Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: DMMA 299 Panda vs Ship
Date: Mar 09, 2024

#R1#
McCain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bainbridge manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bainbridge was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bainbridge throws a head kick but McCain moves out of range.
A cross from McCain lands.
Bainbridge throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A punch combination from Bainbridge misses.
Bainbridge swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain digs a good body shot into Bainbridge's ribs.
McCain 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.
McCain throws a right hand that misses
enabling Bainbridge to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
McCain closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bainbridge fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bainbridge is trying to stall.
McCain prevents a body shot from Bainbridge.
Bainbridge misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bainbridge has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McCain after a bit of a struggle.
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Bainbridge fails to land.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Bainbridge avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T1#
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bainbridge misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain has a couple of punches blocked by Bainbridge.
McCain is struggling to control the position.
Bainbridge tries to score a body lock takedown but McCain shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McCain is pressed up against the cage. Bainbridge has hold of a leg and is looking to drag McCain down to the mat. McCain avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bartholomew Bainbridge. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCain lands with a good body shot.
McCain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A nice leg kick from Bainbridge, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bainbridge manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McCain throws a lazy uppercut
and Bainbridge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
McCain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bainbridge's sensitive parts. #CL#
Bainbridge pushes McCain up against the cage in a clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Bainbridge.
McCain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bainbridge's elbow.
McCain misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bainbridge. #T2#
Bainbridge lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bainbridge blocks a body shot from McCain .
McCain tries a body shot but Bainbridge blocks it. #BC2#
McCain breaks from the clinch.
Bainbridge takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Good work by Bainbridge as he checks the leg kick.
McCain 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.
Bainbridge uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bainbridge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCain .
McCain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bainbridge moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
McCain thuds his shin into the meat of Bainbridge's side.#CL2#
McCain has closed the distance and engaged Bainbridge in a clinch.
McCain throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bainbridge prevents a body shot from McCain . #T3#
McCain misses with a punch on the inside.
Bainbridge can't find room to land a body shot as McCain controls the action.
McCain tries to work over Bainbridge's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain lands a body punch.
Bainbridge lands with a right to the head.
Bainbridge digs a right hand underneath McCain 's ribcage. McCain let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bainbridge tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bainbridge goes for a takedown attempt but McCain pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
McCain misses with a low kick as Bainbridge jumps back.#CL#
Bainbridge has closed the distance and engaged McCain in a clinch.
McCain wants to get back to striking at distance but Bainbridge won't allow it.
McCain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain misses with a punch to the body.
McCain presses Bainbridge against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Bainbridge misses with a punch on the inside.
McCain swings wildly with an uppercut but Bainbridge uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCain misses with a body punch.
Bainbridge lands a hook that snaps the head of McCain backwards. #T4#
Nice body punch from McCain .
Bainbridge struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
Bainbridge misses with a punch to the body.
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Bainbridge controls the action.
Bainbridge misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bainbridge scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bainbridge lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bainbridge's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bainbridge.
A short right from Bainbridge on the inside.
McCain prevents the takedown attempt.
McCain misses with the head strike.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Bainbridge avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage. #BC#
Bainbridge breaks the clinch.
Bainbridge walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body. #CL2#
McCain rushes Bainbridge and presses him up against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Bainbridge.
McCain tries to stall but Bainbridge uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lucas McCain will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bainbridge.
The fighters circling - McCain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bainbridge ducks under a wild hook from McCain .
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bainbridge circles away from the clinch attempt.
McCain throws a jab but it's blocked by Bainbridge.
Bainbridge throws a sloppy head kick
and Bainbridge takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCain scores with a shot to the body.
McCain misses the jab.
Good leg kick by McCain .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
Bainbridge misses with a series of wild punches.
McCain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
McCain avoids the body shot from Bainbridge.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCain ! But no joy.
McCain throws an overhand right that lands on Bainbridge's shoulder, as Bainbridge tries to avoid the shot.
McCain throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Decent striking displayed by McCain there.
A head kick misses from McCain .
As McCain backs away, Bainbridge returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bainbridge walks into a jab.
A slow jab from McCain misses its intended target.
Bainbridge was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McCain connects with a body shot that sends Bainbridge's belly button to the back.
McCain cracks Bainbridge with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bainbridge ducks under a wild hook from McCain .
Bainbridge is looking to counter punch.
McCain jabs at Bainbridge's body.
Bainbridge doesn't manage to clinch there - McCain circles away.
Bainbridge takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #T2#
McCain throws a poor cross that misses
and Bainbridge counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCain misses with a jab to the body
and Bainbridge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Bainbridge finds it's way through McCain 's defenses.
A head kick from McCain lands but Bainbridge takes it in his stride.
McCain tries to clinch but Bainbridge moves out of range.
Bainbridge ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCain fakes the leg kick and cracks Bainbridge in the body.
Bainbridge throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCain misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
It looked like Bainbridge was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCain .
McCain loads up on a big right hand but Bainbridge slips the punch.
Bainbridge takes a kick to the side of the head.
Bainbridge misses with a series of wild punches.
Bainbridge throws a body kick that misses. #T3#
A head kick misses from Bainbridge.
Bainbridge throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bainbridge moves away.
McCain tries to land a front kick but Bainbridge steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McCain scores with a leg kick.
McCain connects with a body shot that sends Bainbridge's belly button to the back.
McCain looks for the body kick but Bainbridge saw that one coming.
McCain will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bainbridge chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCain can pounce on him.
McCain connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #CL2#
McCain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
A short right from McCain .
Bainbridge tries to score a body lock takedown but McCain shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
McCain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
McCain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bainbridge tried to score with a low kick but McCain checks it.
McCain connects with an inside leg kick.
Bainbridge misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McCain counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
McCain misses with a series of wild punches.
McCain tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bainbridge counters with a good, hard body kick but McCain shrugs it off.
McCain takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Bainbridge tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Bainbridge's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Bainbridge ducks right into an uppercut from McCain .
Bainbridge takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
McCain scores with a shot to the body.
Bainbridge shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
Bainbridge is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bainbridge has time to react.#CL2#
McCain takes the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bainbridge.
McCain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bainbridge working aggressively here.
McCain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The referee is keeping an eye on McCain - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch.
McCain falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bainbridge counters with a head kick. #T1#
McCain throws a head kick but Bainbridge moves out of range.
Bainbridge jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McCain lands with a good body shot.
McCain walks into a straight right hand from Bainbridge.
McCain misses with a body shot.
A jab from McCain does it's job there.
McCain cracks Bainbridge with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
McCain slips under a jab.
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bainbridge.
McCain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McCain looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bainbridge is looking for a counter combo.
McCain shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Bainbridge eats them both and turns towards McCain to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Bainbridge on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
A swing and a miss from Bainbridge.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bainbridge manages to avoid it.
A low kick lands for McCain .
A head kick by McCain misses #CL#
and Bainbridge counters by clinching up.
Bainbridge is working for takedown but McCain is calmly controlling the position for now.
Nice body punch from McCain .
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bainbridge.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bainbridge.
Bainbridge misses with a body punch.
A nice right hand lands inside from McCain .
Bainbridge tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Bainbridge back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Bainbridge.
McCain is leaning against Bainbridge and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCain is looking to control Bainbridge's arms but Bainbridge gets an underhook and turns him. Now McCain has his back to the cage.
Lucas McCain seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McCain lands a nice uppercut.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Bainbridge controls his hands.
Bartholomew Bainbridge has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
McCain scores with a hook to the body.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCain tries a body shot but Bainbridge blocks it.
McCain presses Bainbridge against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McCain stalling in the clinch.
McCain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McCain tries a body shot but Bainbridge blocks it.
McCain scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A body shot lands from McCain .
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCain .
A head punch on the inside from McCain fails to land.
McCain taking a breather.
McCain taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
The crowd are getting on McCain 's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
McCain digs a right hand underneath Bainbridge's ribcage. Bainbridge let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Bainbridge can't find room to land a body shot as McCain controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from McCain .
A nice left hand lands by McCain .
McCain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bainbridge backwards. #T4#
Bainbridge wants to get back to striking at distance but McCain won't allow it.
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
McCain manages to break the clinch.
McCain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain digs a good body shot into Bainbridge's ribs.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCain connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bainbridge's hands.
McCain scores with a shot to the body.
McCain avoids the body shot from Bainbridge.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCain .
McCain cracks Bainbridge with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from McCain - that will leave a mark!
Decent striking displayed by McCain there.
Jab from McCain .
Bainbridge takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas McCain comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well McCain 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA 293 Okongwu vs Walton
Date: Feb 18, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Stern throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. McCain was covering up waiting for the punch and Stern finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Stern postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McCain working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Stern.
McCain is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
McCain utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Stern stops McCain from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stern landing some decent shots from guard.
McCain keeping full guard, as Stern tries to pass.
Stern lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T1#
Stern missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
McCain utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Stern throws a big elbow that misses.
McCain utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Stern working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Stern pushes down on McCain 's leg and manages to get into half guard.
McCain avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Stern.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCain is looking to escape.#T2#
Stern is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Stern trying to control from McCain 's half guard. McCain has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Stern stands up over McCain , holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Stern controlling from the top position.
Stern scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
McCain wants to stand up but Stern is controlling him.
Stern trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3#
Stern landing with the ground and pound.
Stern with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Stern lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stern postures up in McCain 's guard and throws a big left but McCain blocks it.
Stern working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McCain avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Stern trying to control but McCain is working from the bottom. #ES#
McCain manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#T4#
Stern tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Stern back against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Stern scores with a nice short uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCain .
Stern swings away with an uppercut that misses.
McCain working aggressively here.
McCain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McCain looking to stall.
A head punch on the inside from McCain fails to land.
Stern blocks a body shot from McCain .
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCain .
McCain is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Stern lands a hook that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stern prevents a body shot from McCain .
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Stern swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Stern softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Stern lands a left hand that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
McCain misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kip Stern dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##KD2#
McCain ducks straight into an uppercut from Stern and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - McCain manages to regain guard straight away. #ROC2#McCain is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Stern in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Oh McCain is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCain wants to get back to his feet but Stern is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
McCain seems to have got his legs back now.
Stern stays in close to McCain 's body and controls the position.
Stern trying to control but McCain is working from the bottom.
Stern lands a couple of digs.
Stern postures up in McCain 's guard and throws a big left but McCain blocks it.
Stern is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kip Stern has got the better of the ground game so far.
Stern is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T1#
Stern trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Stern throws a strike but McCain rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Stern has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
McCain has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Stern is proving hard to escape from.
Stern looking for a sweep. Not yet Stern, not yet.
Stern is pulling down on McCain 's head. It's preventing any offense from McCain , at least for the moment.
Stern 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.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Stern is pulling down on McCain 's head. It's preventing any offense from McCain , at least for the moment.
Stern looking to control. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3#
McCain throws a lazy body kick #KD2#
and Stern counters with a big uppercut that knocks McCain off his feet! Stern dives into side control looking to finish!
Stern trying to control the action but McCain is working from the bottom.
Stern creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Stern lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear McCain down.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stern trying to control the action but McCain is working from the bottom.
McCain defending against the ground and pound.
McCain is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T4#
McCain trying to remain calm as Stern controls from the top position.
Stern lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear McCain down.
Stern happy to just control the position for now.
Stern is continuing to stall.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stern landing strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kip Stern 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#
McCain scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McCain connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Stern momentarily.
McCain misses with a low kick as Stern jumps back.
Stern doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McCain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stern.
McCain looks up at the clock. Bad move! Stern lands a right hand from hell, dropping McCain . Stern pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kip Stern!
A relieved looking Kip Stern 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 287 Kuomanen vs Khan
Date: Jan 28, 2024

#R1#
McCain misses with a body shot.
McCain tries to clinch up but Kontiainen circles away and keeps his distance.
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kontiainen was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
McCain lands a head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Paavali Kontiainen has been cut.
McCain is looking to slow Kontiainen down with leg kicks.
McCain digs a good hook to Kontiainen's body.
McCain 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.
McCain slips under a jab from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen avoids the body shot from McCain .
McCain lands a right hook to the body.
McCain keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A cross from Kontiainen lands.
McCain misses with a hook #TD#
and Kontiainen counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kontiainen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kontiainen is looking to work some ground and pound but McCain has wrist control.
Kontiainen is looking to advance position but McCain has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB##T1#
Kontiainen is working to get back to half guard.
McCain avoids the attempt from Kontiainen to control.
Kontiainen is trying to escape the mount.
McCain tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
Kontiainen reaches up to try and control the position but McCain seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Kontiainen rolls and tries to escape and now McCain has his back! #SU2#
McCain has decided that he can't make progress quickly enough from the back position and has rather unusually decided to stand up from the dominant position. Obviously he's going to be looking for the knockout on the feet here!
Kontiainen throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kontiainen misses the shot to the body.
McCain throws a body punch but Kontiainen moves out of range. #T2#
Kontiainen goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McCain moves out of range of the body kick from Kontiainen.
McCain pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kontiainen is out of range and McCain settles back down.
McCain tests Kontiainen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kontiainen misses with a body kick.
A head kick misses from McCain .
McCain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McCain lands with a good body shot.
McCain scores with a sloppy right hand. Kontiainen should have avoided that one.
McCain fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain lands a head kick. Kontiainen smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kontiainen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCain . McCain obviously looking to wear him down.
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCain misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McCain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kontiainen throws a body punch but McCain moves out of range. #T3#
McCain throws a leg kick that misses.
McCain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McCain lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Kontiainen bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kontiainen scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McCain explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Kontiainen throws a low kick but McCain moves out of range easily.
A nice side step and McCain releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Kontiainen staying out of range there.
McCain doesn't manage to clinch there - Kontiainen circles away.
McCain stuns Kontiainen with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCain blocks a low kick nicely.
McCain swings for the body but Kontiainen moves out of range.
McCain misses with a shot to the body
and Kontiainen counters with a nice leg kick.
McCain is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kontiainen rather than just go for the knockout.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kontiainen tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McCain defends well and Kontiainen ends up having to push McCain into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kontiainen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McCain lands a left hand. #T4#
Kontiainen tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Kontiainen avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kontiainen misses with some punches.
McCain presses Kontiainen against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
McCain throws a punch but it's blocked by Kontiainen.
McCain prevents a body shot from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kontiainen tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain gets through Kontiainen's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by McCain .
McCain misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
McCain breaks from the clinch.
McCain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Kontiainen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCain was well out of range. Poor timing from Kontiainen.
McCain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kontiainen takes one to the chin there.
McCain slips under a jab from Kontiainen.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Paavali Kontiainen's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
A looping hook to the body misses from Kontiainen. McCain does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCain now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
McCain lands a lovely overhand right.
McCain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kontiainen takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kontiainen throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
McCain takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kontiainen takes a head kick and keeps coming.
McCain misses with a looping right.
McCain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCain lands with a kick to the temple. Kontiainen shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kontiainen looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A decent looking cross lands there for McCain .
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain throws a lazy right hand but Kontiainen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kontiainen scores with a hook to the body. McCain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Nice body kick from Kontiainen.
McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kontiainen slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice defenses there by Kontiainen.
McCain moves out of range as Kontiainen throws a body kick.
McCain moves out of range as Kontiainen throws a body kick. #TD#
Kontiainen shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches McCain napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Kontiainen lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kontiainen tries to advance to mount but can't.
Kontiainen working the head with strikes.
Kontiainen fails to land a wild elbow strike.
We've been hearing that Kontiainen has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sloppy strikes there by Kontiainen.#T2#
Kontiainen throws a strike aimed at the side of McCain 's head but McCain avoids it well.
Kontiainen lands a few punches from side control.
Kontiainen creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Kontiainen tries to score with some ground and pound. McCain controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
McCain dodges the ground and pound from Kontiainen.
Paavali Kontiainen overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kontiainen working the ground and pound.
Kontiainen throwing shots but missing, from side control.
McCain defending against the ground and pound.
Kontiainen 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.
Kontiainen with the ground and pound but McCain regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Kontiainen slips a nice elbow through McCain 's hands, connecting with McCain 's forehead.#T3#
McCain keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
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. Kontiainen connects with a nice short shot to McCain 's temple.
McCain keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kontiainen scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kontiainen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McCain 's head.
Kontiainen throws a strike but McCain avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Kontiainen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kontiainen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kontiainen postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kontiainen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4#
Kontiainen connects with a couple of short punches.
Kontiainen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kontiainen 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.
Kontiainen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Kontiainen prevents McCain from getting back to his feet.
Kontiainen postures up in McCain 's guard and throws a big left but McCain blocks it.
McCain utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kontiainen postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
McCain wants to stand but Kontiainen is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
McCain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
It looked like Kontiainen was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kontiainen misses with a series of wild punches.
Kontiainen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Paavali Kontiainen dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Paavali Kontiainen's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kontiainen takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kontiainen.
Kontiainen lands a jab-cross combination.
Kontiainen throws a right hand that misses
and McCain counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kontiainen thinking.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain throws an overhand right that lands on Kontiainen's shoulder, as Kontiainen tries to avoid the shot.
McCain works the jab nicely.
McCain wants to clinch up but Kontiainen keeps it at a distance.
McCain tries a head kick but it misses.
McCain is looking to land body kicks.
Kontiainen shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McCain as he jumps to the side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
McCain fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kontiainen, pushing him back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kontiainen.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T1#
Kontiainen cracks McCain with a nice body shot.
McCain scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kontiainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A right hand to the body from McCain .
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Kontiainen avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kontiainen.
Kontiainen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kontiainen lands a nice uppercut.
Kontiainen's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
McCain is working Kontiainen over against the cage.
McCain prevents a body shot from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lucas McCain seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCain blocks a body shot from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good body shot from McCain . #BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch.
McCain throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T2#
McCain scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
McCain lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice shot by McCain .#CUT2#Paavali Kontiainen's cut is getting worse.
Kontiainen takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McCain lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McCain keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kontiainen on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McCain lands with a shot to the body.
Jab from McCain .
McCain throws a head kick that Kontiainen semi-blocks.
Kontiainen throws a push kick but McCain slaps the foot to one side.
Kontiainen closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Good shot there by McCain .
Kontiainen looks to throw a body kick
and McCain counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
McCain jabs at Kontiainen's body.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
Lucas McCain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCain feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kontiainens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McCain shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kontiainen shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McCain pinned against the cage. McCain gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
McCain looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McCain bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCain lands a slapping body shot.
McCain throws a hook to the side of Kontiainen's head but Kontiainen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kontiainen swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCain works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McCain misses with a jab to the body
and Kontiainen counters with a leg kick. #T4#
McCain lands a nice shot to the body.
McCain lands with a right hand.
McCain misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain digs a good hook to Kontiainen's body.
McCain feints and then cracks Kontiainen's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kontiainen down.
McCain lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A low kick lands for Kontiainen.
McCain needs to keep his hands up - Kontiainen had a free shot at his head there.
Kontiainen looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kontiainen moves forwards but McCain connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen avoids a kick to the body.
Kontiainen thuds his shin into the meat of McCain 's side.
McCain throws a shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas McCain comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McCain 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 Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DMMA 278 Bundy vs Khan
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
Kluz avoids the head kick by McCain .
McCain sets himself, and Kluz steps forward looking for the clinch! McCain avoids it this time.
McCain tries to clinch up but Kluz circles away and keeps his distance.
Kluz takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
McCain takes a swing at Kluz's ribcage but misses.
McCain connects with a jab.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kluz drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kluz throws a lazy right hand but McCain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL2#
Kluz closes the distance and clinches.
Kluz is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
McCain prevents a body shot from Kluz.
Kluz looking to slow down the pace here.
Kluz taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kluz lands a body punch in the clinch.
Kluz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kluz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kluz tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short body shot lands from McCain as the two fighters clinch. #T1#
McCain stalling.
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Kluz controls the action.
McCain scores with a shot to the side of Kluz's head.
Kluz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kluz tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Kluz back against the cage.
Kluz prevents a body shot from McCain .
Kluz tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Kluz back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kluz.
Kluz lands with a left to the head.
Kluz misses with a hook from the clinch.
McCain misses with a body punch.
McCain working hard to break the clinch.
A short right from Kluz on the inside.
McCain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McCain misses with some punches.
Kluz looking to stall.
McCain lands a body punch.
Kluz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Kluz controls the action. #T2#
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McCain throws a head punch that misses.
McCain is leaning against Kluz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
McCain is working Kluz over against the cage.
McCain misses with a body punch.
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Kluz controls the action.
Kluz has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. McCain seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Kluz can turn it around.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kluz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain tries to work over Kluz's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain blocks a body shot from Kluz.
McCain blocks an uppercut.
Kluz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kluz tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain misses with some punches.
Kluz misses with some punches.
Kluz can't find room to land a body shot as McCain controls the action.
McCain gets through Kluz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kluz prevents a body shot from McCain .
McCain prevents a body shot from Kluz. #T3#
McCain lands a nice uppercut.
Kluz lands a nice shot to the body.
A hook to the body from McCain .
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kluz.
McCain is breathing heavily.
McCain 's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCain .
Kluz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kluz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain wants to stall.
Kluz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McCain or not.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
McCain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCain throws a low kick but Kluz moves out of range easily.
McCain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McCain sets himself, and Kluz steps forward looking for the clinch! McCain avoids it this time.
McCain misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Nice body punch from Kluz.
Kluz fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
A quick step to the side and McCain tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch but Kluz swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kluz tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McCain counters with a straight right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Kluz throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from McCain on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice uppercut lands for Kluz. That snapped McCain 's head back.
Kluz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCain .
Kluz lands with a shot to the body.
A nice leg kick from McCain , right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain throws the left hand but Kluz avoids the punch easily.
Kluz tries to counter by closing the distance.
Kluz lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kluz throws an overhand right that drops McCain like a sack of potatoes! Kluz dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Celestyn Kluz!

Event: DMMA 277 NYE
Date: Dec 31, 2023

#R1#
McCain scores with a kick to the body. #KD2#
McCain drops Lalime with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Lalime looks back up at him and smiles so McCain waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Lalime is rocked!
McCain Throws a clean left jab. McCain Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Lalime's chin! Lalime crumbles to the ground and McCain follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by McCain !

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Lucas McCain !
Lucas McCain thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 266 Fisher vs Grant
Date: Nov 26, 2023

#R1#
McCain misses with an uppercut.
McCain looks to land a left hand but Side moved out of range nicely.
McCain takes one on the chin but seems OK. #KD2#
Side drops McCain with a nice combination! Side dives into McCain 's guard, looking to finish! #CUT2#It looks like Lucas McCain has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Side throwing strikes from guard but McCain blocks nicely.
Side slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
McCain tries to escape but Side is in control. #SUB2#
Side looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
McCain is not content to let Side control the position. #T1#
Side has knee on belly momentarily but McCain bucks him off and regains half guard.
Side wants to free his trapped foot but McCain is holding on for dear life with his legs. #ES#
McCain makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T2#
Side throws a jab but it's blocked by McCain .
Side throws a right and a left that McCain avoids nicely.
Side looks to land a left hand but McCain moved out of range nicely.
McCain misses with a right hand
letting Side counter with a right hand.
McCain misses with a hook
and Side counters with a nice body shot.
Side catches McCain with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
McCain moves in looking to clinch but Side pushes him off.
Side has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as McCain is landing a low percentage of strikes.
McCain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Side! But no joy.
Side throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on McCain 's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Side dives in looking to finish as McCain flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Side's strikes! Side is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! McCain 's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but McCain was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

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

Event: DMMA 256 Thorn vs Kirin
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
Smash Machine gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #KD#
and McCain counters with a head kick that drops Smash Machine to the mat! Smash Machine scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!#ROC#Smash Machine is rocked!
Clinch King Smash Machine seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A left lands for Smash Machine.
McCain throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Smash Machine's jaw, knocking him onto his back! McCain dives in looking to finish as Smash Machine flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block McCain 's strikes! McCain is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Smash Machine's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Smash Machine was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas McCain !
Our winner, Lucas McCain , 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.
Clinch King Smash Machine was interviewed post fight and said 'I want to thank the fans for the support! We'll be back stronger!'.

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

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Kvakkestad.
McCain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCain slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Kvakkestad fails to land the takedown.
Kvakkestad looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McCain was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kvakkestad swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain slips a straight right by Kvakkestad.
McCain lands with an overhand left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kvakkestad works over McCain 's head and body with a nice combination.
McCain digs a good hook to Kvakkestad's body.
McCain throws a jab but it's blocked by Kvakkestad.
McCain slips a jab and a cross from Kvakkestad.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kvakkestad misses with a hook
and McCain counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Nice shot lands for McCain .
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A punch combination from Kvakkestad misses.
McCain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCain cracks Kvakkestad with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
McCain thuds his shin into the meat of Kvakkestad's side.
Kvakkestad misses with a double jab.
McCain getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Kvakkestad takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kvakkestad misses with the combination.
McCain jabs at Kvakkestad's body.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kvakkestad looks winded!
McCain lands with an uppercut that bounces Kvakkestad off the cage and back into range.
McCain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McCain has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rivers Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
McCain lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#KD#
McCain lands a big head kick that sends Kvakkestad tumbling to the mat! McCain takes a step backwards and waves Kvakkestad back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Kvakkestad is rocked!
McCain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kvakkestad is still on wobbly legs! Can McCain finish him?
McCain cracks Kvakkestad with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas McCain !
A relieved looking Lucas McCain 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 236 Kersikov vs Fisher
Date: Sep 10, 2023

#R1#
Decent striking displayed by McCain there.
Hardman looks to land a right hand but McCain moved out of range.
Hardman throws a looping overhand right but McCain ducks down to avoid it.
Hardman misses with a shot to the body
and McCain counters with a nice uppercut.
McCain misses with a low kick.
McCain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Hardman throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hardman tests McCain 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McCain swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Hardman throws out a counter right but McCain avoids it with no problem.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hardman.
McCain slips under a jab.
McCain loads up on a big right hand but Hardman slips the punch.
McCain scores with a hook to the body. Hardman takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hardman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hardman unleashes a big counter combination but McCain bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hardman avoids a punch combination nicely. #T1#
McCain circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Hardman to the canvas! Hardman doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - McCain keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas McCain !
Lucas McCain thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 228 Pinks vs McKane
Date: Aug 20, 2023

#R1#
Murphy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A big left from Murphy misses.
McCain quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Murphy takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A jab from McCain finds it's way through Murphy's defenses.
Murphy lands a jab to the head.
McCain feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Murphys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McCain pounces like a tiger and cracks Murphy with a vicious hook! Murphy is down but not out! McCain follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Lucas McCain !
Lucas McCain thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Manus Murphy stepped up to the mic, saying 'WTF??? How did that happen?'.

Event: DMMA 217 Kersikov vs Karumaa
Date: Jul 26, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Kvakkestad 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.
McCain is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Kvakkestad dives into side control. #REVR#
An elbow from Kvakkestad crashes against the mat.
McCain is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Kvakkestad has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Kvakkestad in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kvakkestad wants to lay and pray for a moment but McCain keeps working.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
The strikes coming from Kvakkestad are missing the target in this wave of attacks. #SUB2#
Kvakkestad has an Americana. McCain didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Kvakkestad is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Kvakkestad hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Loki Kvakkestad!
A relieved looking Loki Kvakkestad 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 208 Don vs Magrath 2
Date: Jun 28, 2023

#R1#
Nicoletta looks to score with a jab to the body but McCain is just out of range.
McCain slips a straight right by Nicoletta.
McCain slips a jab from Nicoletta.
McCain throws an off balance right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCain 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.
The fighters circling - McCain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nicoletta misses with a head kick.
McCain scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut.
A head kick misses from Nicoletta.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain misses with a body shot.
Nicoletta fires out a quick counter leg kick but McCain just manages to avoid it.
McCain missing with a left hand there. Nicoletta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nicoletta looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
McCain checks a low kick from Nicoletta.
McCain throws a right and a left that Nicoletta avoids nicely. #CL2#
McCain fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Nicoletta, pushing him back against the cage.
Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCain is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nicoletta swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nicoletta tries a body shot but McCain blocks it. #T1#
Nicoletta lands with a short shot to the head.
Nicoletta lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McCain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McCain digs a right hand into Nicoletta's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Nicoletta's gas tank.
Nicoletta 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.
McCain taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
McCain blocking some punches.
McCain misses with a body punch.
Nicoletta throws a punch but it's blocked by McCain .
McCain lands a shoulder strike.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
Nicoletta works on McCain 's body with a couple of short punches.
McCain tries a body shot but Nicoletta blocks it.
Nicoletta gets through McCain 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta misses with the head strike.
McCain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Nicoletta backwards.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCain dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Nicoletta throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2#
Nicoletta prevents a body shot from McCain .
Nicoletta lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nicoletta misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCain scores with a shoulder strike.
McCain gets through Nicoletta's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
McCain working aggressively here.
Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses.
Nicoletta tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice right hand lands inside from McCain .
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Nicoletta scores with a shoulder strike.
McCain scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Nicoletta controls his hands.
McCain takes a shot to the head.
Nicoletta misses with the head strike. #T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from McCain .
A short body shot lands from McCain as the two fighters clinch.
McCain lands a body shot in the clinch.
Nicoletta lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nicoletta misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nicoletta swings wildly with an uppercut but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nicoletta misses with a body punch.
McCain presses Nicoletta against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Nicoletta misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nicoletta misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCain leaning his opponent against the cage.
McCain working aggressively here.
McCain lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McCain misses with the head strike.
McCain blocking some punches. #T4#
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain has a couple of punches blocked by Nicoletta.
McCain is leaning against Nicoletta and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nicoletta has a couple of punches blocked by McCain .
Nicoletta blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta throws a wild body kick that McCain sees coming a mile off.
McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Nicoletta will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Nicoletta avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCain connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Nicoletta lands with a kick to the ribs.
McCain walks into a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lucas McCain will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
McCain looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
That kick from Nicoletta tenderised McCain 's leg. McCain is trying to keep his angry face on.
Nicoletta just misses with a punch to the body.
McCain throws a body punch but Nicoletta moves out of range.
Nicoletta connects with a jab.
McCain feints and then cracks Nicoletta's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Nicoletta down.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nicoletta just misses with a punch to the body.
Nicoletta avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nicoletta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McCain lands a nice looking body kick.
McCain slips a jab from Nicoletta.
Casimiro Nicoletta is winning the standup battle so far.
Nicoletta pulls out of a head kick attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nicoletta misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
McCain lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch but Nicoletta swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
McCain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nicoletta's sensitive parts.
McCain is looking to slow Nicoletta down with leg kicks.
Nicoletta throws the left hand but McCain avoids the punch easily.
Nicoletta tries to clinch there but McCain circles away.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCain .
Nicoletta tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
McCain doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
McCain checks a leg kick.
Nicoletta throws a looping overhand right but McCain ducks down to avoid it.
Nicoletta throws a low kick but it's checked well by McCain .
McCain misses with the body kick
and Nicoletta counters with a nice leg kick. #CL#
Nicoletta has managed to clinch.
A short right from Nicoletta on the inside.
McCain lands a body shot.
Nicoletta is working McCain over against the cage.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot in the inside from McCain .
Nicoletta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nicoletta misses with a punch on the inside.
Nicoletta working aggressively here.
Nicoletta 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.
Nicoletta is working McCain over against the cage.
Nicoletta throws a head punch that misses.
Nicoletta lands an uppercut.
The referee is keeping an eye on McCain - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
McCain tries to work over Nicoletta's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCain scores with a nice right hand.
Crunch! McCain slams his shin into Nicoletta's torso.
Nicoletta tries to clinch up but McCain circles away and keeps his distance.
McCain lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Nicoletta swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
A jab from McCain finds it's way through Nicoletta's defenses. #T3#
Nicoletta looks to land a body kick but McCain moved away.
Nicoletta takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Nicoletta's sensitive parts.
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nicoletta thows a leg kick but McCain checks it
and McCain counters with a nice low kick that buckles Nicoletta's knee momentarily.
Nicoletta walks into a jab.
McCain plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Nicoletta lands a head kick. McCain smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
McCain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A quick step to the side and Nicoletta tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Nicoletta swats him away and circles back towards the center.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta misses with a low kick.
McCain takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McCain thuds his right hand into Nicoletta's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nicoletta has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCain .#T4#
Nicoletta walks into a jab.
Nicoletta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on McCain . That did some damage!
McCain lands the left hand.
McCain is looking to land body kicks.
Nicoletta is looking to counter the offense by McCain and move into the clinch.
McCain works the jab nicely.
Nice jab there from McCain .
McCain ducks under a wild hook from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta avoids the body shot from McCain .
McCain throws a looping overhand right but Nicoletta ducks down to avoid it.
Nicoletta is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Nicoletta throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
McCain avoids the body shot from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain .
Nicoletta 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.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCain throws a leg kick which misses Nicoletta's front leg but catches the back leg as Nicoletta tries to avoid it.
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Nicoletta throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCain unleashes a big counter combination but Nicoletta bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nicoletta lands a nice looking body kick.
McCain is looking to slow Nicoletta down with leg kicks.
Nicoletta swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain lands a leg kick that knocks Nicoletta off balance momentarily.
A lazy left from Nicoletta finds it's target.
Nicoletta slips a jab from McCain .
Nicoletta lands a nice leg kick that just misses McCain 's sensitive parts.
Nicoletta takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
The fight stays on the outside here - McCain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
McCain lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCain throws a front kick that sends Nicoletta stumbling back into the cage.
McCain lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection.
Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and McCain moves out of range easily. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta throws a lazy right hand but McCain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
McCain wants to clinch up but Nicoletta keeps it at a distance.
A punch combination from McCain misses.
Nicoletta was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Nicoletta checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McCain fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nicoletta has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Nicoletta throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A clash of legs there as McCain blocks the low kick.
Sloppy strikes from McCain . Those never looked like landing.
Some bone on bone action there as McCain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McCain stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Nicoletta shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Nicoletta looks to clinch
and McCain makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Nicoletta 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.
Casimiro Nicoletta has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McCain on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Nicoletta. Nicoletta obviously looking to wear him down.
Nicoletta takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
McCain ducks under a wild hook from Nicoletta.
McCain scores with a jab to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Nicoletta at a distance.
McCain lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
McCain moves out of range as Nicoletta throws a body kick.
Nicoletta avoids the head kick by McCain .
A slapping leg kick lands for McCain .
Nicoletta is looking to chop away at McCain 's legs.
McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCain cracks Nicoletta with a right hand to the side of the head.#KD#
Nicoletta lands a big head kick that sends McCain tumbling to the mat! Nicoletta takes a step backwards and waves McCain back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Lucas McCain has been cut.
McCain chopping away at his opponent's legs. #KD#
Nicoletta drops McCain with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but McCain looks back up at him and smiles so Nicoletta waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#McCain is rocked!#T3#
McCain circles to his right, straight into a beautiful hook by Nicoletta. McCain falls face first into the canvas - great knockout victory for Nicoletta!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Casimiro Nicoletta!
An out of breath Casimiro Nicoletta thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 198 Otori vs Adeoluwa
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
McCain throws a lazy body kick #TD2#
and Shifter decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in McCain 's guard.#ES#
McCain has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Shifter off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Shifter was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shifter manages to avoid it.
McCain throws a body punch but Shifter moves out of range.
Shifter tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
McCain has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rivers Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A clash of legs there as Shifter blocks the low kick.
McCain misses with a leg kick #TD2#
and Shifter counters with a shoot takedown. McCain fights it but they end up in guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shifter is looking to pass into half guard but McCain pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now McCain is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Shifter throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! McCain escapes and throws Shifter's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Shifter is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Shifter sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
McCain moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Shifter.#SU#
McCain decides to take the fight back to the feet.
McCain misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Shifter counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McCain ! #SUB2#
Shifter wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by McCain , who protects the arm well.
McCain wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Shifter is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McCain knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2##SUB2#
Shifter goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, McCain has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Shifter but great work by McCain .
Shifter is looking for a sweep.
McCain tries to stand but Shifter is controlling his head.
Shifter is looking for a sweep.
McCain knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shifter on the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shifter looks to move to half guard but instead McCain has passed into mount! Damn!
Shifter gets back to half guard.
McCain wants to stand up but Shifter has a hold of him and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shifter moves into full guard. #T3##SUB2#
McCain avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Our spies down at at London MMA Club inform us that Shifter has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SU#
McCain gets to his feet - Shifter follows without any prompting.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shifter manages to avoid it.
Shifter tries to counter with a clinch but McCain shakes him off and moves away.
McCain scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Shifter doesn't seem bothered though.
Shifter uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCain .
Shifter is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shifter moves away.
Shifter changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
McCain jabs Shifter right on the nose. Shifter blinks but takes it well.#T4#
Shifter shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McCain sprawls well. McCain wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Shifter gets slowly back to his feet.
Shifter takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCain lets loose with a powerful body kick. Shifter will feel that in the morning.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shifter moves away.#TD2#
McCain gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Shifter to score an easy takedown into full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
McCain looks to land a body kick but Shifter moved away.
Shifter with the counter takedown but McCain avoids it easily.
McCain scores with a punch to the head.
McCain misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Shifter decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in McCain 's guard.
Shifter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McCain swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shifter throws an elbow that misses. McCain uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shifter's guard. Nice move by McCain !#REVR##SUB2#
Shifter has an active guard here but McCain has managed to pass into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shifter tries to get to full guard but McCain has control of the leg. #T1##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shifter slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Shifter throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! McCain escapes and throws Shifter's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Shifter gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shifter is looking for a sweep. McCain is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
McCain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shifter can do to turn this around?#T2##SUB2#
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.
McCain wants to stand up but Shifter has a hold of him and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Shifter looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shifter is looking to get back to full guard here but McCain has managed to pass to side control instead.
Shifter is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Shifter manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Shifter working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on McCain 's thigh. McCain counters though and makes it back to full guard. #SUB2#
Shifter postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! McCain is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Shifter, into his guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Shifter working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCain doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Shifter is tightening it up a little... McCain has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! McCain reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! McCain taps out! Nice BJJ there by Shifter!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Shape Shifter!

Event: DMMA 186 McCain vs Martin
Date: Apr 19, 2023

#R1#
Martin looks to land a right hand but McCain moved out of range.
Martin swings widly with a right hand
and McCain counters with a straight right hand.
Martin avoids the body shot from McCain .
Martin's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McCain connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Martin scrambles back to his feet.
We've been informed that McCain has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
A clash of legs there as McCain blocks the low kick.
McCain feints and then cracks Martin's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Martin down.
McCain lands a jab.
McCain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Martin throws the left hand but McCain avoids the punch easily.
Martin tries to clinch but McCain moves out of range.
McCain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McCain lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Martin backs up against the cage.
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!
McCain misses with a low kick.
Martin slips under a jab.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McCain dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Martin tries a body shot but McCain blocks it. #T1#
McCain scores with a shoulder strike.
McCain tries to work over Martin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Martin struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
Martin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCain 's elbow.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Martin.
Martin misses with a body punch.
Martin lands a left hand that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
McCain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Martin's elbow.
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.
A short left from Martin.
McCain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Martin presses McCain against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Martin struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
McCain misses with some punches.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Martin controls his hands. #BC2#
McCain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Martin.
McCain misses with some punches. #T2#
A body shot lands from Martin.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain lands an uppercut.
Martin trying to stall but McCain improves his position.
Martin looking to slow down the pace here.
A shot in the inside from Martin.
McCain misses with a hook from the clinch.
McCain blocks a body shot from Martin.
McCain tries to work over Martin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Martin lands a hook that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from McCain .
McCain blocks a body shot from Martin.
Martin scores with a nice hook to the head.
Martin tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Martin back against the cage.
McCain looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Martin has a couple of punches blocked by McCain .
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Martin controls his hands.
McCain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Martin's elbow.
Martin lands a shot to the body.#T3#
A right hand to the body from Martin.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Martin struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
McCain lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
McCain misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain tries a body shot but Martin blocks it.
McCain is trying to stall.
McCain swings wildly with an uppercut but Martin uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC#
Martin pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McCain checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Martin keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCain lands with a right hand.
Martin misses with a wild body shot.
McCain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McCain lands with a kick to the temple. Martin shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
McCain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
A slow jab from Martin misses its intended target. #T4#
Martin slips under a jab.
Martin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCain throws a leg kick but Martin sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A lazy body kick from McCain
and Martin counters with a body kick.
McCain looks winded!
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!
McCain on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Martin. Martin obviously looking to wear him down.
McCain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Martin.
Martin misses with a jab, cross combination.
McCain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Martin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Martin feinted there with a counter leg kick.
McCain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Martin.
Martin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
Martin thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from McCain . Martin does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Martin misses.
McCain throws a big shot that misses.
McCain looks to throw the jab but Martin is out of range.
A big right from McCain misses.
McCain misses with a leg kick
and Martin counters with a straight right hand.
Martin tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McCain manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lucas McCain will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Martin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt McCain .
Martin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
McCain tries to clinch up.
Martin is looking to counter with a body kick.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Martin.
Martin drops McCain with a big left hand! McCain is injured, injured bad! Martin jumps in and finished him with strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Swole Ricky Martin!
A very excited looking Swole Ricky Martin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: DMMA 180 Harakka vs Kwong
Date: Mar 25, 2023

#R1#
McCain lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Keil slips under a jab.
McCain 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.
McCain lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCain closes the distance but Keil moves to the side
and Keil counters with a stiff right hand.
McCain is looking to slow Keil down with leg kicks.
McCain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Keil if he has to take too many more of those.
Keil blocks the body kick.
Keil uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCain .
It looked like Keil wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Keil moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
McCain connects with a looping right hand.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Keil doesn't seem bothered though.
McCain connects with a leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jab from McCain .#T1#
Keil takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Keil throws a front kick aimed at McCain 's knee but McCain avoids it well.
McCain lands a glancing blow to the side of Keil's head.
McCain 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.
Keil looks to land a body kick but McCain moved away.
McCain tries to land a front kick but Keil steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Keil on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCain . McCain obviously looking to wear him down.
Keil blocks the body kick.
It looked like Keil wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Keil moves away.
McCain fails in his attempt to clinch.
McCain is looking to clinch but Keil is avoiding it.
McCain looks to land a body kick but Keil moved away.#T2#
McCain throws a hook to the side of Keil's head but Keil sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCain scores with a shot to the body.
McCain bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Keil's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An inside leg kick from McCain misses.
McCain stalks Keil and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Keil's face. Keil staggers backwards, shaken.
McCain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Keil misses the jab.
A countering left hand to the body from McCain misses.
Keil lands a jab to the nose.
McCain tries to clinch up.
McCain tries to clinch up but Keil circles away and keeps his distance.#CL2#
McCain drives through and clinches with Keil against the cage.
Keil wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Keil tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Keil controls his hands. #T3#
A head punch on the inside from Keil fails to land.
Keil throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from McCain .
Keil throws a punch but it's blocked by McCain .
Keil blocks a body shot from McCain .
Keil misses with a punch on the inside.
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Keil lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short right from Keil on the inside. #BC#
Keil manages to break the clinch.
Keil gets cracked there but stands up to it.
McCain jabs Keil to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
McCain lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCain scores with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Keil.
McCain 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Keil under the eye.#T4##CL2#
McCain moves into range and clinches up with Keil.
Keil misses with some punches.
Keil prevents a body shot from McCain . #TD#
Keil pulls guard successfully.
McCain wants to stand but Keil is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
McCain avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Keil looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
McCain trying to stand up but can't free himself from Keil's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Keil displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCain throws out the jab.
Keil dodges the punch combination from McCain .
An attempted straight right counter from Keil misses the target.
Keil with a jab.#CL2#
McCain closes the distance and clinches.
Keil is looking to break free of the clinch but McCain has double underhooks. #BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch.
McCain connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McCain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keil chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCain can pounce on him.
Keil pivots, looking for a leg kick but McCain is out of range and Keil settles back down.
McCain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Keil swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Keil throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
McCain swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Keil checks a low kick from McCain .
Keil appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCain lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Keil at a distance.
McCain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCain fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Lucas McCain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCain connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Keil momentarily.
A kick lands to the mid section there for McCain .
McCain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McCain throws a leg kick but Keil checks it.
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Keil paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McCain throws a half hearted mid kick.
Good leg kick by McCain . #T2#
The fight stays on the outside here - McCain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
Keil uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCain has time to react.
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!
Keil throws a combination that misses
and McCain counters with a slapping leg kick.
Keil misses with a left hand
and McCain counters with a nice body shot.
McCain wants to clinch
and Keil counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from McCain .
McCain tries a head kick but it misses.
Keil swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
McCain comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Keil checks a leg kick.#T3#
Keil steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McCain . That one must have hurt.
McCain jabs at Keil's body.
Good shot there by McCain .
McCain lands a jab to the head.
McCain connects with a single shot there.
A solid leg kick lands there for Keil.
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Keil.
McCain swings for the body but Keil moves out of range.
McCain misses with a body kick.
Keil went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Keil lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
McCain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Keil.
McCain scores with a head kick. Keil tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some bone on bone action there as McCain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. #T4#
A head kick misses from McCain .
Keil throwing a counter right hand but McCain manages to avoid it.
McCain throws the kick towards the body but Keil avoids it.
Keil takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Keil gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCain .
Keil misses with a looping left.
Keil takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Keil blocks a jab.
Keil takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A low kick from Keil is predictable there
and McCain counters with a straight right hand.
McCain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCain wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
McCain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Keil.
Donner Keil has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
McCain tries to clinch there but Keil circles away.
Keil moves out of range of the body kick.
McCain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McCain scores with a nice body kick.
McCain tries to clinch but Keil is having none of it.
Keil appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCain motions for Keil to come forward. McCain throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Keil is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
McCain feints and then cracks Keil's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Keil down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Keil pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Keil.
It looked like Keil wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCain tries to land a body kick
and Keil counters with an outside leg kick. #KD#
Keil feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends McCain sprawling to the canvas! McCain rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Keil finish him?! #T1#
McCain looks to land a combination but Keil avoids it well.
McCain throws a big shot that misses.
McCain throws a body punch but Keil moves out of range.
McCain throws a leg kick which misses Keil's front leg but catches the back leg as Keil tries to avoid it.
Keil uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCain .
McCain punishes Keil's body with a nice straight punch.
McCain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Keil's sensitive parts.
Keil takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Keil gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McCain .
McCain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Keil.
McCain lunges at Keil with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Keil's hand. #T2#
Keil tries to bum rush McCain with a series of wild strikes but McCain uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McCain scores with a jab to the jaw.
Keil 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!
McCain lands a jab to the nose.
Keil avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
McCain connects with a solid leg kick.
Keil uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCain .
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
McCain wants to land a leg kick but Keil is out of range.
Keil takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Keil manages to avoid it.
Keil fires out a quick counter leg kick but McCain just manages to avoid it.
A nice leg kick lands there from McCain . #T3#
Keil moves out of range of the leg kick from McCain .
Keil takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A swing and a miss from Keil.
Keil moves out of range as McCain strikes.
McCain connects with an inside leg kick.
McCain avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
McCain throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Keil.#CL2#
McCain clinches.
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Keil misses with a punch to the body.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Keil avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Keil misses with some punches. #T4##BC#
Keil breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCain dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Keil. That did some damage!
McCain scores with the left hand. Keil knows he should have avoided that one.
McCain throws a nice inside leg kick.
Keil uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCain .
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCain tries to clinch up
and McCain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCain throws a chopping leg kick but Keil manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McCain finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McCain lands a nice looking body shot.
McCain closes the distance but Keil moves to the side
and Keil counters with a lovely shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas McCain comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got McCain 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 James Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA 168 Hightower vs Tyler
Date: Feb 19, 2023

#R1#
Account circles away from the clinch attempt
and Account counters with a nice uppercut.
McCain swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD2#
and Account counters with a nice right hand that sends McCain toppling to the canvas! McCain scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Account finish him?!#ROC2#McCain is rocked!
A combination from Account does no damage.
McCain seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
McCain throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Account is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McCain with a body shot.
McCain throws a front kick that sends Account stumbling back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Account keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain tries to clinch but Account is having none of it.
Account takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McCain has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rivers Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCain scores with a hook to the body. Account takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #CL#
McCain takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Account breaks from the clinch. #T1#
A kick lands to the mid section there for McCain .#CL#
McCain instigates a clinch.
McCain swings wildly with an uppercut but Account uses good head movement to avoid it.
Account throws a head punch that misses.
Account wants to get back to striking at distance but McCain won't allow it.
Account misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain prevents a body shot from Account.
McCain tries to break the clinch but Account is controlling the position.
Account misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Account tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short body shot lands from McCain as the two fighters clinch.
Account has a couple of punches blocked by McCain .
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Account working aggressively here.
McCain misses with a hook from the clinch.
Account misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCain tries a body shot but Account blocks it.
Account lands a body punch.
Account stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Account is trying to push McCain away but McCain has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T2#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. #BC2#
Account breaks from the clinch.
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Account was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McCain , as that shot connected.
McCain misses with a body shot
and Account counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCain is looking to wear down Account with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCain scores with a jab to the head.
McCain connects with a nice looking jab.
McCain connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Account momentarily.
McCain throws a combination that misses
and Account counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Account jabs at McCain 's body.
McCain sizes up Account with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McCain misses with a body kick.
A head kick misses from McCain .
Account throws out a counter right but McCain avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Account staying out of range there.
A nice side step and Account releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL#
McCain moves into the clinch.
Account is trying to break the clinch but McCain has him pressed against the cage.
Account fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Account is looking to break free of the clinch but McCain has double underhooks.
Account swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Account gets through McCain 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Account working aggressively here.
McCain misses with a punch to the body.
McCain blocks a body shot from Account.
McCain prevents a body shot from Account.
McCain blocking some punches.
Account prevents a body shot from McCain .
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain lands a body punch. #BC2#
Account escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCain lands with a shot to the body.
McCain throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. #T4#
McCain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Account has time to react.
McCain throws a nice inside leg kick.
McCain throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCain misses with a kick to the body.
McCain throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Account walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
McCain swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Account.
McCain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
McCain looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
McCain lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Account ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Account is looking for the big counter here.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCain .
McCain throws a leg kick
and Account counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
That's time! McCain 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
McCain connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Account scores with a leg kick.
Account on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
McCain throws a head kick that misses
and Account counters with a nice body shot.
McCain takes a jab right on the kisser.
Account throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
Nice uppercut lands for McCain . That snapped Account's head back.
Account throws a half hearted mid kick.
McCain appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A good leg kick by McCain .
McCain throws a leg kick but Account sees it coming and moves out of range.
Account looks like he wants to counter punch here.
McCain throws a body punch but Account moves out of range.
Account circles away from the clinch attempt
and Account counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps McCain thinking.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
McCain misses with a leg kick.
Account throws out a counter right but McCain avoids it with no problem.
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Account swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lucas McCain is winning the standup battle so far.
McCain tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Account counters with a straight right hand.
Account ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
McCain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Account circles away from the clinch attempt
and McCain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCain looks to land a right hand but Account moved out of range.
McCain tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
McCain thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Account if he has to take too many more of those.
McCain dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Account. That did some damage!
Account tries to move into range but McCain moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Crunch! Account slams his shin into McCain 's torso.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#KD2#
Account lands a big right hand that sends McCain crashing to the mat! Account stays standing though and waves McCain back to his feet!
Oh McCain is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Account cracks McCain with a left hook right on the temple and McCain goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Account lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully McCain is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Camaras Account!
An out of breath Camaras Account thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 164 Account vs Kersikov 2
Date: Jan 22, 2023

#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
Lalime checks a leg kick.
McCain scores with a punch to the head.
Lalime lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Lalime looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McCain goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Lalime takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CL#
Lalime closes the distance and pushes McCain back into the cage.
McCain tries a body shot but Lalime blocks it.
Lalime blocking some punches.
McCain is working Lalime over against the cage.
Lalime being controlled against the cage.
McCain blocking some punches.
McCain lands a hook that snaps the head of Lalime backwards.
Lalime misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCain can't break the clinch.
McCain lands a hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lalime's elbow.
McCain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Lalime working some nice short punches in the clinch.
McCain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lalime's elbow.
McCain digs a right hand underneath Lalime's ribcage. Lalime let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lalime goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lalime blocks an uppercut. #BC2#
McCain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lalime manages to avoid it.
McCain scoring well with a low kick there.
Lalime misses with a wild body shot.
It seemed like McCain was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McCain 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.
Lalime throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
Lalime tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCain lands with a shot to the body.
McCain takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
McCain throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T2#
McCain throws a nice 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!
Some bone on bone action there as Lalime checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
The fighters circling - Lalime throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A low kick lands for McCain .
Lalime with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McCain to score with a decent uppercut.
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Lalime moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Lalime misses the target.
McCain tries to bum rush Lalime with a series of wild strikes but Lalime uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A little feinted left hand from Lalime on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lalime keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lalime blocks a low kick nicely.
Lalime is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL2#
McCain forces Lalime back against the cage and clinches.
McCain working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
McCain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
McCain uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T3#
McCain throws a hook but Lalime avoids it easily.
McCain uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McCain swings for the body but Lalime moves out of range.
Lalime blocks a head kick by McCain .
Lalime moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
Lalime sizes up McCain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McCain throws a jab but it's blocked by Lalime.
McCain is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lalime misses the shot to the body.
McCain throws a low kick but Lalime avoids it.
McCain tries to move into range but Lalime moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCain takes a swing at Lalime's ribcage but misses.
It looked like Lalime wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Lalime throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCain is looking to clinch.
McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCain throws a series of punches but Lalime moves out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lalime throws the left hand but McCain avoids the punch easily.
Lalime takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lalime throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
McCain takes a swing at Lalime's ribcage but misses.
McCain slips under a jab from Lalime.
Lalime moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McCain misses with a double jab
and Lalime makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#CL2#
McCain moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Lalime takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lalime manages to avoid it.
An attempted straight right counter from Lalime misses the target.
Lalime keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCain .
McCain throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Lalime on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Lalime paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Lalime lands with a right hand.
McCain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lalime jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lalime darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lalime takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
McCain misses the shot to the body.
McCain is looking to land body kicks.
McCain misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
McCain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lalime keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McCain .
Decent striking displayed by McCain there.
Lucas McCain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lalime ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain throws a shot to the body.
McCain is looking to slow Lalime down with leg kicks.
McCain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lalime was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
McCain goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McCain throws a head kick that misses.
Lalime was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Lalime scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lalime slips under a jab from McCain .
Lalime is looking to counter punch.#CL#
McCain gets tackled into the cage by Lalime. Lalime maintains the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCain . #T2#
McCain has a couple of punches blocked by Lalime.
Lalime throws an elbow that misses.
McCain misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Lalime pushes McCain back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lalime prevents a body shot from McCain .
Lalime is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCain dodges an elbow strike from Lalime.
Lalime tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain throws a punch but it's blocked by Lalime.
Lalime throws a punch but it's blocked by McCain .
Lalime blocking some punches.
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McCain lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lalime.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lalime makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Lalime blocks a body shot from McCain .
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lalime creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Lalime lands a left hand.
McCain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lalime blocking some punches.
A body shot lands from McCain . #T3#
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McCain looking to slow down the pace here.
Lucas McCain seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
McCain lands a left hand.
Lalime tries a body shot but McCain blocks it.
McCain lands with a short shot to the head.
McCain wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lalime has him pressed against the cage.
A hook to the body from McCain .
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Lalime avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain cracks Lalime with a nice body shot.
Lalime misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lalime working aggressively here.
Lalime misses with a punch on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, Lalime throws an elbow but misses.
Lalime tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Lalime misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from McCain - that landed with a thud.
Lalime fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Lalime controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lalime.
Stalling in the clinch from McCain .
Lalime has McCain pressed against the cage, preventing McCain from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lalime tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCain misses with a short punch on the inside.
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Lalime controls the action.
McCain lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lalime swings wildly with an uppercut but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lalime misses with a punch to the body.
Lalime misses with the head strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A short right from McCain on the inside.
Lalime misses with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by McCain as Lalime tries to tie him up.
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McCain is looking to control Lalime's arms but Lalime gets an underhook and turns him. Now McCain has his back to the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lalime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lucas McCain 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Lalime throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
McCain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Lalime was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCain .
McCain tries to move into range but Lalime moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lalime moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
Lalime is looking to counter the offense by McCain and move into the clinch.
Lalime moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Lalime was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from McCain .
Lalime slips under a jab.
McCain scores with a leg kick.
Lalime displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCain throws out the jab. #CL2#
McCain closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lalime scores with an uppercut up the middle.
McCain can't break the clinch.
Lalime misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
McCain 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
McCain cracks Lalime with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T1#
McCain throws a body kick that misses.
McCain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCain throws a lazy body kick
and Lalime counters with a nice uppercut.
A shot to the body from McCain misses
and Lalime counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCain swings widly with a right hand
and Lalime counters with a straight right hand.
McCain throws a big shot that misses.
Lalime takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Lalime avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A shot to the liver by Lalime. Beautiful body shot.
Lalime is looking to clinch.
Lalime slips under a jab.
Lalime throws a lazy right hand but McCain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Anthony Lalime has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lalime 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.#T2#
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lalime.
Lalime misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lalime misses with a body shot.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
Lalime takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A lazy body kick from McCain
and Lalime counters with a nice uppercut.
Lalime swings widly with a right hand
and McCain counters with a nice uppercut.
McCain moves out of range as Lalime strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from McCain misses.
McCain stuns Lalime with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lalime manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A telegraphed right hand from Lalime misses the target.
Lalime blocks a head kick by McCain .
Lalime tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McCain manages to circle out of the way.#T3#
McCain cracks Lalime with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McCain tries to clinch up.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Lalime on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lalime jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McCain let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Lalime moves out of range as McCain strikes.
Lalime shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Lalime has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McCain finds it's way round the side to connect with Lalime's head. #CL2#
McCain clinches with his opponent.
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lalime swings wildly with an uppercut but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lalime prevents a body shot from McCain . #T4##BC2#
McCain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lalime takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC2#Lalime is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lalime walks into a straight right hand from McCain .
Oh Lalime is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McCain throws a looping overhand right but Lalime ducks down to avoid it.
It looked like Lalime wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lalime seems to have got his legs back now.
Lalime takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
McCain looks to land a right hand but Lalime moved out of range.
Lalime misses with an uppercut. McCain saw that one coming.
Lalime steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCain .
McCain cracks Lalime with an open hand slap.
Lalime throws a hard body shot but it just misses.

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

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

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

Event: DMMA Christmas Chaos
Date: Dec 25, 2022

#R1#
McCain fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Pinks checks the leg kick nicely there.
McCain throws a nice head kick!
McCain 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pinks under the eye.
McCain throws a leg kick but Pinks sees it coming and checks it nicely.
McCain throws a nice inside leg kick.
Pinks misses with a straight left.
Pinks slips a straight right by McCain .
Pinks appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Pinks throws a low kick, looking for McCain 's leg but McCain calmly moves out of range.
McCain feinted there with a counter leg kick.
McCain tries to clinch but fails miserably
and McCain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
McCain closes the distance and clinches.
Pinks pushes McCain back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pinks doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain misses with some punches.
McCain lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pinks backwards.
A hook to the body from Pinks.
Pinks blocks an uppercut.
Pinks working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Pinks.
McCain is breathing heavily.
Pinks blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pinks lands a body punch.
Pinks lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McCain .
Pinks lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pinks lands a body shot.
Pinks lands with a right to the head.
Pinks cracks McCain with a nice body shot.
Pinks makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Pinks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pinks.
Pinks lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
Pinks lands on the inside with an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A left hand lands to the body for Pinks.
Pinks lands a right hand that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
Pinks lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
Pinks lands a body punch.
Pinks lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Pinks on the inside.
Pinks throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pinks. #ROC2#McCain is rocked!
Pinks lands a right hand.
Oh McCain is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Good body shot from Pinks.
Pinks scores with a shot to the side of McCain 's head.
Pinks lands with a short shot to the head.
Pinks pushes McCain against the cage. Pinks is working some dirty boxing. Pinks pushes off with a quick right hook! McCain goes down! McCain tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Pinks moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Devonte Pinks!
A victorious Devonte Pinks thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: DMMA 154 Panda vs Viikinki
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1#
McCain swinging wildly here.
Niculescu appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McCain misses with a low kick.
Niculescu blocks a jab.
A jab from McCain finds it's way through Niculescu's defenses.
McCain slips under a jab from Niculescu.
McCain misses with a straight right.
McCain throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Niculescu swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McCain .
McCain has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain takes a body punch but keeps moving.
McCain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Niculescu checks it well.
A nice leg kick from McCain , right into the meat of the thigh. #KD2#
McCain lands a big head kick that sends Niculescu tumbling to the mat! McCain takes a step backwards and waves Niculescu back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#It looks like Constantin Niculescu has been cut.#T1#
Niculescu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCain .
Niculescu tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but McCain defends well and Niculescu ends up having to push McCain into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCain blocks a body shot from Niculescu.
McCain wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Niculescu has him pressed against the cage.
Niculescu misses with the head strike.
McCain dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Niculescu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Niculescu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCain 's elbow.
Niculescu misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Niculescu avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
Niculescu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Niculescu backwards.
McCain prevents a body shot from Niculescu.
Niculescu lands a left hand that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCain .
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Niculescu controls the action.
Niculescu gets through McCain 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Niculescu scores with a hook to the body.
Niculescu tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain blocks a body shot from Niculescu.
Niculescu misses with a body punch.
Niculescu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC2#
McCain manages to break the clinch.
A leg kick checked by Niculescu.
Niculescu ducks under a wild hook from McCain .
Niculescu feinted with a counter takedown.
Niculescu walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Niculescu misses the jab.
McCain misses with a looping left.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain blocks a jab.#T3#
Niculescu just misses with a punch to the body.
Niculescu listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nice uppercut there from Niculescu.#TD#
Niculescu decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Niculescu thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Niculescu stops McCain from getting back to his feet.
Niculescu missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
McCain is trying to stand up here but Niculescu is controlling him well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCain avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Niculescu.
Niculescu thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McCain 's head.
McCain is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Niculescu scores with a couple of nice shots.#T4#
McCain is staying active underneath Niculescu, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Niculescu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Niculescu thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Niculescu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Niculescu trying to control from half guard but McCain is working away.
McCain keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McCain blocking the ground and pound attempt from Niculescu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Lucas McCain will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Constantin Niculescu's cut.
That's time! Niculescu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Niculescu takes one on the chin but seems OK. #TD#
Niculescu looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
McCain keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McCain is not content to let Niculescu control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
McCain is looking to escape.
Niculescu thows a huge punch but McCain dodges it nicely.
Niculescu 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niculescu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Niculescu seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCain does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Niculescu missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Niculescu sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McCain defending well though.
Niculescu not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Niculescu looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks McCain with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We've been hearing that Niculescu has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
McCain on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Niculescu is pressing down on McCain 's thigh, looking to free his foot. McCain is holding on for now.
Niculescu thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Niculescu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Niculescu is trying to control the action in half guard but McCain is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Niculescu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Niculescu missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Niculescu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Niculescu winds up and cracks McCain with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
McCain taking some punishment here, with Niculescu in his half guard.
McCain blocking the ground and pound attempt from Niculescu.
Niculescu working over McCain with some ground and pound. McCain looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Niculescu is nestled in close to McCain , controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Niculescu missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Niculescu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Niculescu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T3#
Niculescu lands strikes from half guard.
McCain blocking the ground and pound attempt from Niculescu.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Niculescu lands a nice short elbow.
Niculescu scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Niculescu missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Niculescu is keen to just control but McCain is a slippery customer.
Niculescu missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Niculescu seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
McCain blocking the ground and pound attempt from Niculescu. #T4#
Niculescu thows a huge punch but McCain dodges it nicely.
Niculescu not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Niculescu is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Niculescu looks to land a strike but McCain avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Niculescu lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Niculescu working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Niculescu lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Niculescu lands a couple of digs.
Niculescu throwing strikes from guard but McCain blocks nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Constantin Niculescu dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Constantin Niculescu's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
McCain takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McCain fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Niculescu on the side of the head.
McCain connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McCain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Niculescu.
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Niculescu was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
Niculescu tests McCain 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Niculescu throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
Niculescu misses with a body shot
and McCain counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Niculescu scores with a hook to the body. McCain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Niculescu walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#T1#
McCain misses with a straight left.
Niculescu attempts a counter takedown but McCain avoids it well and moves away.
Niculescu shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McCain sprawls well. McCain wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Niculescu gets slowly back to his feet.
McCain misses with a body kick.
A cross from Niculescu lands.
McCain throws a sloppy head kick and Niculescu moves out of range easily.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Niculescu manages to avoid it.
McCain thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
Niculescu shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches McCain napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Niculescu is putting a hurting on McCain here, landing some big shots from side control. #T2#
Niculescu working the ground and pound but McCain is defending the strikes.
McCain is trying to buck Niculescu off.
McCain regains half guard, as Niculescu was trying to land strikes.
Niculescu looks to land a strike but McCain avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Niculescu is controlling him.
McCain working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Niculescu. #T3#
Niculescu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCain is keeping the position for now.
Niculescu keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of McCain 's head.
Niculescu lands a couple of elbows.#ES2#
McCain manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Good body shot from McCain .
McCain lands a hook that snaps the head of Niculescu backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCain .
McCain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain lands a left hand that snaps the head of Niculescu backwards.
Niculescu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Niculescu lands with a left to the head. #T4#
A head punch on the inside from McCain fails to land.
McCain leaning his opponent against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Niculescu.
McCain lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Niculescu or not.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Niculescu working aggressively here.
Niculescu blocks a body shot from McCain .
McCain misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCain .
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Constantin Niculescu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
McCain is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
McCain lands an uppercut.
Niculescu looking for a takedown.
Niculescu letting McCain take a breather here.
McCain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Niculescu backwards.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas McCain comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think McCain 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights XII
Date: Oct 28, 2022

#R1#
Kontiainen on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCain . McCain obviously looking to wear him down.
McCain goes for a high kick. It partially lands.#CUT#It looks like Paavali Kontiainen has been cut.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kontiainen has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
McCain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
Kontiainen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain misses with the body kick
and Kontiainen counters with a flying knee. Nice.
McCain attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kontiainen let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A bone on bone clash there as Kontiainen blocks the leg kick.
McCain missing with a left hand there. Kontiainen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCain throws an overhand right that lands on Kontiainen's shoulder, as Kontiainen tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain lands a nice hook to Kontiainen's body. Kontiainen takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
McCain has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rivers Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
McCain scores with a nice right hand. #CL#
McCain closes the distance and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCain working aggressively here. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from McCain fails to land.
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from McCain .
Kontiainen tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCain 's elbow.
Kontiainen lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kontiainen misses with a punch on the inside.
McCain wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Kontiainen lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kontiainen cracks McCain with a nice body shot.
Kontiainen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kontiainen lands with a left to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for McCain .
McCain prevents Kontiainen from breaking the clinch.
Kontiainen has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McCain avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
McCain working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kontiainen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kontiainen misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
McCain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Kontiainen blocks a head kick by McCain .
McCain missing with a left hand there. Kontiainen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kontiainen throws out a counter right but McCain avoids it with no problem.
McCain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McCain misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kontiainen to counter with a crisp jab.
McCain thumps Kontiainen with a low kick.
McCain lands a lovely overhand right.
Kontiainen blocks a head kick by McCain .
McCain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kontiainen.
McCain misses with a low kick. #T3#
Kontiainen takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
McCain keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A shot to the body from McCain misses
and Kontiainen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL#
McCain clinches up against the cage.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Kontiainen avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain misses with a punch to the body.
McCain lands a shoulder strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McCain creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by McCain .
Kontiainen lands a right hand.
A right hand to the body from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen wants a takedown but no success here.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Kontiainen controls his hands.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kontiainen misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
McCain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCain throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T4#
McCain lands a nice looking body kick.
Kontiainen misses with a looping left.#CL#
McCain clinches up against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCain .
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Kontiainen avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from McCain .
McCain pushes Kontiainen back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McCain working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Kontiainen.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kontiainen throws a punch but it's blocked by McCain .
McCain blocks a body shot from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCain s head.
Kontiainen prevents a body shot from McCain .
Kontiainen drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lucas McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Paavali Kontiainen.
McCain lands a nice shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Paavali Kontiainen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
McCain slips a straight right by Kontiainen.
McCain throws a jab but it's blocked by Kontiainen.
Kontiainen displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCain throws out the jab.
McCain lands a right hook to the body.
Kontiainen 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.
Kontiainen moves forwards but McCain connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McCain cracks Kontiainen with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain thuds a left hand into Kontiainen's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kontiainen misses with a hook. McCain ducked under it nicely.
McCain is looking to clinch but Kontiainen is avoiding it.
Kontiainen looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Good exchange - McCain coming out on top.
McCain comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T1#
McCain jabs Kontiainen to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCain cracks Kontiainen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McCain connects with an inside leg kick.
Kontiainen checks the leg kick nicely there.
A big right from McCain misses.
McCain fails in his attempt to clinch.
McCain fails in his attempt to clinch.
The crowd cheers as McCain lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kontiainen doesn't seem phased though.
McCain connects with a nice looking jab.
McCain tries to clinch
and Kontiainen counters with a nice body shot.
McCain misses with a looping right.
McCain throws a shot from downtown. Kontiainen moves away and avoids it.
Paavali Kontiainen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
McCain moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
McCain takes a swing at Kontiainen's ribcage but misses.
McCain moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromKontiainen.
McCain connects with a 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!
A lazy body kick from McCain
and McCain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Kontiainen bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

McCain explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain throws out a powerful jab.
McCain fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Kontiainen.
McCain misses with an uppercut.
McCain misses with a low kick. #T3#
McCain thuds his shin into the meat of Kontiainen's side.
McCain digs a good hook to Kontiainen's body.
McCain tries to clinch there but Kontiainen circles away.
Kontiainen swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McCain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kontiainen can do to turn this around?
McCain lands a really nice looking cross but Kontiainen seems unphased. #CL#
McCain rushes Kontiainen and presses him up against the cage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kontiainen blocks a punch to the side of the head.
McCain working aggressively here.
McCain blocks an uppercut.
McCain softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kontiainen misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kontiainen blocks a body shot from McCain .
Kontiainen has a couple of punches blocked by McCain .
McCain throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kontiainens head.
Kontiainen lands a left hand that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
McCain digs a right hand into Kontiainen's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kontiainen's gas tank. #T4#
McCain throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kontiainens head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kontiainen is working for takedown but McCain is calmly controlling the position for now.
McCain misses with a punch to the body.
Kontiainen is trying to work for a single leg takedown but McCain pulls him back up using the underhooks.
McCain works on Kontiainen's body with a couple of short punches.
Kontiainen is breathing heavily.
McCain scores with a nice hook to the head.
McCain lands a shoulder strike.
Kontiainen's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kontiainen has a couple of punches blocked by McCain .
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kontiainen lands with a short shot to the head.
McCain taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
McCain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A short body shot lands from McCain as the two fighters clinch.
McCain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Kontiainen fails to land.
Lucas McCain has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
McCain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kontiainen looks to score with a jab to the body but McCain is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Paavali Kontiainen's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
McCain throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Kontiainen feints the counter takedown.
Kontiainen on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL#
McCain rushes Kontiainen and presses him up against the cage.
Kontiainen is working for takedown but McCain is calmly controlling the position for now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCain .
Kontiainen blocks an uppercut.
McCain is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Kontiainen lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Kontiainen tries to pass to full mount but McCain defends it.
McCain blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing McCain to regain full guard.
Kontiainen with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
McCain is looking to stand back up but Kontiainen counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by McCain .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kontiainen thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McCain 's head.
Kontiainen has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
McCain looks like he's trying to stand up.
McCain regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kontiainen.
Kontiainen is looking to work some ground and pound but McCain has wrist control.
McCain wants to stand but Kontiainen is controlling the position.
Kontiainen throws a big right hand that misses.
Kontiainen landing with the ground and pound.
Kontiainen throws a big elbow that misses.
Kontiainen in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #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.
Kontiainen missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kontiainen throws an elbow that misses. McCain uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kontiainen's guard. Nice move by McCain !#REVR#
Kontiainen wants to sweep here but McCain controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kontiainen has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but McCain has passed into side control.
Kontiainen is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SU#
McCain decides to stand up, so the ref orders Kontiainen to his feet.
Lucas McCain is winning the standup battle so far.#T3#
Kontiainen on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice jab there from McCain .
McCain dips to his left and cracks Kontiainen with an uppercut!
Kontiainen misses the jab.
McCain throws a head kick that misses.
McCain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kontiainen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
McCain clinches up with Kontiainen and pushes him back against the cage.
McCain lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McCain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T4#
McCain lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kontiainen backwards.
McCain misses with some punches.
McCain is stalling here.
Kontiainen working aggressively here.
McCain misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain lands with a light punch inside.
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Kontiainen controls the action.
McCain lands a right hand.
McCain prevents Kontiainen from breaking the clinch.
Kontiainen lands a right hand that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
Kontiainen misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kontiainen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McCain tries a body shot but Kontiainen blocks it.
Kontiainen lands an uppercut.
Kontiainen blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from McCain .

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DMMA 145 Niculescu vs Kersikov
Date: Oct 02, 2022

#R1#
McCain throws a head kick that misses.
Ilmarinen tries to counter with a takedown but McCain is quick to defend against it.
Ilmarinen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ilmarinen feinted with a counter takedown.#KD2#
McCain drops Ilmarinen with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Ilmarinen looks back up at him and smiles so McCain waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
McCain throws a hook but Ilmarinen blocks it.
Ilmarinen blocks a low kick nicely.
McCain misses with a looping right.
Ilmarinen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCain misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ilmarinen moves away.
Ilmarinen attempts a counter takedown but McCain avoids it well and moves away.
McCain 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.
McCain throws a looping overhand right but Ilmarinen ducks down to avoid it.
Ilmarinen changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
McCain cracks Ilmarinen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#ROC2#Ilmarinen is rocked!
Ilmarinen avoids a punch combination nicely.
Ilmarinen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
Ilmarinen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McCain pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ilmarinen appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McCain 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.
McCain 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.
Ilmarinen half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
McCain lands with a thumping leg kick.
Ilmarinen staying out of range there.
Ilmarinen attempts a counter takedown but McCain avoids it well and moves away.
McCain misses with a hook.
Ilmarinen drops down looking for a counter takedown but McCain sprawls and moves away.
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
McCain pounces like a tiger and cracks Ilmarinen with a vicious hook! Ilmarinen is down but not out! McCain follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Lucas McCain !
Our winner, Lucas McCain , 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 135 Thermometer v Outback
Date: Aug 28, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Zimmerman scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Zimmerman is looking for a kimura but McCain is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zimmerman to get the leverage. #ES#
McCain pushes Zimmerman off and gets back to his feet.
McCain misses with a low kick.
Zimmerman checks the leg kick nicely there.
Zimmerman slips under a jab.
Zimmerman feints the counter takedown.
McCain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Zimmerman.
McCain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#CUT#It looks like Moritz Zimmerman has been cut.
McCain jabs Zimmerman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
McCain has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rivers Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Zimmerman.
Nice jab there from McCain . #KD#
McCain cracks Zimmerman with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Zimmerman looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can McCain finish him? #ROC#Zimmerman is rocked!#T1#
Zimmerman is aggressively charging in as McCain backs up avoiding any damage. McCain tosses out a jab and Zimmerman runs right into it face first! Zimmerman is out cold! McCain dropped down on all fours and is barking in Zimmerman's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas McCain !
After winning the bout, Lucas McCain thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 128 Contreiras Vs Bol
Date: Aug 06, 2022

#R1##CL#
McCain gets tackled into the cage by Four. Four maintains the clinch.
McCain lands a nice shot to the body.
I was talking to Four's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McCain creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Four takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Four blocks a body shot from McCain .
Four tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
McCain working aggressively here.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Four controls his hands.
McCain misses with the head strike.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Four.
Four prevents a body shot from McCain .
McCain tries a body shot but Four blocks it.
McCain stalls.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Four breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Four tries to clinch but McCain moves out of range.
Four wants to clinch.#T1#
McCain keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
McCain throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#It looks like Panda Four has been cut.
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Four appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL#
Four moves into the clinch.
McCain slows down the pace here.
Four taking a breather.
A body shot lands from McCain .
Four trying to stall but McCain improves his position. #BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2##CL#
Four closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
McCain taking a breather.
Four jumps guard but McCain turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Panda Four. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Four jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as McCain walks away with a smile on his face. Four gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #TD#
Four shoots in and gets a takedown into McCain 's guard.

McCain manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A body shot lands from McCain .
Four avoiding damage.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Four blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Four prevents a body shot from McCain .
Four keeps the fight in the clinch, despite McCain 's efforts to push away.
McCain working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#T3#
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCain is stalling here.
Four is trying to maintain a safe position but McCain gets an underhook and turns Four into the cage.
Four tries to pull guard but McCain forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
McCain is struggling to control the position.#TD#
Four gets control of McCain 's arms and successfully pulls guard. Four will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Four throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Four is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Four is looking for a triangle but McCain pushes his legs off easily.
Four might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Four escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. McCain gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4##SUB#
Four had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McCain defends it easily.
McCain really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Four. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SU2#
McCain decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Four avoids the body shot from McCain .
McCain swats away the attempt to clinch by Four.#CL#
Four gets a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Panda Four's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Four half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Panda Four seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain connects with a body shot that sends Four's belly button to the back.
McCain wants to land a leg kick but Four is out of range.
McCain throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Four blocks a leg kick.
Four half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Four tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Four avoids the head kick by McCain .
Four tries to clinch up.
McCain swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Four shoots in looking for a takedown. McCain tries to sprawl out of it but Four keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. McCain manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Four scores with a takedown into McCain 's guard.#T1##SUB#
Four drops back, looking for a kneebar! McCain looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. McCain looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from McCain ! #REVB#
Four is looking for a sweep.
Four manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Four looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
McCain decides to stand and escape the position.
McCain jabs at Four's body.#T2#
Four dives in and grabs McCain 's left leg, looking for a takedown. McCain pushes down on Four's head and hops out.
McCain lands with an overhand left.
Four takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McCain lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Four head around and knocks him out cold! McCain hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas McCain !
Lucas McCain seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: DMMA 120 Kofel vs Risin
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
McCain fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
McCain 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bol under the eye.#CL2#
McCain gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Bol breaks the clinch.
McCain throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Bol counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McCain thumps Bol with a low kick.
McCain tries to clinch
and Bol counters with a straight right hand.
McCain throws a wild body kick that Bol sees coming a mile off.
An inside leg kick from McCain misses.
McCain throws a sloppy body shot #KD#
and Bol counters with a crisp right hand that drops McCain ! Bol lets McCain back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#McCain is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCain misses with a hook
and Bol counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
McCain is still on wobbly legs! Can Bol finish him?
We've been informed that McCain 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.
Bol is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Bol shuts the power down on McCain . Lights out, game over! Bol is your winner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Yar Bol!

Event: DMMA Overkill: Polus v Johnson
Date: Jun 01, 2022

#R1#
McCain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McCain fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kisei has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
A jab from Kisei misses.
McCain wants to clinch up but Kisei keeps it at a distance.
Kisei misses with a wild body shot.
Kisei cracks McCain with an open hand slap.
Kisei misses with a looping left.
Kisei swinging wildly here.
McCain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kisei digs a good body shot into McCain 's ribs.
Kisei lands a jab to the nose.
McCain throws the left hand but Kisei avoids the punch easily.
Kisei is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McCain .
Kisei missing with a left hand there. McCain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kisei scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCain tries to work over Kisei's front leg with a kick but Kisei checks it.
McCain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Kisei moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kisei manages to avoid it.
Kisei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
Kisei misses with a body shot.
McCain gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've been informed that McCain 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.#T1#
Kisei keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kisei fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
Kisei keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain moves out of range of the strikes.
Kisei keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kisei is looking to counter the offense by McCain and move into the clinch.
Kisei seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
McCain takes one to the chin there.
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCain tries to land a leg kick but Kisei saw it coming and moves away.
McCain shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Kisei tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCain was well out of range. Poor timing from Kisei.
McCain throws a body punch but Kisei moves out of range.
Kisei scores with a nice head shot.
McCain slips under a jab.
McCain misses with a hook. Kisei ducked under it nicely.
McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCain tries to move into range but Kisei moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
McCain is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kisei rather than just go for the knockout.
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!
McCain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kisei.
Kisei missing with a left hand there. McCain was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
McCain throws out a counter right but Kisei avoids it with no problem.
A big left from Kisei misses.
McCain is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Kisei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kiso Kisei seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kisei listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCain drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kisei. McCain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kisei avoids the body shot from McCain .
Kisei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
Kisei tries to clinch there but McCain circles away.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kisei.
Kisei looks to score with a jab to the body but McCain is just out of range.
Kisei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCain moves forwards but Kisei connects with a nice, crisp jab.
McCain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Kisei checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McCain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kisei throws out the jab.
McCain ducks under a wild hook from Kisei.
McCain feints a counter leg kick.
McCain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kisei throws a body shot but no joy.
Kisei looks to throw the jab but McCain is out of range.
McCain only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Kisei throws a hook to the side of McCain 's head but McCain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kisei misses with an uppercut.
McCain swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T3#
McCain misses with a low kick.
Kisei connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
McCain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kisei listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kisei manages to avoid it.
Kisei seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kisei throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kisei misses with a wild body shot.
McCain scores with a sloppy right hand. Kisei should have avoided that one.
McCain throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kisei throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
Kisei scores with a jab to the body.
McCain is looking to clinch.
McCain turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Kisei misses the shot to the body.
Kisei is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kisei.
McCain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kisei checks it well.
As McCain tries to get set, Kisei tries to push him back and clinch up but McCain manages to avoid the attempt.
McCain ducks under a wild hook from Kisei.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kisei.
McCain was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A jab from Kisei does it's job there.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A nice leg kick lands there from McCain .
Kisei misses with a looping left.
McCain wants to land a leg kick but Kisei is out of range.
A jab from Kisei misses.
Kisei takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kisei misses the shot to the body.
McCain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kisei manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
McCain throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kisei throws a right and a left that McCain avoids nicely.
Kisei tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCain paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kisei throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McCain on the side of the head.
Kisei swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling McCain to counter with a crisp jab.
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kisei misses with a body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kisei paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
McCain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kisei throws out the jab.
Nice uppercut there from Kisei.
Kisei throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and McCain counters by moving into the clinch.
McCain misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kiso Kisei dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
A swing and a miss from Kisei.
Kisei throws a leg kick that misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McCain walks into a straight right hand from Kisei.
Kisei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain .
A looping hook to the body misses from Kisei. McCain does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kisei.
As McCain tries to get set, Kisei tries to push him back and clinch up but McCain manages to avoid the attempt.
Kiso Kisei is winning the standup battle so far.
Kisei misses with a straight right.
A cross from Kisei lands.
McCain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kisei steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCain .
Kisei on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCain . McCain obviously looking to wear him down.
Kisei lands a lovely overhand right.
Kisei takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
McCain lands with a kick to the ribs.
Kisei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kisei is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that McCain can do to turn this around?
McCain lands a right hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kisei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain .
McCain staying out of range there.
McCain throws a leg kick which misses Kisei's front leg but catches the back leg as Kisei tries to avoid it.
Kisei uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCain .
McCain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kisei.#T1#
Kisei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain .
Kisei checks the leg kick.
McCain has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
McCain throws a head kick but Kisei moves out of range.
Kisei uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCain .
Kisei misses with a body shot.
McCain 's corner calls for a 1-2. McCain obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
McCain is looking to slow Kisei down with leg kicks.
Kisei scores with a shot to the body.
McCain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd cheers as McCain lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kisei doesn't seem phased though.
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Kisei bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kisei looks to throw the jab but McCain is out of range.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
A slow jab from Kisei misses its intended target.
McCain looks to land a left hand but Kisei moved out of range nicely.
McCain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
McCain takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kisei swings widly with a right hand
and McCain counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Jab from Kisei.
Kisei throws a hook but McCain avoids it easily.
McCain throws a right hand that Kisei ducks under and follows up with a left that Kisei also avoids with ease.
Kisei scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Kisei connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between McCain 's hands.
Kisei scores with a leg kick.
Kisei thuds a left hand into McCain 's body.
Kisei lands with an overhand left.
McCain scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheers as McCain lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kisei doesn't seem phased though.
Kisei tests McCain 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Kisei throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kisei throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck McCain on the side of the head.
McCain slips a jab from Kisei.
Kisei throws a looping overhand right but McCain ducks down to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
Kisei blocks a jab.
Kisei ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
McCain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T3#
Kisei connects with the punch.#CL2#
McCain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kisei jumps guard but McCain stands there with Kisei around his waist. Kisei gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD#
Kisei decides to pull guard. #SU2#
McCain decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Kisei moves out of range of the leg kick from McCain .
McCain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kisei.
Kisei swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kisei stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McCain lands a nice looking kick to the body. Kisei takes a step back to recover.
McCain throws a good cross that connects.
McCain moves out of range of the strikes.
McCain misses with a body shot.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kisei manages to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T4#
Kisei smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Nice defenses there by McCain .
McCain is looking to slow Kisei down with leg kicks.
Kisei scores with a punch to the head.
McCain misses with a body punch #CL#
and Kisei counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Kisei fails to pull the fight into his guard.
McCain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Good body shot from Kisei.
McCain softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
McCain is leaning against Kisei and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kisei tries to pull guard but McCain holds him up against the cage and eventually Kisei drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kiso Kisei. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCain scores with a shot to the side of Kisei's head.
Kisei is trying to pull guard but McCain turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCain tries a body shot but Kisei blocks it.
Kisei is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
McCain lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kisei backwards.
Kisei is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McCain to keep the fight standing.
McCain 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 second round but Lucas McCain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
Kisei throws a body shot but no joy.
Kisei tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and McCain counters with a stiff right hand.
McCain looks to land a combination but Kisei avoids it well.
McCain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kisei.
McCain takes one on the chin but seems OK.
McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kisei on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kisei takes one on the button.
Kisei bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps McCain 's head backwards.
Kisei throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kisei avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
McCain throws a chopping leg kick but Kisei manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kisei scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCain . Kisei does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kisei ducks under a wild hook from McCain .
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!
Kisei keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kisei lands a slapping body shot. #T1#
McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kisei wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Kisei misses the shot to the body.
Kisei throws an uppercut from half a mile away. McCain sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A jab from McCain misses.
Kisei lands with an overhand left.
Kisei throws a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by McCain .
A nice inside leg kick there by McCain . That's going to slow Kisei down.
Kisei is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McCain .
McCain takes a swing at Kisei's ribcage but misses.
Kisei on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Kisei takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Kisei misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain .
Kisei lands 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!
Kisei swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kisei manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Kisei feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McCain s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McCain swings for the body but Kisei moves out of range.
Kisei misses with a shot to the body
and Kisei takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCain throws a nice inside leg kick.
Kisei throws a jab but it's blocked by McCain .
A looping hook to the body misses from McCain . Kisei does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kisei.
McCain looking to land some kicks to the body here.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kisei crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from McCain - the referee stops the clock and Kisei gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says McCain . Kisei manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
McCain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McCain throws a hook but Kisei avoids it easily.
McCain misses with a hook. Kisei ducked under it nicely.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kisei.
McCain lets loose with a powerful body kick. Kisei will feel that in the morning.
McCain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
McCain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain digs a good body shot into Kisei's ribs.
Kisei lands a nice hook to McCain 's body. McCain takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T3#
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
Kisei is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from McCain .
McCain misses with a body shot.
Kisei misses with an uppercut. McCain saw that one coming.
McCain ducks under a wild hook from Kisei.
Kisei throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain is looking to chop away at Kisei's legs.
Kisei swings away with a body shot that misses
and McCain counters with a nice body shot.
Kisei staying out of range there.
McCain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kisei throws a hook to the side of McCain 's head but McCain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCain throws a series of strikes that have Kisei backpedaling.
McCain wants to slow Kisei down by chopping away at his legs.
Kisei with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kisei moves out of range of the strikes.
Kisei seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kisei avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kisei fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
Kisei takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCain moves out of range as Kisei strikes.#T4#
McCain misses with a body shot.
McCain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kisei throws out the jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A lazy left from McCain finds it's target.
McCain throws a leg kick but Kisei moved away.
McCain uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kisei.
Kisei scores with a decent looking hook.
Kisei misses with a looping right.
Kisei ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kisei. McCain does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCain throws a leg kick but Kisei checks it.
Kisei throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
McCain walks into a left hand.
McCain misses with a leg kick.
Kisei moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kisei throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kisei misses with a looping left.
McCain walks into a left hand.
McCain moves out of range as Kisei strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lucas McCain .
I think McCain 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:29
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:29

The fight is ruled a majority draw!

Event: DMMA 101: Johnson vs Outback 2
Date: Apr 24, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov I I staying out of range there.
Kersikov I I takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
A nice leg kick from McCain , right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov I I misses with a hook to the body
and McCain counters with a nice uppercut.
McCain tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
McCain slips a straight right by Kersikov I I.
McCain swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McCain scores with a nice strike.
McCain looks to land a left hand but Kersikov I I moved out of range nicely.
McCain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCain throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
McCain moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
McCain throws a front kick aimed at Kersikov I I's knee but Kersikov I I avoids it well.
Kersikov I I swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kersikov I I loads up on a big right hand but McCain slips the punch.
Kersikov I I displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCain throws out the jab.
Kersikov I I lands with a hook. McCain tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCain misses with a looping left.
Nice shot by McCain .
McCain 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.
Kersikov I I ducks right into an uppercut from McCain . #T1#
Kersikov I I getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kersikov I I avoids the head kick by McCain .
It seemed like Kersikov I I was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
McCain slips under a jab from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I slips a straight right by McCain .
Kersikov I I throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
McCain slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCain swings for the body but Kersikov I I moves out of range.
McCain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kersikov I I uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCain .
Sloppy strikes from Kersikov I I. Those never looked like landing.
Kersikov I I swings widly with a right hand
and McCain counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Kersikov I I misses with a right hand
and McCain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCain lands the left hand.
McCain thumps Kersikov I I with a low kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov I I misses the target.
Some bone on bone action there as Kersikov I I checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Kersikov I I now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
A low kick from McCain misses
and Kersikov I I counters with a nice low kick that buckles McCain 's knee momentarily.
A punch combination from Kersikov I I misses.
McCain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
McCain thuds his right hand into Kersikov I I's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
McCain is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Kersikov I I ducks under a wild hook from McCain .
McCain moves forwards but Kersikov I I connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kersikov I I scores with a decent looking hook.
McCain misses with a looping right.
McCain swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kersikov I I can pounce on him.
McCain throws a jab but it's blocked by Kersikov I I.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I with a hook.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCain 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 Kersikov I I has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Kersikov I I and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Kersikov I I keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain moves out of range as Kersikov I I throws a body kick.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
McCain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov I I moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCain moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed right hand from McCain misses the target.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as McCain checks a leg kick.
McCain throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kersikov I I avoids it.
McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCain lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Kersikov I I backs up against the cage.
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov I I throws a solid leg kick but McCain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kersikov I I.
McCain is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McCain throws a body kick that misses
and Kersikov I I counters with a series of strikes. McCain will be more careful next time no doubt.
McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Donk. McCain catches Kersikov I I right on the button with a cross.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain checks a leg kick nicely.
McCain fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Kersikov I I checks it well.
Kersikov I I avoids a kick to the body.
Kersikov I I throws a body punch but McCain moves out of range. #T4#
Kersikov I I takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McCain wants to slow Kersikov I I down by chopping away at his legs.
McCain scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov I I takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McCain takes one to the chin there.
Kersikov I I lands with a good body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I throws a solid leg kick but McCain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kersikov I I.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I misses the jab.
A little feinted left hand from McCain on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Some wild striking there from Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kersikov I I chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCain can pounce on him.
Kersikov I I is looking to slow McCain down with leg kicks.
Kersikov I I bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kersikov I I loads up on a big right hand but McCain slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Lucas McCain will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kersikov I I swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCain lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCain misses with a hook.
Kersikov I I throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kersikov I I misses with a leg kick.
Kersikov I I swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McCain .
A slapping body kick lands there for McCain .
Kersikov I I avoids the head kick by McCain .
Kersikov I I looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
McCain connects with a body shot that sends Kersikov I I's belly button to the back.
McCain throws the left hand but Kersikov I I avoids the punch easily.
Kersikov I I thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on McCain if he has to take too many more of those.
McCain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kersikov I I stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McCain throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov I I sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov I I takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kersikov I I slips under a jab.
A little jabbing left from Kersikov I I on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCain is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T1#
McCain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Kersikov I I ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
Lucas McCain is winning the standup battle so far.
McCain moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McCain connects with a jab.
Kersikov I I misses with a hook.
McCain slips under a jab.
McCain on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Kersikov I I moves out of range of the strikes.
Kersikov I I misses the jab.
McCain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCain lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain lands a jab to the head.
Kersikov I I throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kersikov I I throws a hook to the side of McCain 's head but McCain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov I I just misses with a punch to the body.
McCain misses with a straight right.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCain misses with a head kick. #T2#
McCain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
Kersikov I I scores with a hook.
McCain lands a slapping body shot.
McCain misses with a body shot
and Kersikov I I counters with an inside leg kick.
McCain moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McCain misses with a two punch combination.
McCain slips under a jab.
McCain getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCain with a nice calf kick.
Kersikov I I fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
McCain throws an overhand right that lands on Kersikov I I's shoulder, as Kersikov I I tries to avoid the shot.
Good shot there by Kersikov I I.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov I I moves away.
Kersikov I I stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCain .
Kersikov I I checks a leg kick.#T3#
Kersikov I I buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kersikov I I avoids the head kick by McCain .
Kersikov I I now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Kersikov I I with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCain misses with a head kick.
McCain throws a shot from downtown. Kersikov I I moves away and avoids it.
Kersikov I I is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McCain with a body shot.
Kersikov I I misses with a straight right.
McCain misses with a body kick.
McCain 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.
Kersikov I I throws a front kick aimed at McCain 's knee but McCain avoids it well.
Kersikov I I ducks under a wild hook from McCain .
Jab by Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I swinging wildly here.
Kersikov I I moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Jab, jab by McCain - just one landing.
Kersikov I I smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCain moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCain misses with a low kick.
McCain throws a low kick but Kersikov I I avoids it.
McCain fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
McCain cracks a nice hook into Kersikov I I's ribs.
Jab, jab by Kersikov I I - just one landing.
McCain connects with an inside leg kick.
McCain scores with a hook to the body. Kersikov I I takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McCain swings away with a leg kick that misses.
McCain takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kersikov I I stuns McCain with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
McCain avoids the body shot from Kersikov I I.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A bone on bone clash there as McCain blocks the leg kick.
McCain cracks Kersikov I I with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A low kick from Kersikov I I misses
and McCain counters with a nice kick to the body.
Kersikov I I misses with a looping left.
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 Lucas McCain will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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#
Kersikov I I connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McCain throws a lazy body kick
and Kersikov I I counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kersikov I I throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain moves out of range as Kersikov I I strikes.
Nice straight punches there by Kersikov I I. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kersikov I I.#ROC2#McCain is rocked!
McCain throws a half hearted mid kick.
McCain swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kersikov I I counters with a stiff right hand.
Oh McCain is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
McCain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kersikov I I throws out a leg kick but McCain moves out of range and Kersikov I I only half commits.
McCain moves into range and connects with a jab.
McCain seems to have got his legs back now.
Kersikov I I chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCain can pounce on him.
McCain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
McCain throws the left hand but Kersikov I I avoids the punch easily.
Nice uppercut there from Kersikov I I.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kersikov I I loads up on a big right hand but McCain slips the punch.
McCain fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kersikov I I just manages to avoid it.
Kersikov I I throws a leg kick
and McCain counters with a good low kick that Kersikov I I was not able to check.
Kersikov I I misses with a two punch combination.
McCain takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Vitali Kersikov I I has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T1#
Kersikov I I lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain connects with a right hand. Kersikov I I shakes it off.
McCain looks to land a left hand but Kersikov I I moved out of range nicely.
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov I I was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
Kersikov I I was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kersikov I I connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
McCain slips under a jab from Kersikov I I.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kersikov I I.
Kersikov I I's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Kersikov I I throws the left hand but McCain avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from McCain on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice defenses there by McCain .
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCain misses with a body shot
and Kersikov I I counters with an outside leg kick.
Kersikov I I will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Kersikov I I avoids a kick to the body.
McCain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The fighters circling - Kersikov I I throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCain slips a straight right by Kersikov I I.#T2#
Kersikov I I scores with a crisp jab that stopped McCain in his tracks.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Are you kidding me?! Kersikov I I ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent McCain clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vitali Kersikov I I!
An out of breath Vitali Kersikov I I thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 94: Magrath vs Polus 3
Date: Mar 27, 2022

#R1#
Murphy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Murphy looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Murphy fails with a takedown attempt.
A punch combination from Murphy misses.
McCain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Murphy.
McCain doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Murphy misses with a takedown attempt
and McCain counters with a slapping leg kick.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manus Murphy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Murphy on the wrong end of a nice hook.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from McCain enables Murphy to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. McCain manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Murphy pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McCain is keeping the position for now.
McCain is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Murphy is controlling him.
Murphy wants to pass the guard but McCain is keeping the position.#T1#
McCain is looking to stand up but Murphy isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Murphy takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#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.
A big right from McCain misses.
Murphy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
McCain throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
McCain lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A jab lands there for McCain .
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Murphy manages to avoid it.
McCain throws a series of punches but Murphy moves out of range.
McCain slaps away a takedown attempt from Murphy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
McCain fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Murphy drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Murphy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? McCain is fending him off so far but Murphy persists. Nope, McCain circles away and we're back to standing.
Murphy misses with a hook.
Murphy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around McCain 's waist but McCain gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Murphy off to one side.
McCain was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
A lazy left from McCain finds it's target.#T3#
McCain throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Murphy fails with the takedown.
McCain looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Good exchange - McCain coming out on top.
Murphy blocks a jab.
Murphy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCain but McCain pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McCain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Murphy throws out the jab.
Murphy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McCain avoids it really well and circles away.
No luck for Murphy with that takedown attempt. #T4#
Murphy takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
McCain throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
McCain catches Murphy with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Murphy looks for a takedown but McCain sprawls well.
Manus Murphy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Murphy throws a head kick but McCain moves out of range.
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCain slaps away a takedown attempt from Murphy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain leaves Murphy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
McCain misses with a head kick.
Murphy throws a nice looking combination but McCain bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Murphy avoids the body shot from McCain .
McCain misses with a wild combination.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Murphy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as McCain sprawls well. McCain wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Murphy gets slowly back to his feet.
Some wild striking there from Murphy.
McCain only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Murphy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Good shot there by McCain .
Murphy shoots in for a takedown but McCain shows good takedown defense.
Murphy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain jabs at Murphy's body.
Good standup being displayed there by McCain as he connects with a hook.
McCain throws a body kick that misses.
Murphy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCain .
Murphy fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Manus Murphy. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
McCain throws a jab when Murphy was well out of range.
Murphy misses with the combination.
Murphy shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCain but McCain pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Murphy misses with a two punch combination.
Murphy throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lucas McCain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCain lands with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A slapping leg kick lands for McCain .
Murphy with a poor takedown
and McCain counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
McCain scoring well with a low kick there.
Murphy shoots in and drives through. McCain sprawls well.
McCain lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Murphy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCain .#T2#
Good standup being displayed there by McCain as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Murphy on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by McCain . McCain obviously looking to wear him down.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCain .
Manus Murphy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Murphy tries for a takedown but McCain circles away easily
and McCain counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC2#Murphy is rocked!
Murphy tries to score a power double leg takedown but McCain sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Murphy somewhat.
Oh Murphy is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Are you kidding me?! McCain ducked down and unloaded an uppercut from hell that sent Murphy clean off his feet! Someone make me a GIF - that's knockout of the night for sure!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Lucas McCain !
A victorious Lucas McCain thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Manus Murphy had this to say: 'WTF??? How did that happen?'.

Event: DMMA 86: Hasselhoff vs Account
Date: Feb 27, 2022

#R1#
Ignatov looks to land a right hand but McCain moved out of range.
That kick from McCain tenderised Ignatov's leg. Ignatov is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ignatov goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Ignatov takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ignatov moves away.
McCain slips under a jab from Ignatov.
McCain connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ignatov's hands.
McCain swings for the body but Ignatov moves out of range.
McCain moves out of range as Ignatov throws a body kick.
Ignatov misses with a head kick.
Ignatov tries to land a leg kick but McCain saw it coming and moves away.
Ignatov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by McCain .
McCain will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ignatov misses with a straight right. #T1#
Ignatov shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain lands a jab to Ignatov's midsection.
Ignatov falls off balance throwing a combination
and McCain counters with a stiff right hand.
McCain throws a head kick that misses.
McCain misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL2#
McCain closes the distance and clinches.
McCain lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ignatov backwards.
McCain has a couple of punches blocked by Ignatov.
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Ignatov breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
McCain throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ignatov defending well as McCain loads up on a big left hand.
Ignatov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCain tries a head kick but it misses.
Ignatov is looking to counter punch.
Ignatov moves out of range of the body kick from McCain . #T2#
Jab from McCain .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A jab from McCain does it's job there.
Ignatov misses with an uppercut.
McCain throws a fast counter high kick but Ignatov manages to duck under it in time.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
We've been informed that McCain 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.
Ignatov needs to keep his hands up - McCain had a free shot at his head there.
McCain scores with a nice right hand.
McCain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ignatov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ignatov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCain was well out of range. Poor timing from Ignatov.
McCain throws the kick towards the body but Ignatov avoids it.
McCain tries to clinch up but Ignatov circles away and keeps his distance.
A thudding body kick lands there by McCain !
McCain connects with the punch.
McCain misses with a body kick.
McCain misses with a jab to the body
and Ignatov counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
McCain doesn't manage to clinch there - Ignatov circles away.
It looked like Ignatov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ignatov scores with a push kick.
McCain throws a leg kick
and Ignatov counters with a leg kick.
McCain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
McCain misses with a left hand
and Ignatov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slow jab from Ignatov misses its intended target.
McCain slips under a jab from Ignatov.
Ignatov avoids the body shot from McCain .
Ignatov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as McCain throws out the jab.
McCain throws a low kick but Ignatov avoids it.
Ignatov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCain .
McCain looks to throw the jab but Ignatov is out of range.
Ignatov was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ignatov misses with a kick to the body. #T4#
McCain throws a low kick, looking for Ignatov's leg but Ignatov calmly moves out of range.
McCain lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ignatov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
McCain is looking to slow Ignatov down with leg kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain lands a jab to Ignatov's midsection.
McCain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ignatov thuds his right hand into McCain 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A low kick lands for McCain .
McCain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ignatov scoring well with a low kick there.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
McCain blocks a head kick by Ignatov.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ignatov was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
McCain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Ignatov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Ignatov walks into a stiff left hand from McCain .
McCain blocks a jab.
McCain avoids a punch combination nicely.
McCain with a jab.
Ignatov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCain .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain slips under a jab.
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ignatov moves away.
As McCain looks to move away, Ignatov throws a big counter combo but McCain just gets out of the way.
McCain scores with a hook.
Ignatov with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling McCain to score with a decent uppercut.#T1#
Ignatov tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCain looks to land a combination but Ignatov avoids it well.
It looked like Ignatov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
McCain misses the shot to the body.
Ignatov takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
McCain lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A head kick misses from McCain .
McCain scores with a leg kick.
McCain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ignatov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCain .
An inside leg kick lands from Ignatov.
McCain throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
It looked like Ignatov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lucas McCain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCain blocks a head kick by Ignatov.
Ignatov misses with a hook
and McCain counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain throws a head kick that misses
and Ignatov counters with a straight right hand.
McCain throws a lazy right hand but Ignatov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
It looked like Ignatov wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ignatov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCain .
Ignatov keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McCain misses with a body kick.
Ignatov throws a low kick but McCain avoids it.
Ignatov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ignatov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Ignatov throws a solid leg kick but McCain takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ignatov.
McCain throws a lazy uppercut
and Ignatov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCain moves away from the strike by Ignatov.
Ignatov walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McCain checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McCain throws a jab when Ignatov was well out of range.#T3#
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
McCain connects with a solid leg kick.
The fighters circling - Ignatov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCain wants to counter with a clinch but Ignatov pushes him away.
McCain dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ignatov. That did some damage!
Ignatov tries a head kick but it misses.
Ignatov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McCain .
McCain scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
A low kick lands for Ignatov.
McCain is looking to land body kicks.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCain .
A nice leg kick lands there from McCain .
McCain misses with a low kick.
Ignatov scores with a jab to the jaw.#T4#
Ignatov misses with a leg kick.
Ignatov lands with a straight right. McCain didn't see that one coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ignatov throws a lazy right hand but McCain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#KD#
Ignatov lands a big head kick that sends McCain tumbling to the mat! Ignatov takes a step backwards and waves McCain back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#McCain is rocked!
McCain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McCain is still on wobbly legs! Can Ignatov finish him?
A jab from Ignatov misses.
Ignatov lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ignatov checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Ignatov misses the target.
Ignatov throws the kick towards the body but McCain avoids it.
McCain seems to have recovered his senses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts McCain , as that shot connected.
McCain lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #KD#
Ignatov feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends McCain sprawling to the canvas! McCain rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Ignatov finish him?!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ignatov swats away the attempt to clinch by McCain .
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 Yevgeny Ignatov will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
McCain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ignatov stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
McCain scores with a hook to the body. Ignatov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ignatov jabs McCain right on the nose. McCain blinks but takes it well.
Ignatov tries to move into range but McCain moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ignatov looks to land a body kick but McCain moved away.
McCain was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ignatov checks a leg kick.
Ignatov throws a sloppy head kick and McCain moves out of range easily.
Ignatov has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ignatov there as he acknowledges the shot.
McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain cracks Ignatov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Ignatov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
McCain fakes the leg kick and cracks Ignatov in the body.
Ignatov takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain thuds his right hand into Ignatov's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T1#
McCain throws a half hearted mid kick.
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ignatov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Both fighters circling a little - Ignatov finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McCain walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ignatov checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A low kick lands for McCain .
Ignatov looks to score with a jab to the body but McCain is just out of range.
McCain misses with a jab to the body
and Ignatov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCain ducks under a wild hook from Ignatov.
McCain scores with a kick to the midsection.
Ignatov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
McCain throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
McCain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
McCain connects with a body shot that sends Ignatov's belly button to the back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ignatov moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
McCain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McCain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#KD#
Ignatov cracks McCain with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! McCain looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Ignatov finish him?
An inside leg kick from Ignatov misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCain ! But no joy.
Ignatov throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
Good work by Ignatov as he checks the leg kick.
McCain misses with a body shot.
Ignatov cracks McCain with a hook to the temple - McCain is on wobbly legs here! Ignatov swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! McCain falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Ignatov wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Yevgeny Ignatov!
A relieved looking Yevgeny Ignatov 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 79: Tucker vs Hasselhoff
Date: Jan 30, 2022

#R1#
White keeps McCain at a distance using the push kick.
A combination from White does no damage.
White throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
White gets tackled into the cage by McCain . McCain maintains the clinch.
McCain 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.
McCain misses with some punches.
McCain tries to work over White's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain tries to work over White's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain content to slow the pace in the clinch.
White has had enough of the clinch but McCain keeps him there for the moment.
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCain lands a hook to the side of the head.
McCain gets through White's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
McCain prevents a body shot from White.
McCain has White pressed against the cage, preventing White from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
White misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
White escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
McCain tries a head kick but it misses.
White swings widly with a right hand
and McCain counters with a stiff right hand.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain wants to slow White down by chopping away at his legs. #T1#
McCain goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
McCain throws a right hand that White ducks under and follows up with a left that White also avoids with ease.
White tries to land a front kick but McCain steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
McCain closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
McCain moves out of range as White strikes.
McCain throws a front kick that sends White stumbling back into the cage.
White takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
White takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
McCain tries to clinch up but White circles away and keeps his distance.
McCain thumps White with a low kick.
McCain looks to land a right hand but White moved out of range.
McCain scores with a leg kick.
McCain slips under a jab.
White throws a shot from downtown. McCain moves away and avoids it.#T2#
McCain lands with an uppercut that bounces White off the cage and back into range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCain slips a jab from White.
McCain scores with a punch to the head.
White steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from McCain . That one must have hurt.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
White scores with a punch to the head.#CL#
McCain pushes White up against the cage in a clinch.
White is trying to force a seperation but McCain has the dominant position.
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A left hand lands to the body for White.
White tries a body shot but McCain blocks it.
White makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McCain has White pressed against the cage, preventing White from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as White controls his hands.
McCain misses with a punch to the body.
McCain misses with a body punch. #T3#
McCain working aggressively here.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as White controls his hands.
White scores with a shoulder strike.
White works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
White lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of McCain backwards.
White tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain blocks a body shot from White. #BC#
McCain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCain moves into range and connects with a jab.
McCain connects with a single shot there.
A lazy left from McCain finds it's target.
A big right from White misses.
McCain lands a body shot.
McCain lands a nice looking kick to the body. White takes a step back to recover.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
McCain lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T4#
McCain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
McCain slips a straight right by White.
McCain connects with a solid leg kick.
White takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
McCain scoring well with a low kick there.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
White misses with a lunging right hand
and McCain counters with a slapping leg kick.
McCain scores with a hook.
McCain scores with a head kick. White tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
McCain wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A combination from White does no damage.
White throws a body punch but McCain moves out of range. #CL#
McCain clinches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A punch combination from McCain misses.
McCain blocks a jab.
McCain misses with a straight right.
McCain steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from White. That one must have hurt.
McCain throws a series of strikes that have White backpedaling.
Lucas McCain is winning the standup battle so far.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
McCain throws an overhand right from the outside, which connects and sends White stumbling backwards into the cage! White bounces back off the cage towards McCain , who cracks him with a two punch combination that drops him to his knees! McCain lands two more shots before the referee has chance to intervene - what a finish! McCain celebrates with his corner as the crowd cheer loudly.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Lucas McCain !
Our winner, Lucas McCain , 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 71: Kofel vs Alderidge
Date: Jan 02, 2022

#R1#
A nice leg kick from Hasselhoff, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain throws a right hand that misses
and Hasselhoff counters with a stiff right hand.
Hasselhoff misses with a low kick.
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hasselhoff takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
McCain gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hasselhoff.
McCain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hasselhoff.
McCain connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Hasselhoff misses with a hook. McCain ducked under it nicely.
McCain looking to land some kicks to the body here.
McCain throws a leg kick but Hasselhoff moved away.
McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
McCain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Hasselhoff looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hasselhoff lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hasselhoff throws a hook to the side of McCain 's head but McCain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
McCain throws a head kick that misses.
Hasselhoff misses with a hook. McCain ducked under it nicely.
Good leg kick by Hasselhoff. #CL#
McCain clinches up with Hasselhoff and pushes him back against the cage.
McCain lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hasselhoff backwards. #T1#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McCain creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Hasselhoff misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hasselhoff tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hasselhoff tries a knee to the head but McCain blocks it.
McCain misses with a punch to the body.
McCain scores with a hook to the body.
McCain swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hasselhoff misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Hasselhoff breaks from the clinch.
A thudding body kick lands there by Hasselhoff!
Hasselhoff misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McCain counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hasselhoff fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hasselhoff throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McCain 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.
McCain getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
A slow jab from McCain misses its intended target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hasselhoff misses with a looping right.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! McCain crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Hasselhoff - the referee stops the clock and McCain gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Hasselhoff. McCain manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
McCain 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.
McCain takes a jab right on the kisser.
Some bone on bone action there as McCain checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
McCain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Hasselhoff jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL#
Hasselhoff gets tackled into the cage by McCain . McCain maintains the clinch.
Hasselhoff working aggressively here.
A bit of stalling here from McCain .
A nice right hand lands inside from Hasselhoff.
Hasselhoff misses with a knee strike.
Hasselhoff tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCain dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for McCain .
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hasselhoff.
Hasselhoff struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
Hasselhoff fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Hasselhoff is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McCain is defending well for now.
McCain can't find room to land a body shot as Hasselhoff controls the action.
McCain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hasselhoff throws a punch but it's blocked by McCain .
McCain lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
McCain scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hasselhoff working aggressively here.
McCain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
McCain tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hasselhoff's elbow.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Hasselhoff controls his hands.
McCain lands a nice uppercut.
Hasselhoff tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Hasselhoff back against the cage.
McCain misses with the head strike.
Hasselhoff misses with a knee to the head.
McCain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Hasselhoff wants to break the clinch but can't.
Hasselhoff lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt McCain or not.
Hasselhoff can't find room to land a body shot as McCain controls the action.
McCain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
McCain managing to block the knees to the body from Hasselhoff. #T4#
McCain lands a shoulder strike.
Hasselhoff blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hasselhoff blocking some punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hasselhoff has McCain pressed against the cage, preventing McCain from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Hasselhoff avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hasselhoff missing with knees to the body.
McCain lands with a short head shot on the inside.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Hasselhoff controls his hands.
Hasselhoff doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hasselhoff prevents a body shot from McCain .
Hasselhoff working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Hasselhoff controls his hands.
Hasselhoff lands a nice knee to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCain tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, Hasselhoff scores with a nice short uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Hasselhoff.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Hasselhoff avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hasselhoff backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Misha Hasselhoff 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#
McCain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
McCain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hasselhoff can pounce on him.
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch but Hasselhoff swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Hasselhoff swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Hasselhoff misses with a wild body shot.
Hasselhoff misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL#
and McCain moves into the clinch.
McCain blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hasselhoff. #BC#
McCain breaks the clinch. #CL#
Hasselhoff tries to keep at a distance but McCain has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hasselhoff misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hasselhoff lands a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hasselhoff swings wildly with an uppercut but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCain working aggressively here.
Hasselhoff tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
McCain is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Hasselhoff is keeping busy.
McCain cracks Hasselhoff with a nice body shot.#T1#
Hasselhoff blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Hasselhoff obliges.
McCain tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hasselhoff tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCain 's elbow.
Hasselhoff is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
McCain misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hasselhoff misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from McCain . #BC#
McCain 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hasselhoff throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Hasselhoff throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hasselhoff misses with a hook.
Hasselhoff blocks a leg kick.
Hasselhoff throws a looping overhand right but McCain ducks down to avoid it.
Hasselhoff uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCain has time to react.#T2#
Hasselhoff 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.
A little feinted left hand from McCain on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McCain throws a shot from downtown. Hasselhoff moves away and avoids it.
Hasselhoff appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
McCain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCain gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hasselhoff.
McCain connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Hasselhoff momentarily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCain misses with a straight right.
Hasselhoff is clearly trying to counter these attacks from McCain with a body shot.
Hasselhoff misses with a hook.
McCain avoids the body shot from Hasselhoff. #CL#
McCain closes the distance and clinches.
McCain avoiding damage as Hasselhoff throws knees to the body.
McCain wants to stall.
Hasselhoff lands an uppercut.
McCain throws a head punch that misses.
McCain 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.
Hasselhoff is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McCain is defending well for now.#BC#
McCain 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Hasselhoff scores with a nice body kick.
McCain swats away the attempt to clinch by Hasselhoff.#T3#
Hasselhoff moves out of range as McCain throws a body kick.
A jab lands there for McCain .
Hasselhoff thumps McCain with a low kick.
Hasselhoff throws a leg kick that misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Hasselhoff.
Hasselhoff throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
Hasselhoff pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hasselhoff lands with a thumping leg kick.
McCain scores with a leg kick.
Hasselhoff throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
McCain scores with a leg kick.
Hasselhoff looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Nice defenses there by McCain .
McCain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hasselhoff paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McCain throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
McCain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hasselhoff.
McCain misses with a low kick as Hasselhoff jumps back.
Hasselhoff looks to land a left hand but McCain moved out of range nicely.
McCain will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
McCain throws a body kick that misses.
Hasselhoff scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Misha Hasselhoff seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This has been an exciting period of action!
McCain fakes the leg kick and cracks Hasselhoff in the body.
Hasselhoff lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
McCain gets in close and instigates a clinch.
McCain misses with a hook from the clinch.
McCain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
McCain lands a right hand.
Hasselhoff working aggressively here.
McCain blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Hasselhoff lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hasselhoff lands with a right to the head.
McCain scores with a shoulder strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Misha Hasselhoff will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. 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#
Hasselhoff moves in looking to clinch but McCain pushes him off.
Hasselhoff misses with a hook
and McCain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
McCain stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Hasselhoff swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain misses with a looping right.
Donk. McCain catches Hasselhoff right on the button with a cross.
Hasselhoff digs a good body shot into McCain 's ribs.
Hasselhoff thows a left - swing and a miss!
McCain chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hasselhoff throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Hasselhoff takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain scores with a jab to the body.
Hasselhoff swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain blocks a head kick by Hasselhoff.
McCain swinging wildly here.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Hasselhoff throws a shot from downtown. McCain moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Hasselhoff gets tackled into the cage by McCain . McCain maintains the clinch.
McCain blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from McCain .
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Hasselhoff controls his hands.
A head punch blocked on the inside by McCain .
Hasselhoff tries to land knees in the clinch but McCain avoids the damage to the body. #BC2#
Hasselhoff manages to break the clinch.
Hasselhoff pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A swing and a miss from Hasselhoff.
McCain shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
McCain lands a slapping body shot.
Hasselhoff throws a leg kick but McCain sees it coming and checks it nicely.
McCain fires out a quick counter leg kick but Hasselhoff just manages to avoid it.
Hasselhoff lands with an uppercut that bounces McCain off the cage and back into range.
McCain tests Hasselhoff's chin there with a solid looking shot.
An inside leg kick from Hasselhoff misses.
McCain lands a jab to the nose.#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!
McCain misses the jab.
Hasselhoff looks to land a combination but McCain avoids it well.
Hasselhoff chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before McCain can pounce on him.
McCain waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hasselhoff.
McCain sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Hasselhoff misses with a straight right.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCain 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 Hasselhoff has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Hasselhoff and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Hasselhoff is trying to counter with his kicks.
McCain moves in looking to clinch but Hasselhoff pushes him off.
An inside leg kick lands from McCain .
Hasselhoff misses with a looping left.
Hasselhoff scores with a nice head shot.
McCain moves out of range of the leg kick from Hasselhoff.
McCain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Hasselhoff lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McCain tests Hasselhoff's chin there with a solid looking shot.
McCain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Hasselhoff flicks out a counter leg kick but McCain steps away.
Lucas McCain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hasselhoff's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Hasselhoff misses the target.
McCain tries a low kick but Hasselhoff avoids it.
McCain connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
McCain throws a low kick but it's checked well by Hasselhoff.
That kick from Hasselhoff tenderised McCain 's leg. McCain is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hasselhoff.
McCain with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hasselhoff avoids the head kick by McCain .
McCain tries to bum rush Hasselhoff with a series of wild strikes but Hasselhoff uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McCain throws a sloppy head kick and Hasselhoff moves out of range easily.
A good leg kick by Hasselhoff.
McCain throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Hasselhoff to counter with a crisp jab.
Hasselhoff lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCain at a distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hasselhoff throws a good cross that connects.
Hasselhoff fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but McCain is out of range. #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!
McCain throws a chopping leg kick but Hasselhoff manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McCain tries to bum rush Hasselhoff with a series of wild strikes but Hasselhoff uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hasselhoff throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hasselhoff feints and then cracks McCain 's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McCain down.
McCain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McCain fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Hasselhoff looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Hasselhoff moves to clinch but McCain breaks away
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
McCain throws a leg kick that is checked
and Hasselhoff makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
McCain misses with a leg kick.
McCain takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
McCain darts in trying to clinch
enabling Hasselhoff to counter with a crisp jab.
Hasselhoff lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Misha Hasselhoff is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Good work by Hasselhoff as he checks the leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Misha Hasselhoff.
I've got Hasselhoff 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:30
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:30
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: DMMA 63: Pinkman vs Kofel
Date: Dec 04, 2021

#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCain .
McCain throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD2#
and Shifter counters with a shoot takedown. McCain fights it but they end up in guard.
Shifter postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Shifter missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Shifter works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura but McCain is defending well.
McCain definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB2#
Shifter seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
McCain is defending against the submission attempts here by Shifter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shifter moves into full mount! McCain won't be happy about that!
McCain 's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #T1#
Shifter looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Shifter has control of McCain 's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and McCain regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Shifter fails to advance to McCain 's back.
McCain trying desperately to get to his feet.
McCain manages to work a leg through to get back to half guard here. Good work there by McCain , under a barage of strikes from Shifter. #SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a kimura but McCain is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shifter to get the leverage.
Nice strikes from Shifter there. #SUB2#
McCain is defending against the submission attempts here by Shifter. #SUB2#
Shifter is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2##SUB2#
Shifter is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, McCain has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Shifter is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Shifter is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Shifter seems to be working for a kimura but McCain defends the submission attempt.#T3#
Shifter throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McCain is trying to stand. #ES#
McCain pushes Shifter off and gets back to his feet.
Shifter fails with the takedown.#CL#
McCain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Shifter is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC#
McCain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain . #T4#
McCain tries to clinch up but Shifter circles away and keeps his distance.
Shifter was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
McCain throws a hook but Shifter blocks it.
Shifter wants to counter the offense by McCain and move into the clinch position.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Shifter goes for a takedown in the clinch but McCain prevents it.
Lucas McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shape Shifter.
McCain lands a shoulder strike.
Shifter drops down looking for an ankle pick but McCain pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCain stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jab by McCain .
McCain misses with a low kick.
Shifter changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A jab from McCain misses.
Shifter is definitely looking for the counter takedowns 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 Lucas McCain 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#
McCain fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Shifter doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCain throws a shot from downtown. Shifter moves away and avoids it.
McCain lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Shifter showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McCain .
Shifter tries to counter by closing the distance.
McCain scores with a decent looking hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Shifter feints the counter takedown.
McCain misses with a right hand #TD2#
so Shifter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Shifter advances position into side control!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCain managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Shifter. #T1#
McCain is trying to buck Shifter off.#SUB2#
Shifter swings around for an armbar but McCain sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Shifter's guard.
Shifter trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #SUB2#
Shifter is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and McCain defends well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU#
McCain gets to his feet. Shifter looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
McCain tries a low kick but Shifter avoids it.
McCain 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.
McCain feints and then cracks Shifter's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Shifter down.
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Shifter. #T2#
Shifter darts in looking for a takedown but McCain gets double underhooks and turns Shifter into the cage.
McCain throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2#
and Shifter counters with a shoot takedown. McCain fights it but they end up in guard.
Shifter working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Shifter working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Shifter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McCain swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shifter throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as McCain works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Shifter passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Shifter has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Shifter is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. McCain knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
McCain knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Shifter on the ground.#SUB2#
Shifter goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, McCain rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Shifter's guard! Nice work there by McCain ! #T3##SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions from the bottom but instead McCain passes into half guard.
Shifter flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Shifter looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Shifter actively working from the bottom here.
It looks like McCain is going to stand back up. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SU#
McCain decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
McCain takes a swing at Shifter's ribcage but misses.
Shifter feints the counter takedown.
Shifter gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCain connects with a leg kick.
McCain misses with a leg kick #TD2#
so Shifter counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

McCain is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Shifter presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat. #TD2#
Shifter jumps into guard, dragging McCain to the mat.
Shifter wants to improve his position but instead McCain has moved into half guard.
Shifter is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Shifter on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Shifter uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCain .
Shifter with the counter takedown but McCain avoids it easily.
McCain lands a right hook to the body.
Lucas McCain is winning the standup battle so far.
McCain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McCain darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Shifter checks a low kick from McCain .
Shifter is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
McCain misses with a straight right.
And Shifter tries to counter it with a takedown but McCain pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain throws a big shot that misses.
McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Shifter walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice sprawl there from McCain as Shifter shoots in.#T1#
McCain attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McCain throws a body punch but Shifter moves out of range.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
Shifter was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Shifter has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCain .
McCain throws a leg kick which misses Shifter's front leg but catches the back leg as Shifter tries to avoid it.
Shifter shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with McCain but McCain pushes him off and we're back to square one.
McCain is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Shifter.
Shifter moves away from the strike by McCain .
McCain scores with a leg kick.
A thudding body kick lands there by McCain ! #T2#
Shifter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shifter with the counter takedown but McCain avoids it easily.
McCain smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
McCain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Shifter gets tackled into the cage by McCain . McCain maintains the clinch.
Shifter drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lucas McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shape Shifter.
McCain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shifter drops to a knee looking for a takedown but McCain gets the underhooks and prevents it.
McCain slows down the pace here.
McCain throws a head punch that misses.
Shifter tries to pull guard but McCain won't allow it. #T3##BC#
McCain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
McCain throws out a loose jab but Shifter uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCain throws out a powerful jab.
Shifter checks a leg kick.#CL#
McCain has Shifter up against the cage in a clinch.
Shifter is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables McCain to keep the fight standing.
McCain digs a right hand underneath Shifter's ribcage. Shifter let out a lung full of air as it connected.
McCain content to slow the pace in the clinch.
McCain lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Shifter takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCain gets through Shifter's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from McCain .
McCain throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Good body shot from McCain .
McCain is leaning against Shifter and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
McCain misses with a body punch. #T4#
McCain scores with a shoulder strike.
Shifter goes for a takedown in the clinch but McCain prevents it. #BC#
McCain breaks the clinch.
McCain throws a right and a left that Shifter avoids nicely.
Shifter is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McCain fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Shifter on the side of the head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from McCain . Shifter shrugs it off though.
Shifter takes a shot right to the bread basket.
McCain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shifter can do to turn this around?
McCain swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Shifter.
McCain scores with a body shot.
Shifter keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Shifter takes one on the button.

And that's the end of the fight!
Lucas McCain showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for McCain , 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:26
Judge James Glass scores the fight 30:26
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: DMMA 55: Pinkman vs Kamenev
Date: Oct 30, 2021

#R1#
McCain throws an overhand right that lands on Kisei's shoulder, as Kisei tries to avoid the shot.
McCain throws a jab when Kisei was well out of range.
Kisei with the counter takedown but McCain avoids it easily.
Kisei avoids the body shot from McCain .
Kisei throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
McCain throws a big counter combination but Kisei scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
McCain throws a leg kick #TD2#
and Kisei counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McCain ! #ES#
McCain sneaks out the side door and pushes Kisei away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Kisei has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Kisei steps to the side to avoid the strikes from McCain .
McCain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McCain ducks right into an uppercut from Kisei.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
McCain moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCain tries to bum rush Kisei with a series of wild strikes but Kisei uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kisei misses the jab.
McCain throws a chopping leg kick but Kisei manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Kisei is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
McCain scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
McCain with a nice calf kick.
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kisei lands a nice shot to the body.
McCain has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rivers Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
McCain misses with a body shot.
Kisei let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kisei misses with a straight right.
Kisei misses with an uppercut.
Kisei tries to close the distance and clinch but McCain swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kisei ducks under a wild hook from McCain .
McCain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kisei moves away.
Kisei fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kisei misses with a combination
and McCain cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sloppy strikes from McCain . Those never looked like landing.
Jab from Kisei.#T2#
McCain scores with a jab to the head.
McCain scores with a crisp jab that stopped Kisei in his tracks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCain shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice shot lands for Kisei.
A big right from McCain misses.
McCain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Kisei manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kisei misses with a looping left.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Kisei is defended easily by McCain .
McCain getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
McCain misses the shot to the body. #T3#
McCain lands with a kick to the temple. Kisei shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Kisei lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McCain looks to throw the jab but Kisei is out of range.
A cross from McCain lands.
The fighters circle momentarily. McCain darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Kisei attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
McCain seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Kisei misses with a wild body shot.
McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kisei avoids the head kick by McCain .
A low kick from McCain misses
and Kisei counters with a nice body kick.
McCain scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McCain throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain slips under a jab from Kisei.
Kisei throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
McCain stuns Kisei with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kisei throws a jab when McCain was well out of range.
Kisei jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kisei swings widly with a right hand
and McCain counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kisei thinking.
McCain is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nice cross by Kisei.
McCain avoids the head kick by Kisei.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCain .
A looping hook to the body misses from McCain . Kisei does a little dance to reset his feet.
McCain walks into a straight right hand from Kisei.
Kisei misses with a series of wild punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCain looks to score with a jab to the body but Kisei is just out of range.
McCain throws a predictable looking body shot
and Kisei counters with a straight right hand.
Kisei waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McCain .
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 Lucas McCain will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
McCain throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL#
McCain has taken the fight to the clinch.
McCain pushes Kisei back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kisei with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
McCain misses with a body punch.
Kisei missing with knees to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for McCain .
Kisei tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Kisei back against the cage.
Kisei can't find room to land a body shot as McCain controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for Kisei.
McCain prevents a body shot from Kisei.
McCain holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Kisei tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Kisei back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kisei tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Kisei misses with a punch to the body.
Kisei presses McCain against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kisei working aggressively here.
Kisei misses with the head strike.
McCain slows down the pace here. #T1#
McCain goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short left from Kisei.
Kisei misses with a punch on the inside.
McCain gets through Kisei's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from McCain .
McCain prevents a body shot from Kisei.
Kisei tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kisei misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
A right handed body shot lands from Kisei.
McCain is pressed up against the cage. Kisei has hold of a leg and is looking to drag McCain down to the mat. McCain avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL2#
Kisei clinches with his opponent.
McCain swings wildly with an uppercut but Kisei uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kisei blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lucas McCain has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kisei struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
McCain scores with a hook to the body.
McCain is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. #T2#
McCain tries a body shot but Kisei blocks it.
McCain is leaning against Kisei and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kisei is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McCain is defending well for now.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McCain creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kisei tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCain 's elbow.
McCain lands an uppercut.
McCain lands with a left to the head.
McCain is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Nice body punch from McCain - that landed with a thud.
Kisei is breathing heavily.
Kisei can't find room to land a body shot as McCain controls the action.
McCain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kisei tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
McCain blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
McCain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kisei can do to turn this around?
McCain blocks an elbow strike from Kisei.
Kisei goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kisei lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kisei tried to land a shot to the body but connects with McCain 's elbow. #T3#
McCain pushes Kisei back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
McCain cracks Kisei with a nice body shot.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Kisei avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
The referee calls for McCain to work.
McCain scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short uppercut from McCain .
McCain '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.
A nice left hand lands by McCain .
Kisei jumps guard but McCain turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lucas McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kiso Kisei.
Kisei tries to throw a body punch but McCain avoids it by throwing Kisei back against the cage.
McCain lands an uppercut.
McCain stalling in the clinch but Kisei improves position.
Kisei misses with a punch to the body.
Kisei prevents a body shot from McCain .
McCain lands an uppercut.
McCain scores with a shot to the side of Kisei's head.
McCain lands a left hand. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice left hand lands by McCain .
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCain .
McCain lands a hook that snaps the head of Kisei backwards.
A hook to the body from McCain .
Kisei misses with a body punch.
McCain misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Kisei fails to land.
A right handed body shot lands from McCain .
McCain misses with a body punch.
McCain stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, McCain creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
McCain blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kisei tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kisei misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kisei misses with a punch on the inside.
Kisei misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that second round.
That's time! McCain 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Kisei takes one on the button.
McCain wants to clinch.
McCain throws a leg kick
and Kisei counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
McCain swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Kisei misses with a looping left.
Kisei takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
Kisei takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kisei throws a wild body kick that McCain sees coming a mile off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain is looking to slow Kisei down with leg kicks.
McCain walks into a left hand.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from McCain . Kisei shrugs it off though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kisei checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A little jabbing left from Kisei on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
McCain moves out of range of the strikes.
Kisei clobbers McCain with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Good standup being displayed there by McCain as he connects with a hook.
A big right from McCain misses.
Kisei swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A nice inside leg kick there by McCain . That's going to slow Kisei down.
Kisei avoids the body shot from McCain .
McCain ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kisei.
McCain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kisei walks into a straight right hand from McCain .
Kisei throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot.
McCain is looking to counter punch.
McCain looks to land a right hand but Kisei moved out of range.
And Kisei responds with a good body kick, but McCain manages to step out the way in time.
The fighters circling - McCain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCain connects with a solid leg kick.
Kiso Kisei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kisei thows a leg kick but McCain checks it
and McCain counters with a good, hard body kick but Kisei shrugs it off.
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!
McCain jabs Kisei to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kisei takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
McCain throws a wild body kick that Kisei sees coming a mile off.
McCain jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
McCain swinging wildly here.
McCain scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CL#
McCain closes the distance and clinches.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Kisei avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain blocking some punches.
Kisei lands with a short shot to the head.
McCain lands with a left to the head.
A body shot lands from Kisei. #T3#
McCain on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Kisei prevents a body shot from McCain .
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCain .
Kisei tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kisei lands with a light punch inside.
McCain tries to throw a body punch but Kisei avoids it by throwing McCain back against the cage.
McCain makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McCain avoiding damage as Kisei throws knees to the body.
McCain misses with a body punch.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for McCain .
A short left from McCain .
Kisei swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kisei goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
McCain '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.
A short right from McCain .
Kisei misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
McCain blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCain .
McCain lands with a short head shot on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kisei misses with a punch to the body.
Kisei throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McCain s head.
McCain lands a body shot.
Kisei tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
McCain is struggling to control the position.
Kisei missing with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from McCain - that landed with a thud.
Kisei tries to work over McCain 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC#
McCain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lucas McCain is winning the standup battle so far.
McCain cracks Kisei with a good jab.
McCain blocks a jab.
McCain digs a good hook to Kisei's body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kisei. McCain does a little dance to reset his feet.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas McCain !
Our winner, Lucas McCain , 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 47: Alderidge vs Pinkman
Date: Sep 26, 2021

#R1#
McCain scores with a leg kick.
McCain throws a lazy uppercut
and Banahatti counters with a left and a right that stings McCain .
Banahatti misses with an uppercut
and McCain cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've been hearing reports that Banahatti has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
McCain throws an overhand right that lands on Banahatti's shoulder, as Banahatti tries to avoid the shot.
A slow jab from McCain misses its intended target.
Banahatti takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
McCain swings away with a body shot that misses
and Banahatti connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCain dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Banahatti. That did some damage!
McCain lands with a cross.
Banahatti uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from McCain .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Banahatti changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McCain tries to avoid it but Banahatti manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McCain to the ground. McCain escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
McCain misses the jab.
BOOM! McCain lands a beautiful left hook that drops Banahatti. Banahatti tries to recover but McCain is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Banahatti lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas McCain !
After winning the bout, Lucas McCain thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: DMMA 37: Tucker vs Bol
Date: Aug 18, 2021

#R1#
McCain takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
McCain misses with a left hand
and Nicoletta cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nicoletta looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Nicoletta scores with a nice head shot.
McCain doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
McCain thumps Nicoletta with a low kick.
McCain misses the shot to the body.
Nicoletta throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCain counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nicoletta slips a jab from McCain .
McCain throws a nice 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!
A punch combination from Nicoletta misses.
Nicoletta misses with a straight right.
McCain pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
McCain moves out of range as Nicoletta strikes.
McCain swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nice body punch from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nicoletta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping McCain at a distance.
McCain throws a hook but Nicoletta blocks it.
McCain throws a lazy uppercut
and Nicoletta counters with a thumping low kick.
Jab from McCain .
McCain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nicoletta uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before McCain has time to react.
Nicoletta tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but McCain was well out of range. Poor timing from Nicoletta.
McCain throws a leg kick but Nicoletta sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T2#
A good leg kick by Nicoletta.
McCain 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.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nicoletta keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Nicoletta throws a sloppy head kick and McCain moves out of range easily.
McCain scores with a body shot.
McCain is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Nicoletta checks a leg kick nicely.
Nicoletta checks a low kick from McCain .
McCain throws a left and a right that both miss
and Nicoletta counters with a nice low kick that buckles McCain 's knee momentarily.
A big right from McCain misses.
Nice defenses there by McCain .#T3#
Nicoletta lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McCain throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#It looks like Casimiro Nicoletta has been cut.
Nicoletta misses with an attempted mid kick.
Nicoletta avoids the head kick by McCain .
Good work by Nicoletta as he checks the leg kick.
Nicoletta swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A low kick lands for McCain .
McCain looks to land a combination but Nicoletta avoids it well.
A slow jab from Nicoletta misses its intended target.
McCain lands a jab to Nicoletta's midsection.
McCain misses with a hook
and Nicoletta counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
McCain on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Nicoletta has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by McCain .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCain misses with a hook.
As McCain backs away, Nicoletta returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nicoletta connects with a solid leg kick.
Nicoletta blocks a jab.
McCain lands a lovely overhand right.
Nicoletta is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Nicoletta uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
McCain pivots, looking for a leg kick but Nicoletta is out of range and McCain settles back down.
As McCain backs away, Nicoletta returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nicoletta slips under a jab.
McCain throws a shot from downtown. Nicoletta moves away and avoids it.
Nicoletta scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Casimiro Nicoletta dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Casimiro Nicoletta'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#
McCain misses with a lunging right hand
and Nicoletta counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nicoletta has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from McCain .
Nicoletta misses with a body kick.
McCain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Nicoletta sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A solid leg kick lands there for McCain .
Nicoletta throws a hook but McCain avoids it easily.
Nicoletta throws a hook but McCain avoids it easily.
McCain misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A leg kick checked by Nicoletta.
Nicoletta loads up on a big right hand but McCain slips the punch.#T1#
Nicoletta staying out of range there.
McCain moves into range and connects with a jab.
Nicoletta pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Nicoletta scores with a kick to the midsection.
McCain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nicoletta fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches McCain on the side of the head.
McCain chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Nicoletta can pounce on him.
McCain misses with a straight right.
It looked like Nicoletta wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Nicoletta throws a front kick aimed at McCain 's knee but McCain avoids it well.
Nicoletta's hands are dropping dangerously low here and McCain connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Nicoletta scrambles back to his feet.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Nicoletta, as that shot connected. #T2#
Nicoletta throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body kick from McCain .
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Nicoletta misses the target.
Nicoletta pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Nicoletta misses with a kick to the body
and McCain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nicoletta lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A swing and a miss from Nicoletta.
McCain now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A lazy left from Nicoletta finds it's target.
Nicoletta will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
McCain finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
McCain misses with a low kick.
McCain misses with a hook
and Nicoletta counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
McCain misses with a looping left.
Nicoletta throwing a counter right hand but McCain manages to avoid it.
Nicoletta scores with a hook to the body. McCain takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
McCain steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Nicoletta.
Nicoletta scores with a crisp jab that stopped McCain in his tracks. #ROC#McCain is rocked!
Nicoletta lands a right hook to the body.
Nicoletta lands with a big left! McCain is wobbled badly! Nicoletta comes in with a flurry of punches and drops McCain to the floor. The ref jumps in to save him from unneccessary punishment.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Casimiro Nicoletta!
Casimiro Nicoletta thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DMMA 28: Imanari vs Kamenev
Date: Jul 21, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Rocksteady is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in McCain 's half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
McCain regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Rocksteady.
McCain will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Rocksteady throws a big right hand that misses.
Rocksteady trying to control the position from guard on top but McCain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rocksteady working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rocksteady is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rocksteady trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T1#
Rocksteady trying to control but McCain is working from the bottom.
Rocksteady throwing strikes from guard but McCain blocks nicely.
Rocksteady wants to pass the guard but McCain is keeping the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rocksteady forces his way into half guard.
Rocksteady is looking to stall here but McCain recovers full guard. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rocksteady throws a big right hand that misses.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Rocksteady working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Rocksteady throws a big right hand that misses.
McCain keeping moving, preventing Rocksteady from controlling successfully.
Rocksteady in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rocksteady passes McCain 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rocksteady seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T3#
Rocksteady thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
McCain looks like he's trying to stand up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
McCain goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. #CL2#
Rocksteady has closed the distance and engaged McCain in a clinch.
McCain misses with a body punch.
Rocksteady has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. McCain avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
McCain wants to get back to striking at distance but Rocksteady won't allow it.
McCain lands a hook that snaps the head of Rocksteady backwards. #T4#
Rocksteady struggles to land a body shot inside as McCain controls his hands.
Rocksteady fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
McCain gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rocksteady.
McCain lands a body shot.
Rocksteady has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. McCain is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Lucas McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Rocksteady.
McCain tries a body shot but Rocksteady blocks it.
McCain misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rocksteady makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
McCain gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rocksteady. #BC#
McCain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've been told by McCain 's head coaches at Rivers Edge Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#TD2#
Rocksteady bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

McCain sneaks out the side door and pushes Rocksteady away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rocksteady throws a poor cross that misses
and McCain counters with a nice uppercut.
McCain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
McCain is looking to slow Rocksteady down with leg kicks.
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 Lucas McCain 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#
McCain throws a front kick aimed at Rocksteady's knee but Rocksteady avoids it well.
McCain scores with a jab to the jaw.
McCain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rocksteady jabs McCain right on the nose. McCain blinks but takes it well.
Rocksteady fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
McCain misses with a body shot.
McCain takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rocksteady thuds a left hand into McCain 's body.#CL2#
Rocksteady pushes McCain up against the cage in a clinch.
McCain gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Rocksteady.
McCain struggles to land a body shot inside as Rocksteady controls his hands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
McCain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Rocksteady shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rocksteady throws a strike but McCain rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Rocksteady is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1#
Rocksteady bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McCain 's guard. #REVB#
Rocksteady postures up in McCain 's guard and throws a big left but McCain blocks it.
Rocksteady lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Rocksteady throws an elbow that misses. McCain uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rocksteady's guard. Nice move by McCain !#REVR#
McCain wanted to stand there but Rocksteady had control of the position. #SUB2#
Rocksteady has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. McCain 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 Rocksteady.#T2#
Rocksteady gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Rocksteady manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Rocksteady working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. McCain doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. McCain manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
McCain got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rocksteady has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, McCain has managed to get both his arms back between Rocksteady's legs - danger averted.
McCain has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T3#
McCain postures up.
Rocksteady looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Rocksteady is striking from the bottom but McCain uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
McCain has decided to stand back up but his arm is trapped. Whilst he's worrying about his arm, Rocksteady works to full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Rocksteady bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in McCain 's guard. #REVB#
Rocksteady throws a big elbow that misses.
Rocksteady slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Rocksteady working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rocksteady throws a big elbow that misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

James Rocksteady showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##CL2#
Rocksteady forces McCain back against the cage and clinches.
McCain gets underhooks to prevent Rocksteady's takedown attempt.
A short right from Rocksteady.
A short body shot lands from McCain as the two fighters clinch.
Rocksteady has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McCain after a bit of a struggle.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as McCain takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
McCain is pressed up against the cage. Rocksteady has hold of a leg and is looking to drag McCain down to the mat. McCain avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Lucas McCain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of James Rocksteady.
Rocksteady shoots and misses
and McCain counters with a stiff right hand.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rocksteady or perhaps it was just good defense by McCain , which made it look bad.
McCain feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rocksteadys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
McCain is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rocksteady closes the distance but McCain moves to the side
and McCain counters with a straight right hand.
McCain misses with a low kick.
Rocksteady doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD#
and McCain counters with a nice right hand that sends Rocksteady toppling to the canvas! Rocksteady scrambles and gets back to his feet - can McCain finish him?!#ROC#Rocksteady is rocked!#T1#
Rocksteady throws a poor cross that misses
and McCain scores with a counter punch that sends Rocksteady to the canvas! McCain smells blood - he's punishing Rocksteady with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Rocksteady has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas McCain !
An out of breath Lucas McCain thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: DMMA 20: Tucker vs Pinks
Date: Jun 23, 2021

#R1#
Bukowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bukowski dodges the punch combination from McCain .
Bukowski swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bukowski throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bukowski takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
McCain let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
Bukowski closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. McCain quickly recovers to half guard.
Bukowski missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bukowski is trying to control the action in half guard but McCain is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Bukowski prevents McCain from standing back up.
Bukowski trying to mount his opponent but McCain defends it.
McCain told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bukowski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
We've been hearing that Bukowski has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Bukowski missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bukowski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McCain 's head. #T1#
Bukowski thows a huge punch but McCain dodges it nicely.
McCain looks like he's trying to stand up.
Bukowski lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ES2#
McCain manages to escape and get back to his feet!
McCain looks to throw the jab but Bukowski is out of range.
Bukowski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCain .
McCain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
McCain scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bukowski throws a jab when McCain was well out of range.
A jab lands there for McCain .
Lucas McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bukowski throws a shot from downtown. McCain moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Bukowski works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McCain misses with a looping right.
Bukowski fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bukowski showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from McCain .
A telegraphed right hand from Bukowski misses the target.
Bukowski moves out of range as McCain strikes.
A swing and a miss from McCain .
McCain uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bukowski has time to react.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCain . Bukowski does a little dance to reset his feet.
A quick step to the side and Bukowski tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bukowski.
McCain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
McCain lands a jab to the head.
Bukowski is really struggling to find his range with his punches. McCain 's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Bukowski throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain misses with a low kick. #T3#
Bukowski swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
Nice body punch from Bukowski.
Bukowski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bukowski fails with a takedown attempt.
Bukowski uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCain .
McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain 's corner calls for a 1-2. McCain obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bukowski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bukowski has a takedown stuffed.
McCain smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bukowski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bukowski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
McCain lands with a shot to the body. #T4#
Bukowski swings for the body but McCain moves out of range.
McCain lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bukowski circles away quickly and effectively.
A counter left hand to the body from Bukowski misses its target.
McCain uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bukowski.
Bukowski checks the leg kick.
McCain throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bukowski shoots in looking for a takedown but McCain manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bukowski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Bukowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCain lands a nice looking body shot.
McCain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bukowski takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bukowski tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but McCain paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McCain uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bukowski.
McCain misses with a jab, cross combination.
A shot to the liver by McCain . Beautiful body shot.
Bukowski is trying hard to land a takedown here. McCain sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Lucas McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McCain throws a leg kick but Bukowski moved away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bukowski lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bukowski.
Bukowski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bukowski dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bukowski was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
A left lands for McCain .
McCain rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bukowski moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from McCain enables Bukowski to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. McCain manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McCain can do anything to dispel that myth.
McCain working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bukowski.
Bukowski throwing strikes but missing.
Bukowski lands a couple of decent looking shots.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCain working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bukowski.
Bukowski trying to control but McCain is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bukowski postures up in McCain 's guard and throws a big left but McCain blocks it. #T1#
Bukowski throws a strike but McCain rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
McCain won't allow Bukowski to sweep him here.
Bukowski managing to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Bukowski is working an open guard so McCain takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCain . Bukowski does a little dance to reset his feet.
Lucas McCain seems to be getting the better of the standup.
McCain keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
McCain misses with a double jab. #TD#
Bukowski shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches McCain napping and manages to drive through into side control!

McCain throws Bukowski to one side and escapes!#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!
Bukowski takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
Bukowski fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but McCain avoids it really well and circles away.
McCain digs a good hook to Bukowski's body.
Bukowski misses with a telegraphed body shot
and McCain counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bukowski thinking.
McCain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
McCain misses with an uppercut.
Bukowski fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bukowski throws a body punch but McCain moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from McCain on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bukowski lands the left hand.
McCain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bukowski.
Bukowski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by McCain .#T3#
McCain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bukowski shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. McCain eats them both and turns towards Bukowski to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
McCain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bukowski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and McCain counters with a left to the body.
McCain pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bukowski tries to bum rush McCain with a series of wild strikes but McCain uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bukowski swings and misses with a hook to the body.
McCain on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McCain throws a nice inside leg kick.
McCain with a nice cross.
Bukowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
McCain is looking to score with low kicks.
Bukowski looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
McCain throws a body punch but Bukowski moves out of range. #T4#
Bukowski shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
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!
McCain misses with a body shot.
Bukowski half committed to a counter leg kick.
McCain 's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bukowski under the eye.
McCain swings for the body but Bukowski moves out of range.
A cross from McCain lands.
Bukowski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain .
Bukowski lands with a good body shot.
Bukowski looks for a takedown but McCain sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Charles Bukowski. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McCain scores with a jab.
McCain with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bukowski bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bukowski drops down looking for a counter takedown but McCain sprawls and moves away.
McCain works Bukowski's body with a nice hook.
Bukowski throws a body shot but no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lucas McCain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare 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#
McCain tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bukowski was well out of range. Poor timing from McCain .
Bukowski loads up on a big right hand but McCain slips the punch.
McCain looks to score with a jab to the body but Bukowski is just out of range.
Bukowski misses with a few strikes there.
McCain appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bukowski throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCain takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bukowski misses with a body shot.
Bukowski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McCain circles away quickly and effectively.
A little jabbing left from McCain on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
McCain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCain takes a swing at Bukowski's ribcage but misses.
Bukowski throws a series of punches but McCain moves out of range.
McCain appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bukowski is looking to wear down McCain with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain misses with a body shot.
Bukowski thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Bukowski instigates a clinch.
McCain lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by McCain .#T1#
McCain takes a shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Bukowski - that landed with a thud.
Bukowski is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McCain is keeping busy.
McCain throws a head punch that misses.
McCain lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
McCain lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bukowski backwards.
McCain has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Still in the clinch, McCain scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short uppercut from Bukowski.
Bukowski's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bukowski scores with a hook to the body.
Bukowski is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but McCain is keeping busy.
A short left from McCain . #BC2#
McCain 's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bukowski blocks a leg kick.
Bukowski throws an overhand right that lands on McCain 's shoulder, as McCain tries to avoid the shot. #T2#
Bukowski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The fighters circling - Bukowski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCain misses with a body shot.
McCain lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bukowski's sensitive parts.
McCain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A bone on bone clash there as Bukowski blocks the leg kick.
Bukowski half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bukowski takes a swing at McCain 's ribcage but misses.
Bukowski fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McCain manages to avoid it.
Bukowski misses with a series of wild punches.
Bukowski stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from McCain .
McCain throws a wild body kick that Bukowski sees coming a mile off.
McCain moves out of range of the strikes.
Bukowski cracks McCain with an open hand slap.#T3#
Bukowski throws a combination but it was largely blocked by McCain .
Bukowski ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
McCain moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCain lands with a nice body punch. #TD#
Bukowski shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Bukowski sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McCain defending well though.
Bukowski 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.
McCain is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bukowski scores with a couple of nice shots.
Bukowski throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
McCain pushes Bukowski off looking to stand but Bukowski dives back in and keeps control.
Bukowski throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T4#
Bukowski looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks McCain with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Bukowski throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bukowski not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bukowski scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Bukowski thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed McCain 's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bukowski throwing shots but McCain is blocking nicely.
McCain has hold of Bukowski's hands but Bukowski slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Bukowski missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bukowski takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Charles Bukowski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bukowski lands with a punch from half guard.

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 Charles Bukowski.
I think McCain 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 28:29
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 19, 2021

#R1#
Joestar throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Joestar looks to land a combination but McCain avoids it well.
Joestar misses with a wild combination.
Joestar throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McCain scores with a hook.
Joestar misses with a two punch combination.
McCain connects with a body shot that sends Joestar's belly button to the back.
Joestar throws a nice looking combination but McCain bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
McCain now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#KD2#
McCain drops Joestar with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Joestar looks back up at him and smiles so McCain waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Joestar is breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Joestar looks to land a combination but McCain avoids it well.
McCain lands with a nice body punch.
McCain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
McCain cracks Joestar with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Joestar tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but McCain pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Joestar is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lucas McCain !
A relieved looking Lucas McCain 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: ROCK FC: Rookie trials 2
Date: Sep 20, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
McCain shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Dracula but Dracula pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Dracula connects with a jab.
McCain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
McCain misses with the combination.
Dracula is looking to counter the offense by McCain and move into the clinch.
Jab from Dracula.
Dracula circles away from the clinch attempt.
Vlad Dracula seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dracula connects with a right hand. McCain shakes it off.
Dracula jabs McCain right on the nose. McCain blinks but takes it well.
Dracula lands with a shot to the body.
Dracula bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
McCain fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Dracula loads up on a big right hand but McCain slips the punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McCain shoots in for a takedown but Dracula shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
McCain lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Dracula backs up against the cage. #CUT2#It looks like Vlad Dracula has been cut.
McCain doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Dracula connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Dracula's corner calls for a 1-2. Dracula obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL#
Dracula has managed to clinch.
Dracula working aggressively here. #TD2#
McCain jumps guard.
Dracula being controlled here momentarily.
McCain can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dracula controls the pace.
McCain looking for a sweep. Not yet McCain , not yet.
Dracula's corner is telling him to maintain position.
McCain pulls Dracula in close to his closed guard and prevents Dracula from doing any damage or advancing position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McCain can do anything to dispel that myth.
McCain not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T2#
Dracula controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Dracula fails with an attempt to clinch.
McCain fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Vlad Dracula has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lucas McCain .
Dracula misses with a straight right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from McCain ! But no joy.
Dracula doesn't manage to clinch there - McCain circles away.
McCain has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
McCain gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
McCain feints a jab promting Dracula to slip. McCain then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Dracula slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
McCain is looking to clinch but Dracula is avoiding it.
McCain tries to move into range but Dracula moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The fighters circling - Dracula throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McCain with the counter takedown but Dracula avoids it easily.
Dracula tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McCain manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 10:9
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 10:9
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 10:9

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

Event: ROCK FC: Rookie Trials
Date: Sep 15, 2020

#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Creed connects with a jab.
McCain checks the leg kick nicely there.
McCain checks the leg kick.
McCain shoots in but no luck this time.
The fight stays on the outside here - Creed looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
McCain shoots in for a takedown but Creed shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
McCain has taken the fight to the clinch.
The referee calls for Creed to work. #BC2#
McCain manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Creed gets tackled into the cage by McCain . McCain maintains the clinch.
McCain tries to circle away but Creed has him pinned against the cage.#TD#
Creed has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics McCain uses from the top position.
McCain is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Creed on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Creed tries to get out of the position.#T1#
Creed wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and McCain is now in half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Creed tries to roll over but McCain keeps him under control.
Creed has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. McCain is working away from the top position though.
Creed tries to roll over but McCain keeps him under control.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Creed trying to control but McCain postures up.
McCain controlling the pace.
Creed keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
McCain is pressing down on Creed's thigh, looking to free his foot. Creed is holding on for now.
McCain takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
McCain prevents Creed from standing back up.
McCain perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lucas McCain .
I think McCain 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 1 round of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 9:10
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 9:10
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 9:10

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lucas McCain !
Our winner, Lucas McCain , 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.

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