doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hightower manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hightower knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kalske on the ground.
Kalske looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kalske trying to control the position here.
Kalske wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske looking to control.
Kalske tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Kalske is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hightower is aware though and is defending well.
Hightower showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Kalske escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hightower gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Kalske throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Hightower escapes and throws Kalske's legs to the side, diving into side control!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske tries to bench press Hightower off him but Hightower keeps the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kalske on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Hightower with a nice calf kick.
Hightower throws a body shot but no joy.
Hightower throws a nice inside leg kick.
A shot to the body from Kalske misses
and Hightower counters with a nice low kick that buckles Kalske's knee momentarily.
Kalske shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Hightower eats them both and turns towards Kalske to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hightower misses with a head kick.
Kalske moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hightower slips under a jab.#T1#
Kalske checks a low kick from Hightower.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hightower defends it well.
Kalske gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hightower throws a head kick that misses.
Kalske paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kalske.
Hightower throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD2#
Kalske closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Hightower quickly recovers to half guard.
Kalske throwing shots but Hightower is blocking nicely. #T2#
Kalske throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Hightower to regain full guard.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalske throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kalske trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
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!#SUB2#
Kalske drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hightower looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hightower looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hightower! #REVR#
Kalske is trying to improve his position.
Hightower throws an elbow but Kalske slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hjallis Kalske has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hightower is staying tight to Kalske's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Kalske is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T3#
Kalske is pressing down on Hightower's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Kalske has his foot on Hightower's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hightower works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Kalske throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hightower slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Hightower preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Kalske has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Hightower is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kalske.
Kalske has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
A lull in the action here as Hightower stalls from top position.#T4#
Kalske is looking for a sweep.
Kalske is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Hightower is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Hightower will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Kalske keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kalske is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R3#
Kalske throws a chopping leg kick but Hightower manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hightower.
Kalske displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hightower throws out the jab.
Kalske looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hightower throws a big shot that misses.
Kalske throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hightower.
Hightower lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hightower misses with a left hand
and Kalske counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Hightower uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kalske.
Kalske keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hightower.
Kalske with the counter takedown but Hightower avoids it easily.#T1#
Hightower connects with a crisp jab.
Hightower connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kalske throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hightower misses with a right hand
and Kalske cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hightower misses with a left hand
letting Kalske counter with a right hand.
Hightower throws a body shot but no joy.
Hightower with the inside leg kick. #T2#
Hightower has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kalske.
Kalske takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hightower throws a sloppy head kick
and Kalske counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
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!
Hightower throws a leg kick
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
A head kick misses from Hightower.
Hightower throws a leg kick
and Kalske counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hightower scores with a shot to the body.
Kalske loads up on a big right hand but Hightower slips the punch.#T3#
Kalske misses with a leg kick
and Hightower connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Hightower avoids it really well and circles away.
Hightower lands with a right hand.
Hightower lands the left hand.#T4#
Hightower throws a hook to the side of Kalske's head but Kalske sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kalske swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hightower lands with a kick to the temple. Kalske shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kalske takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jason Hightower is winning the standup battle so far.
Hightower misses with a low kick.
Hightower lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Jason Hightower is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kalske looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kalske misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hightower.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jason Hightower clearly takes that round.
That's time! Hightower's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R4#
Hightower walks into a stiff left hand from Kalske.
Hightower misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hightower.
Kalske ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hightower throws a leg kick but Kalske checks it.
Hightower slips a jab from Kalske.
Hightower went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hightower counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kalske thinking.
Kalske misses with a lunging right hand
and Hightower cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Hightower jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Hightower throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kalske throws a fast counter high kick but Hightower manages to duck under it in time.
Hightower scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Hightower takes a swing at Kalske's ribcage but misses.
Kalske takes one to the chin there.
Hightower misses the body punch
and Kalske counters with a right hand to the body.
Kalske takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
That kick from Hightower tenderised Kalske's leg. Kalske is trying to keep his angry face on.#T2#
Hightower throws a lazy uppercut
and Kalske cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab lands there for Kalske.
Hightower throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske throws out a counter right but Hightower avoids it with no problem.
Hightower throws a hook but Kalske blocks it.
Kalske swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kalske tries to bum rush Hightower with a series of wild strikes but Hightower uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
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!
The crowd cheers as Hightower lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kalske doesn't seem phased though.
Kalske lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though. #T3#
Hightower lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hightower misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Kalske counters with a nice double leg into side control. Hightower won't be happy with that.
Hightower on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hightower tries to get out of the position.
Check out the look on Kalske's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Hightower on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Kalske throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kalske throws an elbow but Hightower slips to the side and avoids it well.
Hightower tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kalske advances to full mount.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
BOOM! Kalske connects with a massive shot to the dome! #T4#
Kalske throws a sloppy strike and Hightower uses the opportunity to reverse the position! A bit of a scramble here and Hightower has ended up in Kalske's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Kalske looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Hightower has picked Kalske up and slammed him! Kalske can't keep hold of the triangle and Hightower manages to pass to side control!
Kalske gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Kalske looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kalske moves into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R5#
Kalske uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hightower.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kalske! But no joy.
Hightower misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalske.
Hightower showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kalske.
Hightower works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hightower is looking to slow Kalske down with leg kicks. #T1#
Hightower connects with a body shot that sends Kalske's belly button to the back.
Kalske closes the distance looking to clinch
and Hightower counters with a stiff right hand.
Hightower connects with an inside leg kick.
Hightower jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It seemed like Kalske was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kalske.#T2#
Hightower takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hightower scoring well with a low kick there.
Kalske throws a head kick that misses
and Hightower counters with a good low kick that Kalske was not able to check.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Hightower misses with a head kick.
Hightower goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kalske looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kalske misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hightower tried to counter with a leg kick but Kalske avoided it.
Hightower buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A low kick lands for Hightower. #T3#
Kalske blocks a jab.
Kalske raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Hjallis Kalske has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hightower slips under a jab.
Kalske throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Hightower throws a leg kick but Kalske checks it.
Kalske misses with a body shot.
Kalske takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Hightower misses with a hook
and Kalske counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Hightower thinking. #T4#
Hightower thows a body kick. Kalske tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Kalske throws a wild body kick that Hightower sees coming a mile off.
Kalske connects with a solid leg kick.
Hightower throws a jab when Kalske was well out of range.
Hightower misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kalske.
Kalske throws a right hand that Hightower ducks under and follows up with a left that Hightower also avoids with ease.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hightower goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kalske chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hightower can pounce on him.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight for Jason Hightower!
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight for Jason Hightower!
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight for Jason Hightower!

Jason Hightower wins by unanimous decision!
Jason Hightower retains his heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Jason Hightower thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 114 Pinks vs Martin
Date: Jun 18, 2022

#R1#
Kalske looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Durand misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kalske to counter with a crisp jab.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Durand as he avoids it easily.
Durand throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it.
And Kalske tries to counter it with a takedown but Durand pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Durand throws the left hand but Kalske avoids the punch easily.
Kalske tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Durand looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Durand missing with a left hand there. Kalske was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Good work by Durand as he checks the leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durand displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kalske.
It looked like Durand wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Durand is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
Kalske looks to throw the jab but Durand is out of range.
Kalske sizes up Durand with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Durand.
Kalske moves out of range of the body kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kalske! But no joy.
Kalske scores with a jab to the body.
Durand misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kalske lands with a slapping head kick. #T2#
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt - Durand sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jules Durand has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Durand moves away from the strike by Kalske.
Durand takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Durand jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Durand cracks Kalske with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A combination from Kalske does no damage.
A big left from Durand misses.
Kalske tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T3#
Durand lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Sloppy strikes from Durand. Those never looked like landing.
Kalske connects with a crisp jab.
Kalske throws a looping overhand right but Durand ducks down to avoid it.
Kalske delivers a nice body kick.
Kalske throws a head kick that misses.
Kalske shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Durand pinned against the cage. Durand gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Kalske looks to land a combination but Durand avoids it well.
Durand fails to land with a series of punches.
Kalske avoids a punch combination nicely.
Kalske lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
That's time! Durand's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Durand misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kalske is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CUT2#It looks like Jules Durand has been cut.
Durand takes a swing at Kalske's ribcage but misses.
Kalske swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Durand drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice body kick from Kalske.
Kalske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Durand throws a right hand that Kalske ducks under and follows up with a left that Kalske also avoids with ease.
Durand throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Durand takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kalske lands a nice looking kick to the body. Durand takes a step back to recover.
Kalske has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt
and Durand counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Durand displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Kalske.
Durand swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kalske lands a body shot.
Kalske throws a shot from downtown. Durand moves away and avoids it.
Kalske throws a combination that misses
and Durand counters with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Durand misses with a right hand
and Kalske counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Durand, as that shot connected.
Durand throws a big shot that misses.
Durand throws a hook but Kalske avoids it easily.
Kalske throws a counter combo.
Durand blocks a jab.
Durand paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kalske scores with a punch to the head.
Kalske ducks under a wild hook from Durand.
Durand looks to throw the jab but Kalske is out of range.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T3#
Durand misses with an uppercut
and Kalske counters with a good, hard body kick but Durand shrugs it off.
Kalske throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Durand on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kalske throws a head kick but Durand moves out of range.
Kalske with a hook.
Kalske lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A lazy left from Kalske finds it's target.#T4#
Durand misses with an uppercut
and Kalske counters with a straight right hand.
Kalske moves into range and connects with a jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice straight punches there by Kalske. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kalske.#KD2#
Kalske lands a big uppercut and Durand crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Durand looks OK. Kalske waves Durand back to his feet!#ROC2#Durand is rocked!
Durand looks to land a right hand but Kalske moved out of range.
Oh Durand is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Durand throws a push kick but Kalske slaps the foot to one side.
Kalske with the counter takedown but Durand avoids it easily.
Durand seems to have got his legs back now.
Durand is starting to get sloppy and is letting his hands down. Kalske just took advantage and landed a stinging jab. Oh! Now a right hook, right on the button! Durand has gone limp and this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Hjallis Kalske!
A relieved looking Hjallis Kalske thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: DMMA 107 Pinks vs Kersikov
Date: May 22, 2022

#R1#
Kalske scores with a nice right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Hassan Fezzik has been cut.
A big right from Kalske misses.
Kalske slips under a jab.
Fezzik scores with a sloppy right hand. Kalske should have avoided that one. #TD2#
Kalske throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Fezzik tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Kalske is in Fezzik's guard.

Fezzik uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Fezzik throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kalske misses with a right hand
and Fezzik counters with a stiff right hand.
Kalske's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fezzik under the eye.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Kalske misses with a takedown attempt
and Fezzik counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kalske wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fezzik missing with a left hand there. Kalske was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kalske jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kalske lands a nice looking body shot.
Kalske connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Kalske throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Kalske connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Kalske scores with a jab.
Fezzik connects with a body shot that sends Kalske's belly button to the back.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sloppy strikes from Kalske. Those never looked like landing.
Fezzik is looking to counter with head kicks.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Fezzik takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fezzik looks to land a left hand but Kalske moved out of range nicely.
Kalske throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fezzik counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Kalske fails with a takedown attempt.
Fezzik is looking to counter with a body kick.
A combination from Fezzik does no damage.
A cross from Kalske lands.#CUT2#Hassan Fezzik's cut is getting worse.
Kalske thows a leg kick but Fezzik checks it
and Fezzik connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fezzik steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kalske.
Fezzik throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Kalske looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kalske throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kalske tries to score a power double leg takedown but Fezzik sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kalske somewhat.
Hassan Fezzik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Fezzik throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kalske pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Hassan Fezzik's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Fezzik leaves Kalske with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Fezzik appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fezzik takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Fezzik stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Fezzik wants it to stay on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fezzik pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kalske misses with an uppercut. Fezzik saw that one coming.
Fezzik is looking to counter punch.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Kalske.
Fezzik throws a big counter combination but Kalske scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Nice defenses there by Kalske.
A little jabbing left from Kalske on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fezzik throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Decent striking displayed by Fezzik there.
Kalske lands a jab to Fezzik's midsection.
Kalske throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Kalske looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2#
Fezzik throws a jab when Kalske was well out of range.
Kalske darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fezzik paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kalske shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
enabling Fezzik to counter with a crisp jab.
Hassan Fezzik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Kalske slips under a jab.
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!
Kalske loads up on a big right hand but Fezzik slips the punch.
Hassan Fezzik is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Kalske gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Fezzik but Fezzik pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Fezzik is looking to counter punch.
Kalske uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fezzik.
Kalske has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kalske closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Kalske scores with a jab. Fezzik acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Kalske doesn't manage to clinch there - Fezzik circles away. #T4#
Kalske slips under a jab from Fezzik.
Kalske scores with a three punch combo!
Some wild striking there from Kalske.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fezzik swings widly with a right hand
and Kalske counters with a one-two to the body.
Fezzik walks forward, straight into a front kick from Kalske.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Hassan Fezzik's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Fezzik tries a head kick but it misses.
Kalske misses with a hook to the body
and Fezzik connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kalske blocks a head kick by Fezzik.
Kalske is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Kalske misses with a body shot.
Kalske avoids the head kick by Fezzik.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske looks to land a combination but Fezzik avoids it well.
Fezzik swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kalske ducks right into an uppercut from Fezzik. #T1#
Kalske connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Fezzik's hands.
Kalske misses with a hook. Fezzik ducked under it nicely.
Fezzik swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fezzik throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Fezzik is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Kalske.
Kalske throws a nice looking combination but Fezzik bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Fezzik takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fezzik steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kalske. That one must have hurt.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Fezzik moves out of range of the strikes.
A quick step to the side and Fezzik tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kalske lands a nice shot to the body.
Kalske takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fezzik takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kalske lands with a hook. Fezzik tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Fezzik throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hassan Fezzik has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Kalske will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Fezzik lands with a slapping head kick.
Jab by Kalske.#CUT2#Hassan Fezzik's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#TD2#
Kalske drives through with a takedown into Fezzik's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Kalske with a nice head shot there.
Kalske throws a strike but Fezzik rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Kalske is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Kalske looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T4#
Kalske utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Fezzik avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fezzik in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kalske working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Fezzik.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Kalske escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fezzik gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fezzik would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Kalske looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kalske working for a triangle but Fezzik defends it easily.
Fezzik throws an elbow that misses. Kalske uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Fezzik's guard. Nice move by Kalske!#REVB#

And that's the end of the fight!
Hjallis Kalske comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kalske 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DMMA 100: Mack vs Nansen
Date: Apr 23, 2022

#R1#
Kalske cracks a nice hook into Vilkas's ribs.
Vilkas swings widly with a right hand
and Vilkas takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#It looks like Deividas Vilkas has been cut.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kalske.
Kalske throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Kalske tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Vilkas struggling a bit here.
Vilkas is looking for a sweep.
Kalske in side control, throwing shots but Vilkas defends.
Kalske looks up at the clock and then as Vilkas takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kalske smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Vilkas defending against the ground and pound.
Vilkas regains half guard.#T1#
Kalske is looking to stall here but Vilkas recovers full guard.
Vilkas utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kalske stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Vilkas swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kalske throws a big right hand that misses.
Kalske throws a strike but Vilkas rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Kalske looking for a sweep. Not yet Kalske, not yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vilkas tries to free his leg and advance position but Kalske is retaining full guard.
Kalske manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vilkas manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Kalske looking to pass the guard. #T2#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kalske accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kalske postures up in Vilkas's guard and throws a big left but Vilkas blocks it.
Kalske throwing strikes but missing.
Vilkas 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.
Vilkas preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kalske throws an elbow that misses. Vilkas uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kalske's guard. Nice move by Vilkas!#REVB##SUB#
Kalske throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Vilkas escapes and throws Kalske's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kalske is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Vilkas taking a breather here.
Kalske manages to get back to half guard.
Vilkas is thwarting Kalske's attempts to control the position.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kalske wants to improve his position but Vilkas is controlling well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kalske tries to roll over but Vilkas keeps him under control.
Vilkas wants to take a breather but Kalske is having none of it.
Vilkas prevents Kalske from improving his position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske wants to get back to full guard but Vilkas has mounted him!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Deividas Vilkas's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Kalske closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Vilkas's hands, connecting with Vilkas's forehead.
Kalske missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kalske missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kalske not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kalske looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Kalske seems to be working for a kimura but Vilkas defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalske lands a nice short elbow.
Kalske throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Kalske missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Vilkas manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Kalske is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vilkas can do to turn this around?
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Vilkas controlling Kalske's posture.
Vilkas 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.
Vilkas lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Kalske is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB#
Kalske is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Vilkas trying to control the position from guard on top but Kalske is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Kalske throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kalske tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Vilkas is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Kalske has his foot on Vilkas's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vilkas works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Vilkas stopping the sweep attempt from Kalske.#SUB#
Kalske has his foot on Vilkas's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vilkas works his way back into a safe position though.
Kalske wants to sweep but no luck. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Vilkas takes a swing at Kalske's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Kalske has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC2#
Vilkas breaks from the clinch.
Vilkas missing with a left hand there. Kalske was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kalske connects with a single shot there.
Vilkas shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Vilkas.
Kalske was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kalske walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Vilkas misses with a straight right.
Vilkas throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kalske tries to clinch there but Vilkas circles away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kalske throws a wild body kick that Vilkas sees coming a mile off.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vilkas! But no joy.
Vilkas swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kalske counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Deividas Vilkas's cut.
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#
Vilkas throws a hook to the side of Kalske's head but Kalske sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vilkas swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kalske is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL2#
Vilkas rushes Kalske and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Vilkas misses with some punches.
Kalske is trying to pull guard but Vilkas has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vilkas misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vilkas.
Vilkas swings wildly with an uppercut but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Vilkas is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kalske is defending well for now.#T1#
Vilkas lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vilkas throws a punch but it's blocked by Kalske.
Kalske goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kalske lands a shoulder strike.
Vilkas misses with a punch on the inside.
Kalske keeps control of Vilkas as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A nice left hand lands by Vilkas.
Kalske goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Kalske breaks from the clinch.
Kalske jabs Vilkas right on the nose. Vilkas blinks but takes it well.
Kalske dives in for a single leg takedown but Vilkas sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
It seemed like Vilkas was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kalske lands a shot to the body.#BC2#
Vilkas escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kalske throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Vilkas with the inside leg kick.
Vilkas looks for the body kick but Kalske saw that one coming. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske tries to pull guard but Vilkas holds him up against the cage and eventually Kalske drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hjallis Kalske. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kalske blocking some punches.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vilkas misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kalske blocking some punches.
Kalske is trying to break free.#T3#
Kalske lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vilkas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kalske.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kalske works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kalske scores with a hook to the body.
Vilkas content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kalske tries to throw a body punch but Vilkas avoids it by throwing Kalske back against the cage. #BC#
Kalske pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Vilkas moves out of range of the body kick from Kalske.
Kalske tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Vilkas paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Vilkas throws a looping overhand right but Kalske ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Kalske looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Vilkas scores with a leg kick. #CL#
Kalske clinches.
Vilkas swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kalske struggles to land a body shot inside as Vilkas controls his hands.
Hjallis Kalske has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vilkas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kalske backwards.
Vilkas trying to stall but Kalske improves his position.
Vilkas can't find room to land a body shot as Kalske controls the action.
Vilkas misses with a punch on the inside.
Kalske lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vilkas dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Deividas Vilkas has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Vilkas throws a punch but it's blocked by Kalske.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Deividas Vilkas.
I think Kalske 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:28
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: DMMA 93: Johnson vs Kiryu
Date: Mar 26, 2022

#R1#
Turgeon lands an overhand right.#CL#
Kalske clinches up with Turgeon and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Kalske ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Kalske no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Turgeon trying to control but Kalske is working from the bottom.
Turgeon throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB#
Kalske is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Turgeon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kalske has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Turgeon has managed to get both his arms back between Kalske's legs - danger averted.
Kalske is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kalske missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kalske missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Turgeon actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Kalske scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kalske scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Turgeon's hands, connecting with Turgeon's forehead.
Turgeon looks like he's trying to stand up.
Kalske wants to control but Turgeon is keeping him busy.
Kalske sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Turgeon defending well though.
Turgeon is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalske scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kalske wants to take a breather but Turgeon is having none of it.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Turgeon's hands, connecting with Turgeon's forehead.
Turgeon is looking for a sweep. Kalske is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turgeon felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T2#
Kalske working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Kalske sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Turgeon defending well though.
Kalske trying to pass the guard but Turgeon defending well.
Kalske with the ground and pound but Turgeon uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Kalske postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kalske with a nice head shot there.#ROC#Turgeon is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Patrick Turgeon has been cut.
Kalske gets to his feet and stands over Turgeon, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Turgeon felt that one! Kalske unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Turgeon from any more punishment!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hjallis Kalske!
An out of breath Hjallis Kalske thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 85: Johnson vs Amida
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Trandel misses with an uppercut.
Trandel with a hook.
Kalske plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT2#It looks like Sovor Trandel has been cut.
Kalske cracks Trandel with a right hand to the side of the head.
Trandel connects with a crisp jab.
Kalske slips a jab and a cross from Trandel.
A little jabbing left from Kalske on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL2#
Trandel gets tackled into the cage by Kalske. Kalske maintains the clinch.
Nice body punch from Trandel.
Trandel can't break the clinch.
Kalske lands an uppercut.
Kalske lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Trandel's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kalske working aggressively here.
Kalske goes for a takedown attempt but Trandel pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #T1#
Kalske throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trandel misses with a body shot.
Trandel swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kalske thinks about the counter body kick.
Kalske throws an overhand right that lands on Trandel's shoulder, as Trandel tries to avoid the shot.
Trandel misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kalske counters with a huge left! Trandel is in big trouble! He's backing up but Kalske isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Trandel from any more damage. A dominating finish by Kalske!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 77: Muromets vs Kiryu
Date: Jan 23, 2022

#R1#
Primo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Hero Primo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Primo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Primo works Kalske's body with a nice hook.
Primo lands with a cross.
Primo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Kalske. Kalske circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD2#
Primo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kalske's guard.
Kalske controlling the position.#SUB#
Kalske is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Primo has his hands clasped together but Kalske extends and breaks Primo's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kalske.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 24, 2021

#R1#
Lothbrock blocks the body kick. #CL2#
Lothbrock gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lothbrock controlling the action here for a moment. #TD2#
Lothbrock turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Lothbrock manages to end up in side control.
Kalske is trying to improve his position.
Kalske manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Kalske makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kalske.
Kalske 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kalske has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Lothbrock doesn't defend quickly enough and Kalske has managed to lock this one up! Can Lothbrock escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Kalske on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Hjallis Kalske!
During a confident post fight interview, Hjallis Kalske thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: ACA 18: Albans vs Nansen
Date: Mar 12, 2021

#R1##TD#
Kalske shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Zhdanov is trying to defend but Kalske finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Zhdanov's hands, connecting with Zhdanov's forehead.
Zhdanov has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Kalske wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zhdanov keeps working.
Kalske throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kalske not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Zhdanov blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kalske.
Kalske throws a strike but Zhdanov avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zhdanov controlling Kalske's posture.
Kalske trying to control but Zhdanov is working from the bottom. #T1#
Zhdanov pulls Kalske in close to prevent any damage.
Kalske in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kalske landing some decent shots from guard.
Zhdanov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kalske throwing strikes from guard but Zhdanov blocks nicely.
Kalske trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Zhdanov working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kalske.
Kalske with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kalske lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kalske working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Zhdanov avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kalske trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kalske postures up in Zhdanov's guard and throws a big left but Zhdanov blocks it.
Kalske throwing strikes but missing.
Kalske looking to sit in guard and control but Zhdanov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kalske trying to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kalske working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zhdanov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zhdanov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3##SUB#
Kalske throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Zhdanov escapes and throws Kalske's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kalske is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Zhdanov stalls from top position.
Kalske gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Zhdanov controlling the pace for now.
Kalske is looking to get to half guard.
Zhdanov content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kalske is trying to reverse the position but instead Zhdanov has taken his back - oops!
Zhdanov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Kalske.
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 Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Zhdanov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kalske has time to react.
Kalske moves out of range of the leg kick from Zhdanov.
A swing and a miss from Zhdanov.
Kalske is looking to land body kicks.
Good leg kick by Zhdanov.
Kalske goes for a double leg but Zhdanov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zhdanov continues to drive forward.
Kalske tries to pull guard but Zhdanov holds him up against the cage and eventually Kalske drops back down to his feet.
A shot in the inside from Zhdanov.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Zhdanov just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hjallis Kalske. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zhdanov blocking some punches.
Kalske misses with a hook from the clinch.
Zhdanov gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Kalske misses with a short punch on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Kalske.
Kalske definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Zhdanov. #T1#
Kalske is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Zhdanov gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Zhdanov just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kalske's brow.
Zhdanov is stalling here.
Zhdanov throws an elbow but it misses.
Zhdanov lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Kalske's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Nice elbow from Zhdanov. #BC2#
Zhdanov breaks from the clinch.
Zhdanov throws a hook but Kalske blocks it.
Kalske shoots for a double leg takedown but Zhdanov sprawls well. He's pushed Kalske's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Kalske shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Zhdanov sprawls well. Zhdanov wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Kalske gets slowly back to his feet.
Zhdanov throws out a loose jab but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Zhdanov looks to land a right hand but Kalske moved out of range.
Kalske cracks Zhdanov with a good jab.#T2##KD2#
Zhdanov sends Kalske crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Zhdanov is motioning to the referee to let Kalske up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A low kick from Kalske is predictable there #KD2#
and Zhdanov counters with a crisp right hand that drops Kalske! Zhdanov lets Kalske back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Kalske is rocked!
Kalske lets loose with a powerful body kick. Zhdanov will feel that in the morning.
Zhdanov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zhdanov blocks a low kick nicely.#KD2#
Zhdanov cracks Kalske with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Zhdanov has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Kalske to stand back up!
Oh Kalske is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Zhdanov throws a jab but it's blocked by Kalske.
Kalske seems to have got his legs back now.
Kalske tries to land a body kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Zhdanov sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Kalske's defenses. It connects perfectly with Kalske's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Roman Zhdanov!
Roman Zhdanov thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: ACA 14: Mack vs Strap
Date: Feb 12, 2021

#R1#
Kalske bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Boban. Kalske does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kalske drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Boban defends it well.
Boban misses the shot to the body.
Boban walks into a straight right hand from Kalske.
Jab by Boban.
Boban uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kalske.
Kalske misses with an uppercut
and Boban counters with a left to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kalske. Boban does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kalske - that will leave a mark!
A big right from Boban misses.
Kalske throws a sloppy head kick
and Boban counters with a nice body shot.
Boban cracks a nice hook into Kalske's ribs.
Kalske bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Boban looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Boban scores with the left hand. Kalske knows he should have avoided that one.
Boban on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Good work by Boban as he checks the leg kick.#T1#
Boban misses with an uppercut.
Kalske will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Kalske throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kalske is looking to slow Boban down with leg kicks. #CL2#
Kalske forces Boban back against the cage and clinches.
Boban tries a body shot but Kalske blocks it.
Kalske tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kalske working aggressively here.
Boban lands with a left to the head.
Boban swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Kalske's coach down at FF Forever was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Kalske's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Boban lands with a left to the head.
Boban blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kalske prevents a body shot from Boban.
Boban swings wildly with an uppercut but Kalske uses good head movement to avoid it.
Boban lands with a light punch inside. #T2#
Kalske blocking some punches.
Boban gets underhooks to prevent Kalske's takedown attempt.
Boban wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kalske has him pressed against the cage.
Kalske throws a head punch that misses.
Boban working aggressively here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kalske tries to score a body lock takedown but Boban shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Franjo Boban has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.
Kalske scores with a nice hook to the head.#CUT2#It looks like Franjo Boban has been cut.
Kalske misses with the head strike.
Kalske lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kalske working aggressively here.
Boban prevents a takedown attempt there.
Boban tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Boban fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Boban manages to break the clinch.
Boban misses with an uppercut. #T3#
Kalske pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kalske on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Nice defenses there by Kalske.
Boban throws a body punch but Kalske moves out of range.
Kalske misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Boban.
Jab from Boban.#TD2#
Kalske closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Boban to the mat! Boban manages to get full guard.
Kalske postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kalske trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kalske postures up in Boban's guard and throws a big left but Boban blocks it.
Boban knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kalske on the ground.
Kalske is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Boban keeping moving, preventing Kalske from controlling successfully.
Kalske throwing strikes from guard but Boban blocks nicely. #T4#
Kalske trying to control the position from guard on top but Boban is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kalske lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kalske 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.
Kalske throws a big right hand that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske stands and throws Boban's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Boban is not content to let Kalske control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalske landing a few strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hjallis Kalske will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Franjo Boban's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Boban throws a body shot but no joy.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kalske.
Kalske throws a body punch but Boban moves out of range.
Kalske throws a nice looking combination but Boban bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Boban swings for the body but Kalske moves out of range.
Boban connects with a right hand. Kalske shakes it off.#CL2#
Kalske moves into the clinch successfully.
Kalske lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Boban backwards.
Kalske swings wildly with an uppercut but Boban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kalske swings wildly with an uppercut but Boban uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kalske misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Boban fails to land.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Boban. #T1#
Kalske prevents a body shot from Boban.
A head punch on the inside from Kalske fails to land.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Boban.
Boban cracks Kalske with a nice body shot.
Hjallis Kalske seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kalske prevents a body shot from Boban.
Boban softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Boban fails to land.
Boban lands a right hand that snaps the head of Kalske backwards.
Boban blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Boban fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kalske.
Boban misses with a body punch.
Boban misses with a hook from the clinch.
Boban stops a takedown attempt from Kalske.
Kalske misses with some punches.
Kalske lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kalske throws a punch but it's blocked by Boban. #T2##TD2#
Kalske is trying to trip Boban. He has hold of a leg but Boban is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Kalske persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kalske is in close to Boban's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Boban is trying to control the position but Kalske postures up.
Kalske content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Kalske keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Boban's head.
Boban is controlling Kalske's posture.#SUB2#
Kalske drops back looking for a leg! Boban is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Boban manages to kick Kalske off! Kalske jumps back into Boban's guard.
Kalske missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T3#
Kalske is pushing down on Boban's leg trying to pass to half guard. Boban is fighting to maintain full guard but Kalske has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boban is staying active underneath Kalske, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boban on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Boban on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Boban tries to get out of the position.
Boban avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kalske.
Kalske thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Nice strikes from Kalske there.
Boban has hold of Kalske's hands but Kalske slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kalske wants to take a breather but Boban is having none of it. #SUB2#
Kalske seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Boban is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Hjallis Kalske!
Hjallis Kalske 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.
The defeated Franjo Boban had this to say: 'Hold me tight, I AM GONNA KILL HIM!!! RAAAAAAAAAAAA'.

Event: ACA 11: Bastard vs Kalske
Date: Jan 23, 2021

#R1#
Kalske misses with a takedown
and Bastard counters with a stiff right hand.
Kalske misses with a leg kick.
Bastard is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kalske.
Bastard lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bastard has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Kalske cracks Bastard with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kalske swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bastard counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard lands a nice hook to Kalske's body. Kalske takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bastard keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bastard went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#KD#
Bastard lands a left and a right that send Kalske crashing to the mat, dazed. Bastard thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#T1#
Bastard avoids the head kick by Kalske.
Bastard seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kalske looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kalske chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kalske misses with a leg kick. #KD#
Bastard cracks Kalske with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Kalske looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Bastard finish him?
Nice defenses there by Kalske.
Kalske thows a leg kick but Bastard checks it
and Bastard counters with a crisp right that sends Kalske to the canvas! Bastard follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Big Bastard!
Big Bastard is the new heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Big Bastard started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 04, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Kalske moves into the clinch.
Macropus lands an elbow inside that Kalske shrugs off. #CUT#It looks like Hjallis Kalske has been cut.
Macropus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kalske prevents it.
Kalske stops a takedown attempt from Macropus.
Kalske wants to get back to striking at distance but Macropus won't allow it.
Macropus keeps control of Kalske as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2#
Kalske's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kalske or perhaps it was just good defense by Macropus, which made it look bad.
Macropus wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Kalske rushes Macropus and presses him up against the cage.
Macropus's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Nice elbow from Macropus. #T1#
Kalske swings wildly with an uppercut but Macropus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stalling in the clinch from Macropus.
Macropus gets underhooks to prevent Kalske's takedown attempt.
Macropus is trying to drag Kalske to the mat but Kalske just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Geryon Macropus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Macropus tries for a takedown but Kalske manages to get underhooks. #TD#
Macropus lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Kalske is pressing down on Macropus's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kalske 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.
Kalske seems keen to control Macropus's posture.
Macropus has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
Macropus missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kalske looking for a sweep. Not yet Kalske, not yet.
Kalske bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Macropus's guard. #REVB#
Kalske is in close to Macropus's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kalske makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kalske content to stall in guard here.
Kalske advances position into side control!#T3#
Kalske lands a few punches from side control.
Kalske looks up at the clock and then as Macropus takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Kalske smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Kalske scoring with punches from side control.
Kalske scores with punches from side control.
Macropus is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
You can see the frustration on Macropus's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kalske landing a few strikes.
Macropus is breathing heavily.
Macropus is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kalske connects with a decent elbow.
Macropus takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#T4#
Kalske cracks Macropus with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kalske cracks Macropus with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Macropus takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
A lull in the action here.
Kalske scoring with punches and elbows.
Kalske is putting a hurting on Macropus here, landing some big shots from side control.
Kalske cracks Macropus with a big elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Macropus takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Kalske working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kalske scoring with punches and elbows.
Kalske working the head with strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Hjallis Kalske's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Macropus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kalske.#CL2#
Macropus tries to keep at a distance but Kalske has taken the fight into the clinch.
Macropus can't get the takedown.
Kalske swings wildly with an uppercut but Macropus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Macropus tries to stall but Kalske uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kalske tries to circle away but Macropus has him pinned against the cage.
Macropus throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Macropus lands an elbow that stopped Kalske in his tracks for a moment.
Kalske dodges an elbow strike from Macropus.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Kalske gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Ground and pound from Kalske.
Kalske working over Macropus with some ground and pound. Macropus looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Macropus on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Macropus tries to get out of the position.
Kalske looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kalske lands strikes from half guard.#T1#
Kalske seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Macropus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Kalske. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kalske slows the pace down in half guard.
Macropus is trying to control but can't.
Kalske is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nice strikes from Kalske there.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Macropus's hands, connecting with Macropus's forehead.
Macropus is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kalske scores with a couple of nice shots.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kalske seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kalske has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kalske scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kalske working the head and body with strikes.
Kalske sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Macropus taking some punishment here, with Kalske in his half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kalske in particular looking to stall.
Macropus is trying to maintain the position but Kalske is very close to passing his half guard.
Kalske has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kalske seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3#
Kalske lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Macropus on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kalske trying to control the pace.
Kalske looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Macropus with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Kalske connects with a nice short shot to Macropus's temple.
Kalske seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Macropus does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kalske scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kalske is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Kalske looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Kalske drops an elbow to the side of Macropus's head.
Kalske is trying to control the action in half guard but Macropus is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kalske with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kalske slips a nice elbow through Macropus's hands, connecting with Macropus's forehead.
Kalske takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kalske working Macropus over with strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske drops an elbow to the side of Macropus's head.
Kalske working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Macropus has hold of Kalske's hands but Kalske slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kalske is controlling the pace.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.

Hjallis Kalske showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Hjallis Kalske's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Macropus keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kalske.
Kalske is trying hard to land a takedown here. Macropus sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Macropus wants to clinch up but Kalske keeps it at a distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kalske.
An attempted straight right counter from Macropus misses the target.
Macropus steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kalske.
Macropus misses the jab.#CL2#
Kalske moves into range and clinches up with Macropus.
Macropus looking to stall.
Macropus lands an elbow just above Kalske 's eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Macropus pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Macropus.
Macropus is trying to maintain a safe position but Kalske gets an underhook and turns Macropus into the cage.
Kalske has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Macropus goes for a takedown in the clinch but Kalske prevents it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Macropus throws an elbow but it misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Macropus.
Kalske is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Macropus pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Geryon Macropus has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hjallis Kalske.#TD2#
Kalske works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Kalske landing some decent shots from guard.
Kalske landing some decent shots from guard.
Kalske is in close to Macropus's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Kalske scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kalske working some strikes from top position.#T2#
Kalske lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kalske postures up and lands a big shot to Macropus's brow.
Kalske scoring with punches to the head and body.
Macropus is trying to control the position but Kalske postures up.
Kalske working some strikes from top position.
Kalske distracts Macropus with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Kalske is working Macropus over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kalske pushes down on Macropus's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Kalske is nestled in close to Macropus, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kalske lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kalske working over Macropus with some ground and pound. Macropus looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T3#
Kalske perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Kalske seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kalske wants to lay and pray for a moment but Macropus keeps working.
Macropus taking some punishment here, with Kalske in his half guard.
Kalske looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Kalske lands a nice short elbow.
Macropus on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kalske working over Macropus with some ground and pound. Macropus looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kalske lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kalske is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Kalske trying to control the action but Macropus is working from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Kalske.
Kalske lands with a punch from half guard.
Geryon Macropus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kalske content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kalske is nestled in close to Macropus, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Hjallis Kalske has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kalske scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Kalske is figuring out what he wants to do next.

And that's the end of the fight!
Hjallis Kalske comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kalske 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hjallis Kalske!
In his post fight interview, Hjallis Kalske started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

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