Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 20, 2024

#R1#
Graham is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Graham uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
Tenryu connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tenryu throws a leg kick but Graham sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A bone on bone clash there as Tenryu blocks the leg kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Graham moved out of range nicely.
Graham checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Graham throws a combination that misses
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Graham slips a jab from Tenryu.
Graham misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Graham misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Graham moves out of range.
Graham lands an overhand right.
Graham with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tenryu to score with a decent uppercut.
Graham throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Graham slips under a jab.#T1#
Graham doesn't manage to clinch there - Tenryu circles away.
Tenryu keeps the fight on the outside.
Tenryu listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Graham throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Graham throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Tenryu swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tenryu connects with a crisp jab.
Graham throws a looping overhand right but Tenryu ducks down to avoid it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Graham.
Graham throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu scores with a decent looking hook.
Nice straight punches there by Tenryu. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tenryu.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Graham.
Tenryu misses with a low kick as Graham jumps back.#T2#
Graham throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Graham slips a straight right by Tenryu.
Graham misses with a leg kick
and Tenryu counters with a big right hand! Oh Graham is in trouble here! Tenryu follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SYN 1086 Bleak vs Bollomard
Date: Aug 04, 2024

#R1#
A jab from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Tonissaar.
A low kick lands for Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tenryu stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tonissaar ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL#
Tenryu has managed to clinch.
Tonissaar lands a shoulder strike.
Tonissaar lands with a left to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu. #BC2#
Tonissaar pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tonissaar loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Tonissaar lands with an overhand left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A leg kick checked by Tenryu.
Good shot there by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar 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.
Tonissaar connects with a single shot there.
Tonissaar thuds a left hand into Tenryu's body.
Tonissaar fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tenryu on the side of the head.#T1#
Tonissaar scores with the left hand. Tenryu knows he should have avoided that one.
Tenryu keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Tonissaar fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tonissaar cracks Tenryu with a right hand to the side of the head.
Tonissaar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tonissaar connects with a solid leg kick.
Tonissaar connects with a body shot that sends Tenryu's belly button to the back.
Tonissaar slips under a jab from Tenryu.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick.
Tonissaar swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Nice jab there from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tonissaar finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt. #T2#
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tonissaar looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
A chopping leg kick lands by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar is looking to score with low kicks.
Tonissaar swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Baruto Tonissaar has been cut.
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tonissaar sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baruto Tonissaar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tonissaar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tonissaar misses the jab.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Tonissaar throws a jab when Tenryu was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tonissaar misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tonissaar. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu throws a big shot that misses.
Tonissaar has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tonissaar there as he acknowledges the shot.#T3#
Tonissaar throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tenryu takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jab by Tonissaar.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the body.
Tonissaar thuds his right hand into Tenryu's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tenryu 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.
Tonissaar has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tonissaar missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick which misses Tenryu's front leg but catches the back leg as Tenryu tries to avoid it.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Tonissaar throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tenryu checks the leg kick.
It looked like Tenryu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A nice leg kick from Tonissaar, right into the meat of the thigh.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu scores with a nice strike.#T4#
Tonissaar lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tenryu at a distance.
Tonissaar just misses with a punch to the body.
Tonissaar lands a nice shot that snaps Tenryu's head back.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tonissaar misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tonissaar is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tenryu had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
A bone on bone clash there as Tenryu blocks the leg kick.
Tonissaar dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tonissaar lands a jab to the head.
Tenryu connects with a crisp jab.
Tenryu has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tonissaar finds it's way round the side to connect with Tenryu's head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tonissaar tries a low kick but Tenryu avoids it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Baruto Tonissaar dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Baruto Tonissaar's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tonissaar connects with a jab.
Tonissaar throws a nice looking combination but Tenryu bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Tenryu fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tonissaar, pushing him back against the cage.
Tonissaar blocks a body shot from Tenryu. #BC2#
Tonissaar breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tonissaar misses with a hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tonissaar. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
It looked like Tenryu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tonissaar throws a looping overhand right but Tenryu ducks down to avoid it.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Tonissaar moves away and avoids it.
Tonissaar just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonissaar attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tenryu is looking to counter punch.
Tonissaar throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick which misses Tenryu's front leg but catches the back leg as Tenryu tries to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
Tonissaar lands a head kick. Tenryu smiles back at him and beckons him forward. #T1#
Tenryu moves out of range of the leg kick from Tonissaar.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Tonissaar does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tonissaar is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Tonissaar misses its intended target.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tonissaar throws a jab when Tenryu was well out of range.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tonissaar throws a leg kick that misses.
Tonissaar tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tenryu is able to avoid easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Tenryu misses the target.
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut.
Tonissaar has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tonissaar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Tonissaar turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Tonissaar. That snapped Tenryu's head back. #T2#
Tonissaar clobbers Tenryu with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tenryu slips under a jab from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tenryu looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tonissaar bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tenryu's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tonissaar fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tenryu checks it well.
A quick step to the side and Tenryu tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tonissaar lands with an overhand left.
Tenryu checks the leg kick.
Tonissaar lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tenryu's sensitive parts.
Tonissaar tries to work over Tenryu's front leg with a kick but Tenryu checks it.
Tonissaar throws a combination that misses
and Tenryu counters with a nice body shot.
Tonissaar slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tonissaar motions for Tenryu to come forward. Tonissaar throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tonissaar uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Tonissaar lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
Good leg kick by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL#
Tenryu forces Tonissaar back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Tonissaar's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tonissaar swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
It looked like Tenryu was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar slips a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tonissaar.
It looked like Tenryu was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws a low kick but Tenryu moves out of range easily.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tonissaar throws a low kick but Tenryu avoids it.
Tonissaar tries a low kick but Tenryu avoids it.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick. #CL#
Tenryu closes the distance and clinches.
Tonissaar lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tonissaar misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tonissaar's efforts to push away.
Tonissaar is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Tonissaar breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tonissaar fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tonissaar takes a jab right on the kisser.
Baruto Tonissaar seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tonissaar lunges at Tenryu with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tenryu's hand.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Tonissaar saw that one coming.
Tonissaar steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tonissaar connects with the punch.
Tonissaar blocks a jab.
A good leg kick by Tonissaar.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Baruto Tonissaar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Baruto Tonissaar'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Tonissaar slips a jab from Tenryu.
Tonissaar throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tonissaar swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tonissaar. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tonissaar uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tenryu has time to react.
Tenryu 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.
Tonissaar throws a nice head kick!
A jab from Tonissaar finds it's way through Tenryu's defenses.
Tonissaar comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tonissaar lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tenryu's sensitive parts.
Tonissaar misses with a leg kick.
Tonissaar chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tonissaar moves into range and connects with a jab. #T1#
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar misses with a body shot.
Tenryu throws an overhand right that lands on Tonissaar's shoulder, as Tonissaar tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu works the jab nicely.
Tonissaar throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tenryu.
Tonissaar throws a low kick but Tenryu avoids it.
Tonissaar misses with a leg kick.
Tenryu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tonissaar walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tenryu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tenryu is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tonissaar rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Tenryu defending well as Tonissaar loads up on a big left hand.
Nice body punch from Tonissaar.
Tenryu slips under a jab from Tonissaar.#T2#
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
Tonissaar misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu slips a jab from Tonissaar.
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick.
Tenryu looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tonissaar moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.
Tonissaar walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tenryu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Tonissaar throws a combination that misses
and Tonissaar takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tonissaar tries to work over Tenryu's front leg with a kick but Tenryu checks it.
An inside leg kick from Tonissaar misses.
A big right from Tonissaar misses. #CL#
Tenryu clinches up against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tonissaar fails to land.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Tonissaar doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T3#
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Tonissaar takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tonissaar misses with a body punch.
Tonissaar blocks a body shot from Tenryu. #BC2#
Tonissaar breaks the clinch.
Tonissaar looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Tonissaar throws a left and a right that both miss
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT#That has opened up Baruto Tonissaar's cut even more.
Tonissaar just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
Tonissaar throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tonissaar connects with a leg kick.
Tonissaar connects with an inside leg kick.
Tonissaar lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tenryu's sensitive parts.
Tenryu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tonissaar counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A nice leg kick from Tonissaar, right into the meat of the thigh. #T4#
Tonissaar throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tonissaar.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tonissaar walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tenryu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tonissaar throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tonissaar swings widly with a right hand
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Tonissaar.
Tonissaar throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Tonissaar misses with a low kick.
Tenryu misses with the combination.
Tonissaar scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tenryu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tonissaar throws an off balance right hand
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Baruto Tonissaar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tonissaar 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: SYN 1074 Anton vs Balin
Date: Jun 09, 2024

#R1#
Tenryu misses with a looping left.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Exotic lunges at Tenryu with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tenryu's hand.
Exotic misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tenryu makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the head.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Exotic.
Exotic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Exotic there as he acknowledges the shot.
Tenryu blocks a head kick by Exotic.
Exotic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Exotic takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #T1#
Tenryu throws a sloppy body shot
and Exotic counters with a straight right hand.
Exotic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Exotic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tenryu.
Exotic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tenryu.
Exotic with a nice cross.
Tenryu misses with a looping left.
Tenryu misses with a body shot
and Exotic counters with a stiff right hand.
Exotic scores with a nice right hand.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu moves away from the strike by Exotic.
Tenryu misses with a series of wild punches.
Exotic is looking to counter with head kicks.#T2#
Exotic has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tenryu finds it's way round the side to connect with Exotic's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Exotic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab. #CL2#
Tenryu has closed the distance and engaged Exotic in a clinch.
Exotic tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Exotic back against the cage.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Exotic controls the action.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Exotic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Tenryu closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Exotic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A lazy left from Tenryu finds it's target.#T3#
Exotic moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Tenryu throws a right hand that misses
and Exotic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tenryu thinking.
A jab lands there for Exotic.
Exotic on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Exotic throws a sloppy body shot
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tenryu on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Tenryu takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT#It looks like Gen Tenryu has been cut.
Exotic's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tenryu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Exotic scrambles back to his feet.
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!
Exotic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tenryu looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T4#
Exotic misses with a head kick.
Tenryu is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Exotic just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu misses with a left hand
and Exotic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Exotic has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Exotic there as he acknowledges the shot.
Exotic drops his hands momentarily and Tenryu takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Exotic scores with a hook.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Exotic.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tenryu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Joe Exotic will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Gen Tenryu's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu lands a jab to Exotic's midsection.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the head.
Tenryu connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Exotic with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Exotic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tenryu blocks a head kick by Exotic.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Exotic avoids it with no problem.
Tenryu on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Exotic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
The fighters circling - Tenryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Exotic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu defending well as Exotic loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tenryu throws a poor cross that misses
and Tenryu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tenryu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Exotic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Exotic looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Tenryu thuds his right hand into Exotic's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A big left from Tenryu misses. #T2#
Tenryu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Exotic.
Tenryu has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Exotic.
Tenryu throws a right hand that misses
and Exotic counters with a right hand to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu misses with a right hand
and Exotic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Exotic blocks a jab.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Tenryu blocks a head kick by Exotic.
Exotic slips a jab from Tenryu.
A big left from Exotic misses. #T3#
Tenryu throws out a loose jab but Exotic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Exotic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Exotic throws a head kick that misses.
Exotic cracks Tenryu with an open hand slap.
Exotic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
A chopping leg kick lands by Exotic.
Tenryu might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Exotic lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tenryu's sensitive parts.
Exotic connects with a crisp jab. #T4#
Exotic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Exotic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Exotic connects with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Exotic scores with a jab.#CL2#
Tenryu closes the distance and clinches.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Exotic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tenryu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Exotic wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Exotic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Exotic misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Joe Exotic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gen Tenryu's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A lazy left from Exotic finds it's target.
Exotic lands with an overhand left.
Exotic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Tenryu swings widly with a right hand
and Exotic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tenryu takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #ROC#Tenryu is rocked!
Exotic slips a straight right by Tenryu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu misses with a lunging right hand #KD#
and Exotic counters with a crisp right hand that drops Tenryu! Exotic lets Tenryu back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Tenryu is still on wobbly legs! Can Exotic finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Exotic moves in close and cracks Tenryu with a massive right hand! Tenryu, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Exotic!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Joe Exotic!
An out of breath Joe Exotic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: HZN 19 Shredder v Shakes
Date: May 04, 2024

#R1#
Bizihwaeile lands with a thumping leg kick.
A low kick lands for Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile thows a leg kick but Tenryu checks it
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bizihwaeile swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
That kick from Bizihwaeile tenderised Tenryu's leg. Tenryu is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bizihwaeile shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bizihwaeile connects with a solid leg kick.
Tenryu misses the jab.
Tenryu looks to land a right hand but Bizihwaeile moved out of range.
Tenryu checks a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Bizihwaeile misses the target.
Tenryu appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bizihwaeile takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bizihwaeile swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Bizihwaeile misses with an uppercut #KD#
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bizihwaeile! Tenryu lets Bizihwaeile back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Bizihwaeile is rocked!
Tenryu misses with a left hand
and Bizihwaeile counters with a stiff right hand.
Bizihwaeile is still on wobbly legs! Can Tenryu finish him?#T1#
Bizihwaeile uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
Bizihwaeile seems to have recovered his senses.
Tenryu throws a lazy right hand but Bizihwaeile sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tenryu misses the jab.
Bizihwaeile throws a right and a left that Tenryu avoids nicely.
Bizihwaeile throws a lazy uppercut
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bizihwaeile throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Bizihwaeile staying out of range there.
Tenryu uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bizihwaeile has time to react.
Bizihwaeile swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bizihwaeile fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tenryu misses with a straight left.
Bizihwaeile is looking to clinch.
Tenryu looks to throw the jab but Bizihwaeile is out of range. #T2#
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bizihwaeile sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bizihwaeile pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bizihwaeile throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Bizihwaeile takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bizihwaeile swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tenryu.
Nice uppercut there from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile lands a head shot.#CL2#
Bizihwaeile gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bizihwaeile lands a body punch in the clinch.
Bizihwaeile struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Bizihwaeile wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bizihwaeile lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tenryu or not.
Bizihwaeile struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands. #BC2#
Bizihwaeile manages to break the clinch.
Tenryu is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Tenryu throws an off balance right hand
and Tenryu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Tenryu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Bizihwaeile moves into the clinch.
Bizihwaeile tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Bizihwaeile back against the cage.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Tenryu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bizihwaeile is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T4#
Bizihwaeile presses Tenryu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bizihwaeile throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tenryus head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short left from Bizihwaeile.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Bizihwaeile misses with some punches.
Bizihwaeile wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Bizihwaeile has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Bizihwaeile has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bizihwaeile lands with a left to the head.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bizihwaeile or not.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bizihwaeile throws a head punch that misses.
Bizihwaeile has had enough of the clinch but Tenryu keeps him there for the moment.
Tenryu pushes Bizihwaeile back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile swings away with an uppercut that misses.
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 Gen Tenryu 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#
Bizihwaeile throws a leg kick
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Some bone on bone action there as Tenryu checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bizihwaeile avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tenryu misses with a hook. Bizihwaeile ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu walks into a stiff left hand from Bizihwaeile.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bizihwaeile.
Tenryu takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bizihwaeile tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
Bizihwaeile swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu takes one on the button.
A big left from Bizihwaeile misses.
Tenryu scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bizihwaeile doesn't seem bothered though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bizihwaeile throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Tenryu's head.
Tenryu throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Bizihwaeile misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tenryu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bizihwaeile throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tenryu stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bizihwaeile tries to clinch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Bizihwaeile misses with a lunging right hand
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slow jab from Bizihwaeile misses its intended target.
Bizihwaeile throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bizihwaeile.
Tenryu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Some wild striking there from Bizihwaeile.
Tenryu was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bizihwaeile misses with a straight right.
Tenryu moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bizihwaeile swings widly with a right hand
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Bizihwaeile with a hook.
Bizihwaeile pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tenryu is out of range and Bizihwaeile settles back down.
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big left from Bizihwaeile misses.
Bizihwaeile avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bizihwaeile throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
As Bizihwaeile looks to move away, Tenryu throws a big counter combo but Bizihwaeile just gets out of the way.
Bizihwaeile dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tenryu lands a slapping body shot.
Bizihwaeile misses the jab.
Tenryu is looking to counter punch.
Bizihwaeile feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tenryu throws an overhand right that lands on Bizihwaeile's shoulder, as Bizihwaeile tries to avoid the shot.
Bizihwaeile uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tenryu.
Some wild striking there from Bizihwaeile. #T3#
Bizihwaeile throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bizihwaeile misses with a double jab.
Bizihwaeile throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Bizihwaeile.
Tenryu appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Bizihwaeile ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tenryu moves out of range of the strikes.
Bizihwaeile pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tenryu back to the cage. Bizihwaeile follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bizihwaeile uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Jab by Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile misses with a double jab
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
A low kick from Bizihwaeile misses
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sloppy strikes from Bizihwaeile. Those never looked like landing.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bizihwaeile falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Bizihwaeile is breathing heavily.
Tenryu tries to move into range but Bizihwaeile moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
A combination from Tenryu does no damage.
Bizihwaeile throws a lazy uppercut
and Bizihwaeile takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tenryu throws a hook but Bizihwaeile avoids it easily.
Bizihwaeile misses with a hook
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Gen Tenryu is winning the standup battle so far.
Bizihwaeile looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
Tenryu cracks Bizihwaeile with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Bizihwaeile throws a combination. Tenryu tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Bizihwaeile on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Bizihwaeile swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bizihwaeile jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bizihwaeile avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Bizihwaeile.
Tenryu scores with a punch to the head.
Tenryu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizihwaeile tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bizihwaeile thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bizihwaeile throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
It looked like Tenryu was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Tenryu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bizihwaeile misses with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Bizihwaeile does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bizihwaeile throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.#CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch successfully.
Bizihwaeile scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head.
A left hand lands to the body for Tenryu.
Bizihwaeile takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Bizihwaeile.
Bizihwaeile stalling against the cage.
Bizihwaeile tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Bizihwaeile back against the cage.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bizihwaeile has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bizihwaeile tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Bizihwaeile lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Bizihwaeile blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bizihwaeile misses with the head strike.
A hook to the body from Bizihwaeile.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bizihwaeile wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
A left hand lands to the body for Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Bizihwaeile can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Bizihwaeile lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bizihwaeiles head.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Bizihwaeile tries to tie him up.
Bizihwaeile pressing his opponent against the cage. #T3#
A shot in the inside from Bizihwaeile.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Gen Tenryu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Bizihwaeile lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #BC2#
Bizihwaeile breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bizihwaeile dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tenryu lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bizihwaeile circles away quickly and effectively.
Bizihwaeile fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Tenryu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bizihwaeile misses with a body shot.
A lazy left from Bizihwaeile finds it's target.
The fighters circling - Bizihwaeile throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu walks into a jab.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bizihwaeile throws a series of punches but Tenryu avoids them all with ease.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bizihwaeile darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bizihwaeile tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut.
Bizihwaeile throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Tenryu misses with a body punch
and Bizihwaeile counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bizihwaeile thuds his right hand into Tenryu's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bizihwaeile moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bizihwaeile's corner calls for a 1-2. Bizihwaeile obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tenryu takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bizihwaeile throws a combination that misses
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Feaqeuin Bizihwaeile comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bizihwaeile 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 28:29

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

Event: HZN 15 Tenryu v Doherty
Date: Apr 06, 2024

#R1#
Doherty misses with a jab to the body
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Doherty throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Doherty with a jab.
Tenryu walks into a left hand.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Doherty misses with a body shot.
Tenryu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Doherty throws out the jab.
Tenryu lands with a cross.
Doherty avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
A lazy left from Doherty finds it's target.
Tenryu walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#KD2#
Doherty lands a big head kick that sends Tenryu tumbling to the mat! Doherty takes a step backwards and waves Tenryu back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Tenryu is rocked!
Sloppy strikes from Tenryu. Those never looked like landing.
Oh Tenryu is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Doherty ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tenryu seems to have got his legs back now.
Doherty throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Doherty fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Tenryu to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Tenryu looks to clinch but Doherty throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Tenryu taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Cathal Doherty!
Cathal Doherty is the new middleweight champion!
Cathal Doherty decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HZN 10 Tenryu v Tuythuhlz
Date: Mar 02, 2024

#R1##CL#
Tenryu pushes Tuytuhlz up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Tuytuhlz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Jab by Tuytuhlz.
Tuytuhlz walks into a jab.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Tuytuhlz looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A swing and a miss from Tenryu.
Tuytuhlz throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Tuytuhlz manages to avoid it.
Nice shot lands for Tuytuhlz.
Tuytuhlz throws a series of strikes that have Tenryu backpedaling.
Tenryu takes a swing at Tuytuhlz's ribcage but misses. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tuytuhlz has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tenryu is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Tuytuhlz breaks from the clinch.
Tuytuhlz scores with a punch to the head.
Tuytuhlz lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A combination from Tuytuhlz does no damage. #T1#
Tuytuhlz throws out a loose jab but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tuytuhlz ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Tenryu clinches up with Tuytuhlz and pushes him back against the cage.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tuytuhlz's elbow.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tenryu is leaning against Tuytuhlz and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tenryu controlling the action here for a moment.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Tuytuhlz blocks it.
Tuytuhlz tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Tuytuhlz back against the cage.
Tuytuhlz throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Tuytuhlz lands with a right to the head.
Tuytuhlz has had enough of the clinch but Tenryu keeps him there for the moment.
Tuytuhlz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tuytuhlz throws an elbow that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tuytuhlz is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Tenryu stalls.
Tuytuhlz lands a body shot.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Tuytuhlz looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tuytuhlz lands with a light punch inside.
Tuytuhlz misses with a punch to the body.
A right handed body shot lands from Tuytuhlz.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tuytuhlz backwards. #BC2#
Tuytuhlz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tenryu moves in looking to clinch but Tuytuhlz pushes him off.
Tuytuhlz doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tuytuhlz closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tuytuhlz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Tenryu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tuytuhlz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Tuytuhlz moves away and avoids it.
Tuytuhlz getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tenryu jabs Tuytuhlz to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tenryu is looking to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Tuytuhlz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tuytuhlz is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Tuytuhlz keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tuytuhlz! But no joy.
Tenryu misses with a body punch
letting Tuytuhlz counter with a right hand.
Tuytuhlz scores with a hook.
Tenryu misses with a body shot
and Tuytuhlz counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tuytuhlz has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tenryu tries to clinch up.#T4#
Tenryu with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Tuytuhlz to score with a decent uppercut.
Tuytuhlz has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tuytuhlz.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Tuytuhlz manages to avoid it.
Tuytuhlz jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tuytuhlz throws a right hand that Tenryu ducks under and follows up with a left that Tenryu also avoids with ease.
Tuytuhlz throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tuytuhlz moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.
Tenryu tries to clinch but Tuytuhlz moves out of range.
Tuytuhlz moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CL#
Tenryu closes the distance and clinches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tuytuhlz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tuytuhlz wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tuytuhlz lands a nice elbow.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tuytuhlz's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lyke Tuytuhlz dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Tuytuhlz moves into the clinch successfully.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Tuytuhlz just misses with a elbow thrown towards Tenryu's brow.
Tuytuhlz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
A short right from Tuytuhlz on the inside.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Tuytuhlz's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tuytuhlz's gas tank.
Tuytuhlz lands an elbow inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tuytuhlz gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tuytuhlz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu dodges an elbow strike from Tuytuhlz.
Tenryu works on Tuytuhlz's body with a couple of short punches.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tuytuhlz backwards.
Tuytuhlz has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tuytuhlz can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action. #T1#
Tenryu blocks the elbow strike.
Tuytuhlz digs a right hand underneath Tenryu's ribcage. Tenryu let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Tuytuhlz throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Tuytuhlz misses with a body punch.
A short right from Tuytuhlz.
Tuytuhlz lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Tenryu leaning his opponent against the cage.
Tuytuhlz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Tuytuhlz.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tuytuhlz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tuytuhlz lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tuytuhlz blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Gen Tenryu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tuytuhlz lands an elbow inside.
Tuytuhlz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tenryus head.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tuytuhlz can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Tuytuhlz lands an elbow inside that Tenryu shrugs off.
Tuytuhlz blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tuytuhlz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tuytuhlz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Tuytuhlz misses with the head strike.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.#BC2#
Tuytuhlz pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gen Tenryu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tenryu cracks a nice hook into Tuytuhlz's ribs.
Tuytuhlz might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#CL#
Tenryu gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tuytuhlz misses with an elbow strike.
Tuytuhlz wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Good body shot from Tuytuhlz.
Tuytuhlz blocking some punches.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tuytuhlz backwards.
Tenryu avoids the elbow strike from Tuytuhlz, against the cage.
Tuytuhlz lands a shot to the body.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tuytuhlz swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC2#
Tuytuhlz breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu wants to clinch
and Tuytuhlz counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tuytuhlz is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Tuytuhlz lands an overhand right.
Tuytuhlz cracks Tenryu with a good jab.
Tenryu is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Tuytuhlz's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Tenryu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tenryu lands a jab to Tuytuhlz's midsection.
Tuytuhlz waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tenryu.
Tenryu takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tuytuhlz closes the distance but Tenryu moves to the side
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.
Tuytuhlz changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tuytuhlz misses with a wild combination.
Tenryu appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Lyke Tuytuhlz will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
A combination from Tuytuhlz does no damage.
Tuytuhlz slips a straight right by Tenryu.
A nice side step and Tuytuhlz releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lyke Tuytuhlz seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tuytuhlz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tuytuhlz avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu closes the distance but Tuytuhlz moves to the side
and Tuytuhlz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tenryu tries to clinch but Tuytuhlz is having none of it.
Tuytuhlz throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tenryu's corner calls for a 1-2. Tenryu obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tuytuhlz on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuytuhlz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a series of punches but Tuytuhlz avoids them all with ease.
Tuytuhlz throws out a counter right but Tenryu avoids it with no problem.
Tuytuhlz takes one to the chin there.#ROC#Tuytuhlz is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tuytuhlz is still on wobbly legs! Can Tenryu finish him?
Tuytuhlz takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Tenryu drives through and clinches with Tuytuhlz against the cage.
Tenryu creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Tuytuhlz's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Tuytuhlz drops to his knees and Tenryu pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu retains his middleweight title!
Gen Tenryu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: HZN 6 Tenryu v Farah
Date: Feb 09, 2024

#R1#
Farah takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tenryu connects with the punch.#CUT#It looks like Abdo Farah has been cut.
Farah scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Farah digs a good hook to Tenryu's body. #CL2#
Farah has managed to clinch.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Farah is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu is controlling him.
Farah struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands. #BC2#
Farah breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch successfully.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike.
Farah prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Farah lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tenryu presses Farah against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Farah throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Farah escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T1#
Farah scores with a jab to the head.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Farah moves away and avoids it.
Tenryu lands with an uppercut that bounces Farah off the cage and back into range.
Farah moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
Farah displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
The crowd cheers as Farah lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tenryu doesn't seem phased though.
Farah lands a right hook to the body.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Farah tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Farah moves out of range.
Farah lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu throws an overhand right that lands on Farah's shoulder, as Farah tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Farah scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A telegraphed right hand from Tenryu misses the target.
Farah swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Tenryu misses its target.#CL#
Tenryu takes the fight into the clinch. #T2#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Farah lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Farah fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Farah lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Farah controls his hands.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Farah wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Farah has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Tenryu seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Farah can turn it around.
Farah prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farah's elbow.
Tenryu pushes Farah back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Farah misses with some punches.
Tenryu letting Farah take a breather here.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu has Farah pushed against the cage.#T3#
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Farah misses with the head strike.
Farah lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
Farah misses with a body punch.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Farah is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tenryu pushes Farah back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu displaying some good clinch control by pressing Farah up against the cage.
Farah tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Farah back against the cage.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Farah misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Farah scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4#
Farah stalling in the clinch.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Farah's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Farah breaks from the clinch.
Tenryu defending well as Farah loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Farah.
Tenryu throws a series of punches but Farah avoids them all with ease.
Farah tries to clinch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Jab from Farah.
Farah lands a slapping body shot.
Farah looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jab by Farah.
Tenryu swings for the body but Farah moves out of range.
Farah pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Farah lands with a good body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Farah displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab. #CL2#
Farah takes the fight into the clinch.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Abdo Farah will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Abdo Farah'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#
Farah circles away from the clinch attempt.
Farah bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Farah throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Farah misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu scores with a crisp jab that stopped Farah in his tracks.
Farah misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Farah lands a nice shot that snaps Tenryu's head back.
Farah throws a body shot but no joy.
Tenryu defending well as Farah loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu throws a hook but Farah blocks it.
Farah swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Farah keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
Farah misses with a straight right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Tenryu moves into range and clinches up with Farah.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Farah.
A short uppercut from Farah.
Farah wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Gen Tenryu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Farah lands an uppercut.
Tenryu lands a body shot. #T1#
Tenryu has Farah pressed against the cage, preventing Farah from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Farah wants to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Farah fails to land.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Farah tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Farah misses with a hook to the ribs.
Farah prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Farah is breathing heavily.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Farah tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Farah's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Farah's gas tank.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Farah throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu 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.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farah's elbow.
Farah can't break the clinch.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Good body shot from Tenryu. #T2#
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Farah misses with a punch to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Farah's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Farah blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Farah controls the action.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farah's elbow.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Farah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Farah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Farah fails to land.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike. #T3#
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tenryu pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Farah wants to break free but Tenryu has control.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Farah.
Farah swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Farah tries to circle away but Tenryu has him pinned against the cage.
Farah is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu is controlling him.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Abdo Farah's cut even more.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Farah or not.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Farah's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Farah's gas tank.
Tenryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Nice body punch from Tenryu. #T4#
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Farah is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu is controlling him.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Farah's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Farah's gas tank.
Tenryu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Farah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Farah prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Farah controls the action.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Farah lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Farah can do to turn this around?
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Farah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu gets through Farah's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Farah throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Abdo Farah's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Farah dodges the punch combination from Tenryu.
The fighters circling - Farah throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gen Tenryu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tenryu lands with an overhand left.
Farah uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tenryu. #KD#
Tenryu lands a left and a right that send Farah crashing to the mat, dazed. Tenryu thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
Tenryu throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Farah.
Abdo Farah seems to be getting the better of the standup.
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!
Tenryu connects with a body shot.
A jab from Farah misses.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body. Farah takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Farah moves away and avoids it.
Farah misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Farah. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Farah blocks a jab.
Farah takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Farah connects with a looping right hand.
Farah fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.#CL#
Tenryu instigates a clinch. #T1#
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Farah.
Farah doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Farahs head.
Farah struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Farah can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Farah blocks it.
A left hand lands to the body for Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
Tenryu pushes Farah back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Tenryu - that landed with a thud.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Tenryu works on Farah's body with a couple of short punches.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Farah or not.
Tenryu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Good body shot from Tenryu.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farah's elbow.
Farah lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Farah tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Farah swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Farah tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Farah's head.
Good body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Farah backwards. #CUT#The cut above Abdo Farah's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Farah.
Tenryu works on Farah's body with a couple of short punches.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Farah avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3#
Tenryu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Farah's ribcage. Farah let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tenryu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tenryu cracks Farah with a nice body shot.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu pushes Farah back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Farah tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Farah back against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Farah misses with some punches.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Farah looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T4#
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Farah misses with some punches.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu lands a right hand. #ROC#Farah is rocked!
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Farah is still on wobbly legs! Can Tenryu finish him?
Farah blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Farah seems to have recovered his senses.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Farah blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Farah tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Farah avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Tenryu.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Abdo Farah'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.#R4#
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Farah fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tenryu appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Farah slips a jab from Tenryu.
Farah misses with a body shot.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Farah manages to circle out of the way.
Tenryu lands a lovely overhand right.
Farah throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu scores with a jab. Farah acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #KD#
Tenryu sends Farah crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Tenryu is motioning to the referee to let Farah up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Farah tries to keep at a distance but Tenryu has taken the fight into the clinch.
Farah blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Farah.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu pushes Farah back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Farah.
Tenryu presses Farah against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Farah is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T1#
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Farah misses with some punches.
Tenryu has Farah pushed against the cage.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Farah controls the action.
Farah tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Farah misses with a hook to the ribs.
Farah blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Farah has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Farah works on Tenryu's body with a couple of short punches.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Farah wants to stall.
Tenryu is leaning against Farah and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu is working Farah over against the cage.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T2#
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
A left hand lands to the body for Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu cracks Farah with a nice body shot.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Farah or not.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Farah blocks it.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Tenryu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#CUT#Abdo Farah's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Farah's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Farah's gas tank. #T3#
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
Farah takes a shot to the head.
Tenryu gets through Farah's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Farah tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Farah back against the cage.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farah's elbow.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Farah or not.
Good body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tenryu working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Tenryu effectively controlling the action here.
Tenryu has Farah pressed against the cage, preventing Farah from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T4#
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
Tenryu presses Farah against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Farah avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Tenryu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
A short right from Tenryu.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Farah's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Farah's gas tank.
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Farah's elbow.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tenryu pushes Farah back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tenryu pushes Farah back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tenryu is working Farah over against the cage.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Farah backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu had his way with Abdo Farah in that round.
The cut man is working on Abdo Farah's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Tenryu feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Farahs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tenryu tries to clinch but Farah moves out of range.
Tenryu tries to close the distance and clinch but Farah swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tenryu lands the left hand.
Tenryu throws an overhand right that drops Farah like a sack of potatoes! Tenryu dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 5, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu is the new middleweight champion!
After winning the bout, Gen Tenryu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: HZN 3 Lancaster v Tenryu
Date: Jan 19, 2024

#R1#
Lancaster connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tenryu. Tenryu circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Lancaster misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
A swing and a miss from Lancaster.
Lancaster ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Tenryu moves away from the strike by Lancaster.
Lancaster has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Tōshi in the buildup to the fight.
Tenryu throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lancaster shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tenryu slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tenryu takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CL2#
Tenryu clinches with his opponent.
Lancaster misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lancaster.
Lancaster tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Lancaster back against the cage. #BC#
Lancaster breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lancaster thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lancaster fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Tenryu lands a really nice looking cross but Lancaster seems unphased.
Lancaster's corner calls for a 1-2. Lancaster obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Tenryu is looking to clinch but Lancaster is avoiding it.
Lancaster jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu slips a jab from Lancaster.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1##KD2#
Tenryu lands a big uppercut and Lancaster crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Lancaster looks OK. Tenryu waves Lancaster back to his feet!#ROC2#Lancaster is rocked!
Lancaster throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lancaster looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Tenryu cracks Lancaster with a hook to the temple - Lancaster is on wobbly legs here! Tenryu swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Lancaster falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Tenryu wins by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Gen Tenryu!
After winning the bout, Gen Tenryu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SMASH:Nascimento vs Gustafsson
Date: Dec 16, 2023

#R1#
Hall fakes the leg kick and cracks Tenryu in the body.
Tenryu tries to clinch up but Hall circles away and keeps his distance.
Tenryu blocks the body kick.
Hall scoring well with a low kick there.
Hall tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Hall moves into the clinch successfully.
Hall throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Hall lands a body punch.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Halls head.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action.
Hall looking to slow down the pace here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Hall lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action.
Hall wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T1#
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Hall avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Hall tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hall's elbow.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Hall.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action. #BC#
Hall escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A lazy left from Tenryu finds it's target.
Henry Hall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tenryu tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Hall paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Hall misses the shot to the body.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Hall is just out of range.
Hall throws out a loose jab but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hall cracks Tenryu with a good jab.
Tenryu tries to clinch but Hall is having none of it. #T2#
Tenryu misses with a hook.
Hall with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Hall looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Hall manages to avoid it.
Hall tries to land a leg kick but Tenryu saw it coming and moves away.
Hall bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hall lands a body shot.
Hall misses with a low kick.
Hall misses with a jab to the body
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tenryu dodges the punch combination from Hall.
Hall avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Hall throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Tenryu blocks a jab.#T3#
Tenryu lands the left hand.
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
Hall scores with a nice strike.
Tenryu throws a good cross that connects.
Hall lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hall throws a leg kick but Tenryu checks it.
Tenryu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tenryu takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the head.
Hall lands a nice hook to Tenryu's body. Tenryu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hall connects with a right hand. Tenryu shakes it off.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Nice shot lands for Hall.#T4#
Tenryu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hall digs a good hook to Tenryu's body.
Hall throws a right and a left that both miss.
A countering left hand to the body from Tenryu misses.
Hall digs a good hook to Tenryu's body. #CL2#
Tenryu moves into range and clinches up with Hall.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Hall. #BC#
Hall escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Hall chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Hall connects with a looping right hand.
Hall lands a slapping body shot.
Hall takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CL#
Hall moves into the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Henry Hall dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hall lands a jab.
Tenryu has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Hall.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tenryu in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Hall throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tenryu counters with a left to the body.
Hall uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
Tenryu keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Hall throws a push kick but Tenryu slaps the foot to one side.
A nice side step and Tenryu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL#
Hall has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Hall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall misses with a punch to the body.
Hall prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Hall misses with a punch to the body.
Hall lands with a short shot to the head.
Stalling in the clinch from Hall.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside. #T1#
Hall scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Hall working aggressively here.
Hall tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action.
Hall tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Hall controls his hands.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Hall lands a shoulder strike.
Hall's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Hall lands an uppercut.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hall backwards.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Hall.
Hall is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Hall can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hall misses with a punch on the inside. #T2#
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hall.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tenryu tries to work over Hall's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu is working Hall over against the cage.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu stalling in the clinch.
Hall tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Hall back against the cage.
Hall fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hall makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Nice body punch from Hall - that landed with a thud.
Hall lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hall's elbow.
Hall tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hall lands an uppercut.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hall tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short uppercut from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Hall backwards.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Hall.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hall backwards.
Tenryu trying to control the position but instead, Hall has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tenryu into the cage.
Hall tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hall lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hall swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hall doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hall prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Hall misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action.
Hall fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hall misses with some punches.
Hall looking to stall.
Hall is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Hall misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gen Tenryu will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tenryu blocks a leg kick.
Tenryu misses with a hook.#CL#
Hall moves into the clinch successfully.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
A body shot lands from Tenryu.
Hall misses with the head strike.
A right hook to the body lands for Hall.
Tenryu pushes Hall back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu is working Hall over against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hall tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Hall throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Hall blocks it.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside. #T1#
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Hall avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Hall blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hall throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hall prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action.
Hall lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hall works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Hall's ribcage. Hall let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2#
Tenryu is leaning against Hall and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Hall's head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike.
Hall goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Hall's head.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Hall blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Hall misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Hall's elbow.
Hall blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Hall controls his hands.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Hall's ribcage. Hall let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Hall trying to stall but Tenryu improves his position.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hall backwards.
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hall.
Hall is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Hall blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Hall tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs. #T4#
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Tenryu is leaning against Hall and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A short right from Tenryu.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hall misses with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
A body shot lands from Tenryu.
Tenryu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Hall swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu avoiding damage.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Hall blocks a body shot from Tenryu.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gen Tenryu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tenryu 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gen Tenryu!
Our winner, Gen Tenryu, 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: SMASH:220
Date: Nov 19, 2023

#R1#
A head kick by Abdul Karim misses #CL2#
and Tenryu counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Abdul Karim is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Tenryu gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Abdul Karim struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
A short left from Abdul Karim.
Tenryu gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Abdul Karim. #TD#
Abdul Karim turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Abdul Karim manages to end up in side control.
Abdul Karim controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abdul Karim working away.#T1#
Abdul Karim looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tenryu is avoiding damage well.
Abdul Karim remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL#
Abdul Karim moves into the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Abdul Karim is trying to break free.
Abdul Karim takes a shot to the head.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Abdul Karim has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tenryu after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khadem Abdul Karim. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abdul Karim misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
A short right from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Abdul Karim lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Abdul Karim tries for a takedown but Tenryu manages to get underhooks.
Abdul Karim wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu looking to slow down the pace here.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Abdul Karim seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.#T3#
Tenryu wants to stall.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Abdul Karim's elbow.
Abdul Karim misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Abdul Karim.
A short right from Abdul Karim on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Abdul Karim is looking to take this one to the mat.
Abdul Karim misses with some punches.
Abdul Karim takes a shot to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Abdul Karim is trying to break free.
Abdul Karim drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tenryu gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Abdul Karim is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tenryu pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Abdul Karim is trying to trip Tenryu. He has hold of a leg but Tenryu is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Abdul Karim persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Abdul Karim pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tenryu is keeping the position for now.
Tenryu has his hands on Abdul Karim's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Abdul Karim wants to pass the guard but Tenryu is keeping the position.
Abdul Karim lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Tenryu trying to control the position.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gen Tenryu will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
A head kick misses from Abdul Karim.
Tenryu takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Tenryu lands with an uppercut that bounces Abdul Karim off the cage and back into range.
Abdul Karim pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've been told by Abdul Karim's head coaches at HELLCADEMY that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Abdul Karim throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a hook to the side of Abdul Karim's head but Abdul Karim sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Abdul Karim throws a series of punches but Tenryu avoids them all with ease.
Abdul Karim lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tenryu works Abdul Karim's body with a nice hook.
Tenryu connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Abdul Karim fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tenryu throws a jab when Abdul Karim was well out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Abdul Karim's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Abdul Karim's efforts to push away.#T1#
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Abdul Karim is looking to take this one to the mat.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Abdul Karim throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#TD#
Abdul Karim gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Tenryu is looking to get back to is feet but Abdul Karim passes into side control.
Tenryu is trying to get back to half guard.
Tenryu pushes Abdul Karim away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Abdul Karim gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Tenryu is trying to control Abdul Karim's posture but Abdul Karim avoids it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
A lull in the action here as Abdul Karim stalls from top position.#SUB#
Abdul Karim is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tenryu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Abdul Karim trying to control the position but Tenryu is working away. #T3##SUB#
Abdul Karim is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tenryu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Tenryu is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Abdul Karim trying to control the position but Tenryu is working away. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Abdul Karim prevents Tenryu from escaping the position.
Abdul Karim trying to control the action but Tenryu is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Abdul Karim moves out of range.
Abdul Karim looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Abdul Karim throws a series of punches but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A head kick misses from Abdul Karim.
Abdul Karim misses with a series of wild punches.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Abdul Karim cracks Tenryu with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Abdul Karim tries a head kick but it misses.
Abdul Karim sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Abdul Karim avoids it this time.
Tenryu throws a right and a left that Abdul Karim avoids nicely.
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 Khadem Abdul Karim will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Tenryu misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tenryu throws a looping overhand right but Abdul Karim ducks down to avoid it.
Tenryu missing with a left hand there. Abdul Karim was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu blocks a head kick by Abdul Karim.
Abdul Karim throws a head kick that misses.
Tenryu fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Abdul Karim paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Jab from Abdul Karim.
Abdul Karim throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Abdul Karim throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Abdul Karim moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.#CL#
Abdul Karim closes the distance and clinches.
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Abdul Karim 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.#T1#
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Abdul Karim is working for takedown but Tenryu is calmly controlling the position for now.
Abdul Karim works on Tenryu's body with a couple of short punches.
Tenryu tries to work over Abdul Karim's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu has Abdul Karim pressed against the cage, preventing Abdul Karim from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Abdul Karim lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Abdul Karim struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Abdul Karim's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Abdul Karim goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tenryu prevents it.
Tenryu stops a takedown attempt from Abdul Karim.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Khadem Abdul Karim. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Abdul Karim tries to break free but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage.
Abdul Karim misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu keeps control of Abdul Karim as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Abdul Karim is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Tenryu pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Abdul Karim misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Abdul Karim is trying to force a seperation but Tenryu has the dominant position.
Abdul Karim is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu prevents the takedown attempt. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Abdul Karim's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Abdul Karim's gas tank.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A short left from Tenryu.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Abdul Karim changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tenryu fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tenryu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Abdul Karim looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tenryu wants to clinch up but Abdul Karim keeps it at a distance.
Khadem Abdul Karim is winning the standup battle so far.
Abdul Karim throws a series of punches but Tenryu moves out of range. #CL2#
Tenryu pushes Abdul Karim up against the cage in a clinch.
A short uppercut from Tenryu. #T3#
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Abdul Karim tries to score a body lock takedown but Tenryu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Abdul Karim wants to take the fight to the mat but Tenryu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Abdul Karim tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tenryu avoiding damage.
Tenryu pushes Abdul Karim back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu presses Abdul Karim against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Abdul Karim goes for a takedown attempt but Tenryu pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tenryu misses with a straight left.
Tenryu missing with a left hand there. Abdul Karim was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Abdul Karim lands with a nice body punch. #CL2#
Tenryu rushes Abdul Karim and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Abdul Karim misses with some punches. #T4#
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Abdul Karim's ribcage. Abdul Karim let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Abdul Karim's head.
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tenryu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC2#Abdul Karim is rocked!
A short uppercut from Tenryu.
Oh Abdul Karim is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nice body punch from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Tenryu is leaning against Abdul Karim and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu creates a bit of space for himself and rocks Abdul Karim with a big uppercut! Abdul Karim tries to clinch up but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage and lands another monster strike that crumples Abdul Karim to the mat! Abdul Karim covers up and Tenryu unloads with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: SMASH: Erdogan vs Kowalkiewicz
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1#
Mukunzi doesn't manage to clinch there - Tenryu circles away.
Mukunzi scores with a spinning back kick!
Tenryu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Mukunzi saw that one coming.
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
Mukunzi seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Tenryu tries to clinch there but Mukunzi circles away.
Mukunzi bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tenryu's head backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mukunzi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
Mukunzi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Mukunzi saw that one coming.
Mukunzi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Good shot there by Mukunzi.#T1#
Tenryu throws a right hand that misses
and Mukunzi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Tenryu thinking.
Mukunzi misses the jab.
Mukunzi lands with a good body shot.
Mukunzi connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tenryu moves forwards but Mukunzi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tenryu misses with a left hand
and Mukunzi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL#
Mukunzi clinches.
A frustrated look appears on Mukunzi's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mukunzi has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu. #T2#
Mukunzi throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Mukunzi controls his hands.
A right hook to the body lands for Mukunzi. #BC#
Mukunzi breaks from the clinch.
Mukunzi moves in looking to clinch but Tenryu pushes him off.
Tenryu takes one on the button.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu swings widly with a right hand
and Mukunzi counters with a left to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Mukunzi misses the target.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Mukunzi moved out of range nicely.
Mukunzi throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut
and Mukunzi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Mukunzi is looking to clinch but Tenryu is avoiding it.
Tenryu takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Mukunzi scores with a shot to the body.
Mukunzi misses with a right hand
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Mukunzi.
Mukunzi wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
Mukunzi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tenryu might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Mukunzi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tenryu at a distance. #T4#
Mukunzi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Mukunzi scores with a kick to the midsection.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Tenryu misses.
Mukunzi slips under a jab.
Tenryu wants to clinch
and Mukunzi counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Mukunzi forces Tenryu back against the cage and clinches.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Salomon Mukunzi 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#
Mukunzi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Mukunzi moves out of range.
Mukunzi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
It appears Mukunzi was looking to counter with a kick there.
Mukunzi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Tenryu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Mukunzi finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mukunzi fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Mukunzi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Mukunzi misses the jab.
Mukunzi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tenryu.
Mukunzi jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Mukunzi. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Salomon Mukunzi is winning the standup battle so far.
Mukunzi is looking to clinch but Tenryu is avoiding it.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Mukunzi.
Mukunzi misses the shot to the body.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tenryu lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Mukunzi at a distance.
Mukunzi lands a nice shot to the body.
Mukunzi looks to throw a body kick
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Mukunzi throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Tenryu drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T2#
Nice straight punches there by Tenryu. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tenryu.
Mukunzi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Mukunzi moves out of range.
Mukunzi is looking to counter punch.
Mukunzi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Mukunzi.
Mukunzi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tenryu takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu scores with a hook.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T3#
Mukunzi tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mukunzi tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mukunzi throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu tries to stall but Mukunzi uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Mukunzi lands with a light punch inside.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Mukunzi is leaning against Tenryu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A body shot lands from Mukunzi.
Tenryu is breathing heavily.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Mukunzi.
Mukunzi tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Mukunzi back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Mukunzi.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mukunzi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu stalling in the clinch but Mukunzi improves position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mukunzi.
A head punch on the inside from Mukunzi fails to land.
Mukunzi misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Mukunzi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu gets through Mukunzi's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Mukunzi blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Mukunzi lands on the inside with an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mukunzi.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Mukunzi seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Mukunzi.
Mukunzi misses with a body punch.
Mukunzi lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mukunzi blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
A right hand to the body from Mukunzi.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mukunzi lands with a left to the head.
Mukunzi throws a head punch that misses.
Mukunzi working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mukunzi doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mukunzi blocking some punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Salomon Mukunzi dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
A thudding body kick lands there by Mukunzi!
Mukunzi lands a right hook to the body.
Mukunzi swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Nice straight punches there by Mukunzi. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Mukunzi.
Tenryu closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Mukunzi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Tenryu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mukunzi misses the shot to the body.
Tenryu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Tenryu tries to move into range but Mukunzi moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
Mukunzi loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Mukunzi scores with a decent looking hook.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Mukunzi connects with a looping right hand.
Mukunzi is looking to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Tenryu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mukunzi misses with an attempted mid kick. #CL#
Mukunzi forces Tenryu back against the cage and clinches.
Mukunzi can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Mukunzi working aggressively here. #T2#
A nice left hand lands by Mukunzi.
Mukunzi lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Mukunzi misses with the head strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mukunzi.
A body shot lands from Mukunzi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mukunzi misses with some punches.
Mukunzi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mukunzi swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Salomon Mukunzi has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Mukunzi's ribcage. Mukunzi let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mukunzi goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mukunzi has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mukunzi lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu misses with the head strike. #T3#
Nice body punch from Tenryu - that landed with a thud.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Mukunzi avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
A short body shot lands from Mukunzi as the two fighters clinch.
Tenryu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Mukunzi scores with a shoulder strike.
Mukunzi lands with a left to the head.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Salomon Mukunzi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu taking a breather.
Mukunzi lands a body punch.
Mukunzi blocking some punches.
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Mukunzi misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T4#
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Mukunzi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Mukunzi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Mukunzi.
Mukunzi blocks an uppercut.
Mukunzi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Salomon Mukunzi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Mukunzi 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 Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Puff
Date: Sep 30, 2023

#R1#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tenryu, as that shot connected.
Tenryu darts in trying to clinch
and Kowalkiewicz counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Tenryu rushes Kowalkiewicz and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kowalkiewicz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kowalkiewicz has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz cracks Tenryu with a nice body shot.
Kowalkiewicz fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu. #T1#
Kowalkiewicz swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nice body punch from Kowalkiewicz - that landed with a thud.
Kowalkiewicz's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Kowalkiewicz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kowalkiewicz blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Kowalkiewicz.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Kowalkiewicz as Tenryu tries to tie him up.
Kowalkiewicz lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kowalkiewicz throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz stalling.
A head punch on the inside from Kowalkiewicz fails to land.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Kowalkiewicz seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalkiewicz blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Kowalkiewicz lands with a light punch inside.
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!
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz misses with the head strike.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kowalkiewicz swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Kowalkiewicz tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz as the two fighters clinch.
Kowalkiewicz misses with some punches.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu has Kowalkiewicz pushed against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz working aggressively here.
Kowalkiewicz presses Tenryu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice uppercut.
I was talking to Kowalkiewicz's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu trying to stall but Kowalkiewicz improves his position.
Kowalkiewicz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Kowalkiewicz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kowalkiewicz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short right from Kowalkiewicz.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kowalkiewicz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kowalkiewicz throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tenryus head.
Tenryu gets through Kowalkiewicz's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Kowalkiewicz controls the action.
Kowalkiewicz throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
A body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu trying to stall but Kowalkiewicz improves his position.
Kowalkiewicz working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kowalkiewicz is working Tenryu over against the cage.#T4#
A short right from Kowalkiewicz on the inside.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shoulder strike.
Kowalkiewicz struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kowalkiewicz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kowalkiewicz has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kowalkiewicz lands an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Tenryu.
Tenryu trying to stall but Kowalkiewicz improves his position.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Kowalkiewicz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michał Kowalkiewicz dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kowalkiewicz swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kowalkiewicz throws a leg kick but Tenryu moved away.
Kowalkiewicz fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a jab to the body.
Jab by Kowalkiewicz.#T1#
Tenryu scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tenryu loads up on a big right hand but Kowalkiewicz slips the punch.
Kowalkiewicz tries to clinch up but Tenryu circles away and keeps his distance.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Kowalkiewicz throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kowalkiewicz wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
Tenryu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kowalkiewicz lands an overhand right.
A swing and a miss from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws an off balance right hand #KD#
and Kowalkiewicz counters with a crisp one two that drops Tenryu! Kowalkiewicz thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Tenryu to his feet! Tenryu is in big trouble!#ROC#Tenryu is rocked!#CL#
Kowalkiewicz fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tenryu, pushing him back against the cage.
Tenryu is still on wobbly legs! Can Kowalkiewicz finish him?#T2#
Kowalkiewicz working aggressively here.
Kowalkiewicz struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Kowalkiewicz lands a left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kowalkiewicz tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Kowalkiewicz back against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot.
Tenryu seems to have recovered his senses.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kowalkiewicz controls his hands.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch.
Tenryu is breathing heavily.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Kowalkiewicz controls the action.
Kowalkiewicz tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Kowalkiewicz avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a shoulder strike.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
A short right from Kowalkiewicz on the inside.
Good body shot from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Stalling in the clinch from Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Kowalkiewicz controls the action.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tenryu or not. #T3#
Kowalkiewicz is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
A short right from Kowalkiewicz on the inside.
A short body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz as the two fighters clinch.
Kowalkiewicz misses with some punches.
Kowalkiewicz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a right to the head.
Nice body punch from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot.
Kowalkiewicz gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Kowalkiewicz lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards. #T4#
Kowalkiewicz lands with a left to the head.
Kowalkiewicz scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kowalkiewicz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kowalkiewicz throws a head punch that misses.
Kowalkiewicz working aggressively here.
Kowalkiewicz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kowalkiewicz.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a short punch from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michał Kowalkiewicz dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Kowalkiewicz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kowalkiewicz manages to avoid it.
Tenryu looks to clinch
and Kowalkiewicz counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz tries a low kick but Tenryu avoids it.#CL#
Kowalkiewicz gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A nice left hand lands by Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body. #T1#
Kowalkiewicz tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Kowalkiewicz back against the cage.
A short uppercut from Kowalkiewicz.
A right hook to the body lands for Kowalkiewicz.
Tenryu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Kowalkiewicz is working Tenryu over against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shot to the body.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kowalkiewicz lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Kowalkiewicz pushes Tenryu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Kowalkiewicz blocks it.
Kowalkiewicz stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kowalkiewicz lands with a short shot to the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz working aggressively here.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kowalkiewicz stalling the fight.
Kowalkiewicz working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
Kowalkiewicz working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kowalkiewicz gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kowalkiewicz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Michał Kowalkiewicz has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Kowalkiewicz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Kowalkiewicz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kowalkiewicz is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kowalkiewicz digs a right hand into Tenryu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tenryu's gas tank.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Kowalkiewicz digs a right hand underneath Tenryu's ribcage. Tenryu let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalkiewicz pushes Tenryu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Kowalkiewicz tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it. #T3#
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice shot to the body.
A short right from Kowalkiewicz on the inside.
Kowalkiewicz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kowalkiewicz goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz working aggressively here.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a punch to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a body punch.
Kowalkiewicz lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot.
A short right from Kowalkiewicz on the inside.
A nice left hand lands by Kowalkiewicz.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kowalkiewicz lands a body shot. #T4#
A short body shot lands from Kowalkiewicz as the two fighters clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu takes a shot to the head.
Kowalkiewicz lands a nice uppercut.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kowalkiewicz tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kowalkiewicz tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kowalkiewicz.
Kowalkiewicz misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Kowalkiewicz scores with a shoulder strike.
Kowalkiewicz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kowalkiewicz tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Kowalkiewicz back against the cage.
Tenryu's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch on the inside from Kowalkiewicz fails to land.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Kowalkiewicz.
Michał Kowalkiewicz is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tenryu pushes Kowalkiewicz back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michał Kowalkiewicz showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Kowalkiewicz 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 William Peck scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michał Kowalkiewicz!

Event: SMASH: Obama vs Dankovich
Date: Sep 03, 2023

#R1#
Erdogan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Erdogan 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.
Erdogan scores with a hook to the body. Tenryu takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Erdogan.
Erdogan throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Erdogan connects with a jab.
Erdogan dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tenryu. That did some damage!
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Erdogan moves away.
Erdogan connects with an inside leg kick.
Erdogan scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Erdogan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Erdogan.
Erdogan fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Erdogan ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.#T1#
Erdogan misses with an uppercut.
Tenryu throws a counter combo.
Erdogan throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Erdogan looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Erdogan connects with a single shot there.
Erdogan scores with a nice right hand.
Erdogan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Tenryu works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Erdogan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Erdogan throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Erdogan uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
Erdogan connects with a nice looking jab.
A nice combination there by Erdogan. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Erdogan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tenryu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Erdogan scores with a punch to the head.
Erdogan connects with a looping right hand.
Tenryu throws a lazy uppercut
and Tenryu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Erdogan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Erdogan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Erdogan misses with a looping right.
A countering left hand to the body from Tenryu misses.
Erdogan throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Erdogan tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Erdogan is looking to score with low kicks.
Erdogan wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
A nice inside leg kick there by Erdogan. That's going to slow Tenryu down. #T3##CL2#
Tenryu instigates a clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Erdogan as Tenryu tries to tie him up.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Erdogan's elbow.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Erdogan.
Erdogan throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Erdogan lands a nice uppercut.
Erdogan misses with a body punch.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Erdogan.
Erdogan lands a nice elbow.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu tries a body shot but Erdogan blocks it.
Erdogan is trying to stall.
Erdogan is trying to stall. #T4#
Erdogan misses with the head strike.
Erdogan stalling against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Nice body punch from Erdogan - that landed with a thud.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
Erdogan lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Erdogan pushes Tenryu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Erdogan blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Erdogan backwards.
A nice right hand lands inside from Erdogan.
Erdogan throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Erdogan's elbow.
Erdogan misses with an elbow strike.
Erdogan throws an elbow but it misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mustafa Erdogan dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Nice defenses there by Erdogan.
Some bone on bone action there as Tenryu checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Erdogan throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Erdogan is looking to chop away at Tenryu's legs.
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jab from Erdogan.
Erdogan throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Erdogan's corner calls for a 1-2. Erdogan obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Erdogan clinches up with Tenryu and pushes him back against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Erdogan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu blocks an elbow strike from Erdogan.
Erdogan is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Erdogan. #T1#
Erdogan lands an elbow inside that Tenryu shrugs off.
Erdogan misses with an elbow over the top.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Erdogan backwards.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Erdogan lands an elbow inside that Tenryu shrugs off.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Erdogans head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Erdogan lands an uppercut.
Erdogan scores with a nice hook to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Erdogan.
Erdogan swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Erdogan blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Erdogan has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Erdogan lands with a light punch inside.
Erdogan throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Erdogan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Erdogan seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Erdogan is leaning against Tenryu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu avoids a wild elbow strike from Erdogan.
Erdogan misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Erdogan throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Erdogan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Erdogan.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Erdogan uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Erdogan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Erdogan pushes Tenryu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Erdogan backwards. #T3#
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Erdogan tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Erdogan's elbow.
Erdogan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Erdogan fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Erdogan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Erdogan working aggressively here.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Erdogan blocks an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Erdogan.
Tenryu is working Erdogan over against the cage.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Tenryu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Erdogan misses with an elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Erdogan.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Erdogan.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Erdogan is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Erdogan.
Tenryu pushes Erdogan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Erdogan lands a right hand.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Erdogan.
Erdogan throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Erdogan.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Gen Tenryu will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R3#
Erdogan connects with an inside leg kick.
Tenryu walks into a left hand.
Tenryu connects with a right hand. Erdogan shakes it off.
Erdogan throws a half hearted mid kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Erdogan misses the target.
Tenryu misses with a left hand
and Erdogan counters with a nice low kick that buckles Tenryu's knee momentarily.
Erdogan swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Erdogan misses with a body shot
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Erdogan goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Erdogan tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tenryu paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Tenryu throws an overhand right that lands on Erdogan's shoulder, as Erdogan tries to avoid the shot.
Mustafa Erdogan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Erdogan connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tenryu momentarily.
Tenryu moves out of range as Erdogan strikes.
Erdogan throws a leg kick but Tenryu checks it.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Erdogan.
A big right from Erdogan misses.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by Erdogan and move into the clinch position.
Erdogan smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mustafa Erdogan is winning the standup battle so far.
Erdogan scores with a hook to the body. Tenryu takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Erdogan throws the kick towards the body but Tenryu avoids it.
Erdogan swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Erdogan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tenryu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Tenryu blocks a low kick nicely.
Tenryu walks into a left hand.
Tenryu lands a jab to Erdogan's midsection.
Erdogan connects with a body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Erdogan throws a lazy head kick
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.
Erdogan throws a front kick that sends Tenryu stumbling back into the cage.
Tenryu scores with a jab.#CL#
Erdogan clinches up against the cage.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Erdogan throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Tenryu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Erdogan misses with a body punch. #T3#
Erdogan struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Erdogan misses with the head strike.
Erdogan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Erdogan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Erdogan trying to control the position but instead, Tenryu has worked for underhooks and has pushed Erdogan into the cage.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Erdogan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Erdogan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Erdogan.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Erdogan backwards.
Erdogan lands with a left to the head.
Tenryu's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Erdogan.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Erdogan backwards. #T4#
Erdogan trying to control the position but instead, Tenryu has worked for underhooks and has pushed Erdogan into the cage.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Erdogan's ribcage. Erdogan let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Erdogan lands with a short shot to the head.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Erdogan.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Erdogan scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Erdogan.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Erdogan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Erdogan blocks it.
Erdogan tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Erdogan back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Erdogan.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Erdogan backwards.
Tenryu is struggling to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but Mustafa Erdogan did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Erdogan.
Erdogan swinging wildly here.
Erdogan throws a half hearted mid kick.
Erdogan is looking to clinch.
Erdogan scores with a leg kick.
Erdogan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Erdogan moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu misses the jab.
Erdogan looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Erdogan tries to clinch up but Tenryu circles away and keeps his distance.
Erdogan lands with a straight right. Tenryu didn't see that one coming.
Erdogan moves away from the strike by Tenryu. #T1#
Tenryu blocks a low kick nicely.
Tenryu stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Erdogan.
Erdogan throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Erdogan explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Tenryu connects with the punch.
Erdogan works Tenryu's body with a nice hook.
Erdogan motions for Tenryu to come forward. Erdogan throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Erdogan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Erdogan fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tenryu.
Erdogan scores with a punch to the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Erdogan. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T2#
Tenryu missing with a left hand there. Erdogan was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Erdogan finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Erdogan looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Erdogan wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Erdogan.
Tenryu throws an off balance right hand
and Erdogan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Erdogan misses with a leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Erdogan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Erdogan scores with a shot to the body.
Erdogan throws a leg kick #KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right hand that drops Erdogan! Tenryu lets Erdogan back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Erdogan is rocked!
Erdogan throws a low kick but Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Oh Erdogan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Erdogan throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Erdogan tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Erdogan seems to have got his legs back now.
Erdogan lands a nice looking body shot.
Erdogan moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Erdogan tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tenryu counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Erdogan thinking.
Erdogan scores with a punch to the head.
Tenryu has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tenryu moves out of range of the leg kick from Erdogan.#T4#
Erdogan has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tenryu finds it's way round the side to connect with Erdogan's head.
Tenryu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Erdogan counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Erdogan avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Erdogan misses with a left hand
and Erdogan takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Erdogan chopping away at his opponent's legs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Erdogan dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Erdogan.
Erdogan ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Erdogan lands with a cross. #CL2#
Tenryu moves into range and clinches up with Erdogan.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mustafa Erdogan had his way with Gen Tenryu in that round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Erdogan fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tenryu uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Erdogan has time to react.
Nice jab there from Erdogan.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu looks to throw the jab but Erdogan is out of range.
Erdogan throws a quick inside leg kick.
Erdogan wants to clinch
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A low kick lands for Erdogan.
Tenryu loads up on a big right hand but Erdogan slips the punch.
Tenryu misses with a series of wild punches. #T1#
Erdogan lands with a straight right. Tenryu didn't see that one coming.
Erdogan cracks Tenryu with a right hand to the side of the head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Erdogan.
Erdogan gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Erdogan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Erdogan tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Erdogan looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Tenryu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Donk. Erdogan catches Tenryu right on the button with a cross.
Tenryu misses with a lunging right hand
and Erdogan counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Tenryu throws a poor cross that misses
and Erdogan makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu throws an overhand right that lands on Erdogan's shoulder, as Erdogan tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Erdogan.
Tenryu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Erdogan counters with a nice uppercut.
Erdogan tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Erdogan.
A little jabbing left from Tenryu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Erdogan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu looking to stall.
Erdogan manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment. #T3#
Erdogan lands a body shot.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Erdogan misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Erdogan.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Erdogan's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Erdogan's gas tank.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Erdogan backwards.
A right hand to the body from Erdogan.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Erdogan lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Erdogan misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Erdogan.
Erdogan lands with a light punch inside.
A short left from Tenryu.
Erdogan lands a right hand.
Erdogan misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Erdogan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Erdogan lands a body shot.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Erdogan lands an elbow inside that Tenryu shrugs off. #CUT#It looks like Gen Tenryu has been cut.
Erdogan misses with a hook to the ribs.
Erdogan lands an elbow inside.
Tenryu blocks an elbow strike from Erdogan.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Erdogan softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Erdogan throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Nice elbow from Erdogan.
Nice body punch from Erdogan.
Tenryu is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Erdogan lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Erdogan throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Mustafa Erdogan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Erdogan throws an elbow but it misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 48:47
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 49:46
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 49:46

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mustafa Erdogan!
Mustafa Erdogan retains his middleweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Mustafa Erdogan waved his t-shirt featuring Brooklyn Apothecary's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: SMASH: Erdogan vs Hall
Date: Aug 13, 2023

#R1#
Bizihwaile misses with a head kick.
Tenryu lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bizihwaile looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL#
Tenryu gets tackled into the cage by Bizihwaile. Bizihwaile maintains the clinch.
Tenryu displaying some good clinch control by pressing Bizihwaile up against the cage.
Tenryu is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Bizihwaile lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Bizihwaile breaks from the clinch.
Bizihwaile 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.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
We've been told by Bizihwaile's head coaches at The Infamous Duranto Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL#
Bizihwaile has Tenryu up against the cage in a clinch. #BC#
Bizihwaile escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tenryu misses the jab.#T1#
Bizihwaile swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#CL#
Bizihwaile has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bizihwaile misses with a body punch.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Bizihwaile's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bizihwaile throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Tenryu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Good work by Tenryu as he checks the leg kick.
Bizihwaile fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tenryu lands the left hand.#CL#
Bizihwaile drives through and clinches with Tenryu against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bizihwaile. #BC#
Bizihwaile's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tenryu uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bizihwaile 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!
An inside leg kick from Bizihwaile misses. #T2#
Bizihwaile throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.
Bizihwaile defending well as Tenryu loads up on a big left hand.
Bizihwaile misses with a body kick.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick which misses Tenryu's front leg but catches the back leg as Tenryu tries to avoid it.
A big right from Bizihwaile misses.
Tenryu bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Bizihwaile's head backwards.
Bizihwaile with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tenryu needs to keep his hands up - Bizihwaile had a free shot at his head there.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Bizihwaile throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tenryu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bizihwaile attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bizihwaile takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bizihwaile throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
A low kick from Bizihwaile is predictable there #KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a nice right hand that sends Bizihwaile toppling to the canvas! Bizihwaile scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tenryu finish him?!#ROC2#Bizihwaile is rocked!
Bizihwaile misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Oh Bizihwaile is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tenryu tries to move into range but Bizihwaile moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Bizihwaile paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bizihwaile seems to have got his legs back now.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tenryu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice cross by Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu misses with a looping right.
A jab from Tenryu misses.
Bizihwaile misses with a low kick.
Bizihwaile throws a nice inside leg kick.
A big right from Bizihwaile misses. #CL#
Bizihwaile drives through and clinches with Tenryu against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Bizihwaile blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T4#
Bizihwaile blocks an uppercut.
Bizihwaile blocks an uppercut.
Bizihwaile misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bizihwaile blocking some punches.
Bizihwaile throws a head punch that misses.
Bizihwaile lands a left hand.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Bizihwaile is trying to break free.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu is trying to stall.
Tenryu presses Bizihwaile against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Bizihwaile fails to land.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Bizihwaile blocks it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Bizihwaile misses with a punch to the body.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Bizihwaile tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gen Tenryu 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#
A clash of legs there as Tenryu blocks the low kick.
Bizihwaile throws a low kick, looking for Tenryu's leg but Tenryu calmly moves out of range.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bizihwaile looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tenryu misses with a straight left.
A head kick by Bizihwaile misses
and Bizihwaile takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut.
Bizihwaile lands with a slapping head kick.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #KD2#
Tenryu drops Bizihwaile with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Bizihwaile looks back up at him and smiles so Tenryu waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
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!
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick but Tenryu checks it.
Bizihwaile pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Gen Tenryu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bizihwaile scores with a head kick. Tenryu tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#T1#
Tenryu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bizihwaile lands a leg kick that knocks Tenryu off balance momentarily.
Tenryu has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tenryu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tenryu throws a hook but Bizihwaile avoids it easily.
Bizihwaile misses with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bizihwaile thows a leg kick but Tenryu checks it #KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right hand that drops Bizihwaile! Tenryu lets Bizihwaile back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bizihwaile misses with a low kick.
Bizihwaile misses with a left hand
and Tenryu counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bizihwaile thinking.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
A head kick misses from Bizihwaile.
Tenryu might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Bizihwaile darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tenryu throws a hook to the side of Bizihwaile's head but Bizihwaile sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bizihwaile takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Bizihwaile does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bizihwaile was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Penkosip Bizihwaile seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bizihwaile keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T2#
Tenryu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tenryu loads up on a big right hand but Bizihwaile slips the punch.
Tenryu blocks a low kick nicely.
Bizihwaile misses with a kick to the body.
Bizihwaile tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tenryu swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A left lands for Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Tenryu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bizihwaile lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Good leg kick by Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bizihwaile listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Tenryu throws an overhand right that lands on Bizihwaile's shoulder, as Bizihwaile tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#T3#
A jab from Bizihwaile misses.
Tenryu checks a low kick from Bizihwaile.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Bizihwaile throws a combination that misses
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile thumps Tenryu with a low kick.
Tenryu uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bizihwaile has time to react.
Sloppy strikes from Bizihwaile. Those never looked like landing.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bizihwaile doesn't manage to clinch there - Tenryu circles away.
A telegraphed right hand from Tenryu misses the target.
Bizihwaile misses with a double jab
and Tenryu counters with a nice body shot.
Tenryu lands with an overhand left.#KD2#
Tenryu lands a big right hand that sends Bizihwaile crashing to the mat! Tenryu stays standing though and waves Bizihwaile back to his feet!#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!
Bizihwaile scores with the left hand. Tenryu knows he should have avoided that one.
Bizihwaile misses with a low kick.
Bizihwaile pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bizihwaile misses with a leg kick.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Bizihwaile drives through and clinches with Tenryu against the cage.
Bizihwaile lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tenryu or not.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bizihwaile.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bizihwaile takes a shot to the head.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bizihwaile tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Bizihwaile misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Bizihwaile lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Bizihwaile stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Bizihwaile.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bizihwaile comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bizihwaile throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bizihwaile uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Bizihwaile lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bizihwaile tries to close the distance and clinch but Tenryu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tenryu.
Bizihwaile uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.#CL#
Bizihwaile gets a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bizihwaile is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tenryu is keeping busy.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Bizihwaile controls his hands.
Bizihwaile gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Bizihwaile throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Bizihwaile prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Penkosip Bizihwaile has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T1#
Tenryu working aggressively here. #BC#
Bizihwaile breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bizihwaile fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bizihwaile missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL#
Bizihwaile rushes Tenryu and presses him up against the cage.
Bizihwaile is trying to push Tenryu away but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
A short uppercut from Bizihwaile.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Bizihwaile breaks the clinch.
Bizihwaile misses with a low kick.
A swing and a miss from Tenryu.
Bizihwaile lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tenryu walks into a straight right hand from Bizihwaile.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tenryu throws a right hand that misses
and Bizihwaile counters with an outside leg kick.
Bizihwaile wants to clinch
and Tenryu counters with a nice body shot.
Penkosip Bizihwaile has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bizihwaile wants to clinch but Tenryu slips to the side#KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a nice right hand that sends Bizihwaile toppling to the canvas! Bizihwaile scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tenryu finish him?!
Tenryu avoids the head kick by Bizihwaile.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bizihwaile lands a leg kick that knocks Tenryu off balance momentarily.
Bizihwaile misses with a left hand
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Bizihwaile takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bizihwaile tried to score with a low kick but Tenryu checks it.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Bizihwaile avoids it with no problem.
Bizihwaile throws a leg kick
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right that sends Bizihwaile to the canvas! Tenryu follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:48 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
A very excited looking Gen Tenryu 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.
Penkosip Bizihwaile was interviewed post fight and said 'Time to rethink my career.'.

Event: SMASH: Tosen vs Hohenthal
Date: Jul 15, 2023

#R1#
Tuytuhlz throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A combination from Tuytuhlz does no damage.
Tuytuhlz misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tuytuhlz takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tuytuhlz throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tenryu.
Tuytuhlz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tuytuhlz looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tenryu swats away the attempt to clinch by Tuytuhlz.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuytuhlz takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tuytuhlz.
Tuytuhlz swinging wildly here. #T1#
Tenryu throws a right hand that misses
and Tuytuhlz connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tuytuhlz throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tuytuhlz misses the shot to the body.
Tuytuhlz misses with a straight left.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tuytuhlz.
Tuytuhlz on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Tuytuhlz 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.
A swing and a miss from Tuytuhlz.
Tenryu throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tuytuhlz on the side of the head. #CL#
Tenryu gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tuytuhlz misses with a body punch.
Tuytuhlz presses Tenryu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tuytuhlz tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tuytuhlz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tuytuhlz lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tuytuhlz effectively controlling the action here.
The referee calls for Tuytuhlz to work.
Tuytuhlz misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
With the fighters up against the cage, Tuytuhlz throws an elbow but misses.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tuytuhlz has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tuytuhlz pushes Tenryu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Tuytuhlz uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tuytuhlz creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tuytuhlz lands an elbow that stopped Tenryu in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#It looks like Gen Tenryu has been cut.#T3#
Tenryu just leaning against Tuytuhlz, taking a breather.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Stalling in the clinch from Tenryu.
Tenryu taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tenryu seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Tuytuhlz is stalling here.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tuytuhlz throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tuytuhlz blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tuytuhlz is working Tenryu over against the cage.
Tuytuhlz pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tuytuhlz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tuytuhlz lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Tenryu is working Tuytuhlz over against the cage.#T4#
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tuytuhlz.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Tuytuhlz.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tuytuhlz misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Tuytuhlz.
Tuytuhlz scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tuytuhlz misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tuytuhlz doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Tuytuhlz uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tuytuhlz's efforts to push away.
Tuytuhlz digs a right hand into Tenryu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tenryu's gas tank.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Tuytuhlz.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lyke Tuytuhlz dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gen Tenryu'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.#R2#
Tuytuhlz with a hook.
Tuytuhlz misses with a hook to the body
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Tuytuhlz scores with a nice right hand.
Tuytuhlz 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.
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tuytuhlz.
An attempted straight right counter from Tenryu misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Tenryu misses the target.
A little jabbing left from Tuytuhlz on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tuytuhlz. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tuytuhlz comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tuytuhlz misses with a wild combination.
An attempted straight right counter from Tenryu misses the target.
Tuytuhlz misses with a hook #KD#
and Tenryu counters with a nice right hand that sends Tuytuhlz toppling to the canvas! Tuytuhlz scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tenryu finish him?!#ROC#Tuytuhlz is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Tuytuhlz is still on wobbly legs! Can Tenryu finish him?#T1#
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A body shot lands from Tenryu.
Tenryu pushes Tuytuhlz against the cage. Tenryu is working some dirty boxing. Tenryu pushes off with a quick right hook! Tuytuhlz goes down! Tuytuhlz tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Tenryu moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
After winning the bout, Gen Tenryu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: SMASH: Frewin vs Nacimento 3
Date: Jun 18, 2023

#R1#
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu slips under a jab from Borgia.
Borgia 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.
Tenryu is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Borgia swings widly with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Alexander Borgia has been cut.
Borgia with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Borgia.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice takedown defense from Tenryu. No joy for Borgia on that attempt.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Borgia.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Borgia avoids it with no problem.
No luck for Borgia with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexander Borgia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Borgia throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tenryu listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Borgia misses with a hook.
Borgia goes for a double leg but Tenryu avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tenryu continues to drive forward.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu is struggling to control the position.#T1#
Good body shot from Tenryu.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Borgia misses with a body punch.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Borgia backwards.
Borgia goes for a takedown attempt but Tenryu pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tenryu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Alexander Borgia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Borgia gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Borgia tries for a takedown but Tenryu circles away easily
and Tenryu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Borgia is breathing heavily.
Borgia throws the left hand but Tenryu avoids the punch easily.#KD2#
Tenryu cracks Borgia with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Tenryu has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Borgia to stand back up!#ROC2#Borgia is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Borgia lands with a cross. #T2#
Tenryu keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A jab from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tenryu throws a monster overhand right that drops Borgia! Tenryu follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: SMASH: Nascimento vs Lomax
Date: May 28, 2023

#R1#
Tenryu takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tenryu misses the jab.
Henry Hall seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hall throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Hall waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tenryu.
Hall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hall lands a nice hook to Tenryu's body. Tenryu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Hall misses with a hook
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hall misses the shot to the body.
Tenryu now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tenryu connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hall tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Hall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall connects with a jab.
Hall lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tenryu takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hall lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #T1#
Hall uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tenryu has time to react.
Nice defenses there by Hall.
Hall is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Hall misses with a body shot.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hall misses with a lunging right hand
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Hall moves away and avoids it.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Hall.
Tenryu is looking for the big counter here.#CL2#
Tenryu closes the distance and pushes Hall back into the cage.
Hall tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Hall backwards. #BC#
Hall breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Hall thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hall dips to his left and cracks Tenryu with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Hall.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hall slips under a jab.
Hall swings widly with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a left to the body.
Hall misses the body punch
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Hall catches Tenryu with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hall misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
Tenryu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hall with a body shot.
Hall misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Tenryu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hall. #T3#
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hall.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Hall.
Tenryu walks into a jab.
Hall jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice body kick there by Hall.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body. Hall takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hall scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hall looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hall keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Good exchange - Hall coming out on top.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Hall was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hall misses with a hook to the body
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice shot by Hall.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hall lands a jab to Tenryu's midsection.
Hall lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Hall is looking to chop away at Tenryu's legs.
Tenryu now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Tenryu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Hall defending well as Tenryu loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu thuds his right hand into Hall's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2#It looks like Henry Hall has been cut.
Hall lands a glancing blow to the side of Tenryu's head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hall.
Good standup being displayed there by Hall as he connects with a hook.
Hall throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tenryu slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Henry Hall dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Henry Hall's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tenryu swings for the body but Hall moves out of range.
Hall was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hall lands a nice hook to Tenryu's body. Tenryu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Hall moves away and avoids it.
Hall rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hall moves away.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tenryu in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Tenryu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Hall throws out the jab.
Hall throws a jab but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Hall is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Tenryu misses with a hook
and Hall cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick misses from Hall.
Hall misses with a hook.
Tenryu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hall with a body shot.
Hall cracks Tenryu with a right hand to the side of the head.
Hall throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Hall throws a poor cross that misses #CL2#
and Tenryu holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Hall misses with a body punch.
Hall lands a nice uppercut.
Hall lands a body shot.
Tenryu just leaning against Hall, taking a breather.
A short right from Tenryu.
Hall misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hall struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu is struggling to control the position.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Hall throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Hall letting Tenryu take a breather here.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Hall as Tenryu tries to tie him up.
Tenryu gets through Hall's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T2#
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hall goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hall blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Hall controls his hands.
Hall blocking some punches.
Hall lands with a left to the head.
Hall lands with a light punch inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hall taking a breather.
Hall misses with a punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Hall.
Hall blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Hall tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Hall tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu pushes Hall back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Hall seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Hall misses with some punches.
Tenryu pushes Hall back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu lands a body shot. #T3#
A short right from Hall.
Tenryu is working Hall over against the cage.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tenryu pushes Hall back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Hall struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Hall tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Hall backwards.
Tenryu is leaning against Hall and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu works on Hall's body with a couple of short punches.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Hall avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
A short right from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tenryu is working Hall over against the cage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hall.
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Tenryu works on Hall's body with a couple of short punches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Hall avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage. #T4#
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A hook to the body from Hall.
Hall tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Hall swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Tenryu is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hall.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Henry Hall's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Hall ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tenryu moves out of range as Hall strikes.
Despite the aggression on Tenryu's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hall lands with a nice body punch.
Hall swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
A big right from Hall misses.
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A combination from Hall does no damage.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Hall throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice jab there from Hall.
The fighters circling - Tenryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Henry Hall is winning the standup battle so far.
Tenryu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Hall does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Hall pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Hall was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Tenryu connects with a body shot that sends Hall's belly button to the back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Hall thows a leg kick but Tenryu checks it
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That kick from Hall tenderised Tenryu's leg. Tenryu is trying to keep his angry face on.
Hall lands a right hook to the body.
Tenryu misses with a body punch
and Tenryu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tenryu defending well as Hall loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Hall.
Nice uppercut lands for Hall. That snapped Tenryu's head back.
Tenryu moves out of range as Hall strikes.#T2#
Hall swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tenryu takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hall throws an off balance right hand
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Hall misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Hall with a body shot.
Hall is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Hall on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hall throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Tenryu holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tenryu stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Hall controls the action.
Hall working hard to break the clinch.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Hall misses with the head strike. #T3#
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Hall controls his hands.
A head punch on the inside from Hall fails to land.
Hall throws a head punch that misses.
Hall blocks an uppercut.
Hall misses with a hook to the ribs.
Hall displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tenryu up against the cage.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hall tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Hall.
Hall misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Hall fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Hall fails to land.
Hall goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Hall swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Hall.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hall backwards.
Hall doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gen Tenryu.
I think Tenryu 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:29

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

Event: SMASH: Black Terror vs Boomer
Date: May 06, 2023

#R1#
Tenryu moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wright throws a poor cross that misses
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Wright misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wright fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Wright throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Wright looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
Wright darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Nice jab there from Wright.
Nice body punch from Tenryu.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Tenryu connects with a body shot.
Wright throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right hand that drops Wright! Tenryu lets Wright back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT2#It looks like Time To Fight Wright has been cut.
Wright will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T1#
A shot to the body from Wright misses #KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a nice right hand that sends Wright toppling to the canvas! Wright scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Tenryu finish him?!
Tenryu throws a jab when Wright was well out of range.
Wright fails to land with a series of punches.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Wright.
Wright appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Tenryu clinches up with Wright and pushes him back against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu works on Wright's body with a couple of short punches.
Wright is breathing heavily.
Tenryu is leaning against Wright and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right from Tenryu.
Tenryu is stalling here.
Tenryu stops a takedown attempt from Wright.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Wright takes a shot to the head.
Wright jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tenryu walks away with a smile on his face. Wright gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T2#
Wright swings widly with a right hand
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Tenryu defending well as Wright loads up on a big left hand. #KD2#
Tenryu drops Wright with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Wright looks back up at him and smiles so Tenryu waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC2#Wright is rocked!
Tenryu walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wright throws a series of punches but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wright looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Wright throws a right hand that misses
and Tenryu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wright throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tenryu lands with a good body shot.
Wright misses with a lunging right hand
and Tenryu counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL2#
Tenryu clinches with his opponent.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Tenryu. #T3#
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Wrights head.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Wright backwards.
Wright tries to pull guard but Tenryu holds him up against the cage and eventually Wright drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Time To Fight Wright. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A left hand lands to the body for Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Wright's ribcage. Wright let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Wright.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Wright backwards.
Nice body punch from Tenryu - that landed with a thud.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Nice body punch from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Oh Wright is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T4#
Tenryu stalls.
Wright seems to have got his legs back now.
Tenryu pushes Wright back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu'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.
Wright looking to slow down the pace here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
Tenryu gets through Wright's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Tenryu is pushing Wright up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Wright takes a shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Time To Fight Wright's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Wright swings widly with a right hand #KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right hand that drops Wright! Tenryu lets Wright back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Wright is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Wright throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Time To Fight Wright seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wright gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Tenryu gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Wright is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Gen Tenryu waved his t-shirt featuring Brooklyn Threads's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: GAMMA#991 Joosep v Azor
Date: Mar 26, 2023

#R1#
Roth throws a right hand that Tenryu ducks under and follows up with a left that Tenryu also avoids with ease.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tenryu misses with a hook.
Tenryu throws the left hand but Roth avoids the punch easily.
Tenryu throws a big shot that misses.
Tenryu misses with a hook. Roth ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Roth manages to avoid it.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Roth was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Roth lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tenryu circles away quickly and effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu scores with a nice head shot.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
Roth throws out a counter right but Tenryu avoids it with no problem.
Roth walks into a left hand.
Tenryu misses with a left hand
and Roth counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Roth swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Tenryu misses the target.#T1##TD2#
Roth gets the takedown into side control.
Tenryu is holding Roth down, trying to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tenryu is looking to regain half guard here but Roth keeps moving and retains side control.
Tenryu gets back to half guard.#SU2#
Roth decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #CL2#
Roth gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Roth tries to circle away but Tenryu has him pinned against the cage.#T2#
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tenryu.
Roth blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Roth's elbow.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Roth blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
Tenryu slowing the pace effectively.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Roth's elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #T3#
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Roth avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Roth blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Roth controls his hands.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Roth blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu tries to stall but Roth uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Roth being controlled against the cage.
Roth wants to break the clinch but can't. #T4#
Tenryu tries to work over Roth's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Roth blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC2#
Roth escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tenryu misses with a body shot
and Roth counters with a straight right hand.
Gen Tenryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tenryu lands with a straight right. Roth didn't see that one coming.
Tenryu swings for the body but Roth moves out of range.
As Tenryu backs off Roth throws a huge counter combo but Tenryu manages to avoid it all.
Roth avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Roth ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roth tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Roth ducks right into an uppercut from Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Roth throws a head kick that half lands.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Nice shot by Tenryu.
Tenryu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Roth can do to turn this around?
Roth tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tenryu went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tenryu takes a swing at Roth's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Roth counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Roth's efforts to push away.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Roth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Roth blocking some punches. #T1##BC2#
Roth pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Tenryu forces Roth back against the cage and clinches.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu controlling the action here for a moment. #BC2#
Roth breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gen Tenryu is winning the standup battle so far.
Roth throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Roth lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tenryu circles away quickly and effectively.
Roth misses with the combination.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Roth moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Toran Roth is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tenryu takes a swing at Roth's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Roth throws a head kick that misses.
Tenryu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tenryu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Tenryu darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Roth takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Roth darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Roth slips under a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Roth.
Roth throws a counter combo.
Tenryu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Roth stalks Tenryu and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tenryu's face. Tenryu staggers backwards, shaken.#CL#
Tenryu darts in and clinches Roth up against the cage.#BC2#
Roth's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Roth throws a right and a left that both miss.#T3#
Tenryu scores with a hook.
Roth defending well as Tenryu loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Roth was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu throws a poor cross that misses
and Roth counters with a two punch combo.
Tenryu takes a swing at Roth's ribcage but misses.
Roth keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target. #CL2#
Roth clinches up with Tenryu and pushes him back against the cage.
Tenryu slowing the pace effectively.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Roth blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu effectively controlling the action here.#T4#
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Roth's efforts to push away.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Roth blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Roth.
Roth blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu pushes Roth back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu pushes Roth back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Roth misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Roth.
Roth tries to break free but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that second round.
That's time! Tenryu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Roth keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Roth is looking for the big counter here.
A decent looking cross lands there for Roth.
Roth misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
Tenryu swings widly with a right hand
and Roth counters with a good, hard body kick but Tenryu shrugs it off.
Tenryu throws a hook but Roth avoids it easily.
Roth swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tenryu connects with a body shot that sends Roth's belly button to the back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu takes a swing at Roth's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu sets himself, and Roth steps forward looking for the clinch! Tenryu avoids it this time.
Roth uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tenryu has time to react.
Tenryu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu swings for the body but Roth moves out of range.
Gen Tenryu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Roth does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1#
Roth lands a two punch combo.
Roth tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tenryu defends well and Roth ends up having to push Tenryu into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Roth closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tenryu avoids the head kick by Roth.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body. Roth takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Roth tries to counter by closing the distance.
Roth throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Roth avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Despite the aggression on Roth's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tenryu is looking to clinch but Roth is avoiding it.
Tenryu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tenryu dodges the punch combination from Roth.
Tenryu misses the jab.#T2#
Tenryu avoids a kick to the body.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Roth lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu slips under a jab from Roth.
Tenryu connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Roth momentarily.
Tenryu throws a lazy right hand but Roth sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Roth connects with a crisp jab. #CL#
Roth tries to keep at a distance but Tenryu has taken the fight into the clinch.
Roth jumps guard but Tenryu turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Gen Tenryu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Roth wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Toran Roth has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Roth pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Roth throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
A punch lands to the side of Roth 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Roth moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu missing with a left hand there. Roth was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Roth takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tenryu throws a hook but Roth avoids it easily.
Sloppy strikes from Roth. Those never looked like landing.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tenryu jabs at Roth's body.#T4#
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Roth misses with a double jab.
Tenryu is looking to clinch.
As Tenryu backs off Roth throws a huge counter combo but Tenryu manages to avoid it all.#CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Roth blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Roth is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Roth tries to circle away but Tenryu has him pinned against the cage.
Roth looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gen Tenryu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tenryu, 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gen Tenryu!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gen Tenryu made sure he mentioned Brooklyn Threads, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: GAMMA#986 Moxley vs Akechi
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1#
Johnson thows a leg kick but Tenryu checks it #CL2#
and Tenryu counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Johnson 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.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Johnson.
Johnson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Johnson is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Tenryu to keep the fight standing.
A head punch on the inside from Johnson fails to land.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Johnson working aggressively here.
Tenryu is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #BC#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut.
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Johnson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Johnson throws a jab when Tenryu was well out of range.
Tenryu cracks Johnson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Johnson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Johnson throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Johnson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tenryu.#T1#
Tenryu misses with a hook to the body
and Johnson counters with a nice leg kick.
Johnson bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Johnson feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Johnson throws a nice outside leg kick.
Johnson misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.#CL2#
Tenryu has closed the distance and engaged Johnson in a clinch.
Johnson swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson lands a hook that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Johnson fails to land.
The referee calls for Johnson to work.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Johnson.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Tenryu forces Johnson back against the cage and clinches.
A head punch on the inside from Johnson fails to land.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Johnson.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Johnson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC#
Johnson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Johnson jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slapping leg kick lands for Johnson.
Tenryu tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Johnson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Johnson pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Johnson connects with a crisp jab.
Tenryu lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Johnson throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Johnson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tenryu's sensitive parts.
Johnson throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tenryu checks a leg kick.
Tenryu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Johnson with a body shot.
A jab from Tenryu misses.
Johnson lands a jab.
Johnson misses with a body punch
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Manny Johnson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Johnson connects with a single shot there.#T3#
Tenryu scores with a decent looking hook.
Johnson lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Johnson throws a leg kick which misses Tenryu's front leg but catches the back leg as Tenryu tries to avoid it.
Johnson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tenryu stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Johnson.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tenryu checks a leg kick.
Johnson with a jab.
Johnson just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Johnson takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Good work by Tenryu as he checks the leg kick.
Johnson sizes up Tenryu with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tenryu tries to clinch up but Johnson circles away and keeps his distance.
Johnson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Johnson misses with a leg kick.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A swing and a miss from Johnson.#T4#
Johnson shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Tenryu gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Johnson.
A nice leg kick from Johnson, right into the meat of the thigh.
Johnson tries to score with a low kick but Tenryu moves his leg out of the way.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by Johnson and move into the clinch position.
Johnson throws out a leg kick but Tenryu moves out of range and Johnson only half commits.
Johnson swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Johnson loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Johnson connects with an inside leg kick.
The fighters circling - Johnson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Johnson feints and then cracks Tenryu's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tenryu down.
Tenryu throws a big shot that misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Johnson. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Johnson shakes him off and moves away.
Johnson looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tenryu's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Johnson jabs Tenryu right on the nose. Tenryu blinks but takes it well.
Tenryu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manny Johnson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Johnson.
Tenryu closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Johnson scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Tenryu takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu throws a jab when Johnson was well out of range.
Johnson looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Tenryu tries to clinch there but Johnson circles away.
The fighters circling - Johnson throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Johnson misses with a straight left.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tenryu there as he acknowledges the shot.
Johnson lands a jab to the nose.
Johnson misses with a straight right.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by Johnson and move into the clinch position.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Johnson.
An inside leg kick from Johnson misses. #T1#
Johnson misses with a straight left.
Johnson slips a straight right by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Johnson connects with a looping right hand.
Nice shot by Johnson.
Johnson throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Johnson connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Manny Johnson is winning the standup battle so far.
Johnson cracks Tenryu with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big right from Johnson misses.
Johnson sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Johnson avoids it this time.
Tenryu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A jab from Johnson misses.
Johnson swats away the attempt to clinch by Tenryu.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Johnson misses the target.
Tenryu fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2#
Johnson buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Johnson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Johnson tries a head kick but it misses.
Johnson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tenryu moves out of range as Johnson strikes.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tenryu has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Tenryu lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Johnson circles away quickly and effectively.
Johnson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Tenryu moves into range and clinches up with Johnson.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Johnson controls his hands.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Johnson prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Johnson swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Johnson blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut. #T3#
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Johnson.
Johnson swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Johnson manages to break the clinch.
Johnson misses with a low kick.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
Johnson dips to his left and cracks Tenryu with an uppercut!
Johnson throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and moves out of range.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Johnson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Johnson.#CL2#
Tenryu has managed to clinch.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Johnson lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Johnson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Johnson misses with some punches.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC#
Johnson breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Tenryu pushes Johnson up against the cage in a clinch.
Johnson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Johnson lands with a right to the head.
Johnson working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Johnson lands a nice uppercut.
Johnson gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Johnson lands a hook to the side of the head.
Johnson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards. #BC#
Johnson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Johnson lands with an uppercut that bounces Tenryu off the cage and back into range.
Tenryu checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tenryu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Johnson with a body shot.
Johnson lands a slapping body shot.
A jab from Johnson misses.
A good leg kick by Johnson.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Manny Johnson dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Johnson throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL2#
and Tenryu counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tenryu. #BC#
Johnson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Johnson looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Johnson looks to land a left hand but Tenryu moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tenryu moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tenryu wants to clinch up but Johnson keeps it at a distance.
Johnson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu checks a leg kick.
Tenryu throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tenryu slows down the pace here. #TD#
Johnson ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Johnson no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Tenryu trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Tenryu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tenryu trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tenryu won't allow Johnson to sweep him here.
Tenryu postures up.
Tenryu trying to control the position from guard on top but Johnson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tenryu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Johnson has his foot on Tenryu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tenryu works his way back into a safe position though.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Manny Johnson is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#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.
Johnson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tenryu misses with a wild combination.
Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Johnson.
Johnson fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Johnson wants to land a leg kick but Tenryu is out of range.
Tenryu wants to clinch up but Johnson keeps it at a distance.
Johnson tried to score with a low kick but Tenryu checks it.
Johnson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Johnson throws a low kick but Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Tenryu tries to close the distance and clinch up but Johnson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Johnson fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tenryu.#T3#
Tenryu moves away from the strike by Johnson.
A jab from Johnson misses.
Tenryu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Johnson.
Johnson misses the jab.
Johnson jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tenryu lands the left hand.
Johnson throws a leg kick but Tenryu moved away.
Tenryu throws a hook but Johnson avoids it easily.
A big left from Johnson misses.
Johnson throws a big shot that misses.
Johnson sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Johnson avoids it this time.
Johnson throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Johnson lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tenryu's sensitive parts.
Johnson with a hook.
Tenryu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T4#
A slow jab from Johnson misses its intended target.
Tenryu wants to clinch.#CL2#
Tenryu has closed the distance and engaged Johnson in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Johnson.
A head punch on the inside from Johnson fails to land.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Johnson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Johnson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Johnson blocking some punches.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Manny Johnson!
A relieved looking Manny Johnson 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: GAMMA#982 Chamua v Benedetti
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
Spence misses with a hook
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Spence walks into a left hand.
Spence tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tenryu swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Spence manages to avoid it.
Alan Spence seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Spence misses with a wild body shot.
Spence throws a right hand that misses
and Spence takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Spence connects with the punch.
Spence swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Spence missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
A quick step to the side and Tenryu tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Spence throws a sloppy head kick
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Spence saw that one coming.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Spence connects with the punch.
Tenryu misses with a hook.
Spence moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
Tenryu defending well as Spence loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu checks a leg kick.
Spence throws a front kick that sends Tenryu stumbling back into the cage.
Tenryu misses with a lunging right hand
and Spence connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Spence looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Spence misses with a hook
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Spence rushes Tenryu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tenryu wants to get back to striking at distance but Spence won't allow it.
Spence tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Spence stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Spence lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Spence misses with some punches.
Tenryu wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Spence has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Spence misses with a punch on the inside.
Spence prevents Tenryu from breaking the clinch.
Tenryu blocking some punches. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spence .
Tenryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tenryu stalling the fight. #BC#
Tenryu pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Spence throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Spence moves in looking to clinch but Tenryu pushes him off.
Spence tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tenryu comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Tenryu is looking to counter punch.#T4#
The crowd cheers as Spence lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tenryu doesn't seem phased though.
Tenryu moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CUT#It looks like Alan Spence has been cut.
Spence throws a head kick that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD#
Tenryu cracks Spence with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Tenryu has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Spence to stand back up!#ROC#Spence is rocked!#CL2#
Spence pushes Tenryu up against the cage in a clinch.
Spence misses with a hook to the ribs.
Spence prevents Tenryu from breaking the clinch.
Spence can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Spence .
Spence throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
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 Gen Tenryu will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Alan Spence 's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Spence appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Spence fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A big right from Tenryu misses.
Spence loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Spence manages to avoid it.
Spence throws a lazy head kick
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A decent looking cross lands there for Spence .
Spence throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Spence .
Spence misses with a shot to the body
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.
Spence dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T1##CL2#
Spence has managed to clinch.
Spence is looking to control Tenryu's arms but Tenryu gets an underhook and turns him. Now Spence has his back to the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Tenryu's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Spence is leaning against Tenryu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tenryu throws out a powerful jab.
Spence misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu lands a jab to the nose.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure. #T2#
Spence throws a quick inside leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Tenryu checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu slips under a jab.
It looked like Tenryu was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Spence .
Spence jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tenryu connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Spence momentarily.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Spence tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A cross from Spence lands.
Spence drops his hands momentarily and Tenryu takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Spence is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Spence throws a predictable looking body shot #KD#
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right hand that drops Spence ! Tenryu lets Spence back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Spence is still on wobbly legs! Can Tenryu finish him?
Tenryu walks into a stiff left hand from Spence .
Spence seems to have recovered his senses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Spence , as that shot connected.
Spence misses with a low kick.
Spence throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu comes in over the top with a devastating right hand! Spence stumbles back against the cage, looking to regain his senses but Tenryu is on him like rabid pit bull! Spence slumps to the ground under a storm of punches and this fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Brooklyn Threads, into his post fight interview.
Alan Spence spoke after the fight, saying 'My foot was a balloon'.

Event: DMMA Christmas Chaos
Date: Dec 25, 2022

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Tenryu.
Bakugo throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tenryu.
Bakugo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bakugo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Bakugo moves out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bakugo. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bakugo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Bakugo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Bakugo lands a jab to Tenryu's midsection.
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
Bakugo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu throws a jab when Bakugo was well out of range.
Bakugo throws a shot to the body.
Bakugo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bakugo takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Bakugo misses with a body shot.
Katsuki Bakugo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Bakugo has a takedown stuffed.
Bakugo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bakugo tries to counter with a takedown but Tenryu is quick to defend against it.
Bakugo just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A jab from Tenryu misses.
Bakugo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bakugo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Bakugo.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Bakugo shakes him off and moves away.
Tenryu misses the jab.
Bakugo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Tenryu catches Bakugo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gen Tenryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but Bakugo pushes him away.
Bakugo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Bakugo misses with an attempted mid kick. #T2#
Bakugo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tenryu misses with a straight left.
Tenryu getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#TD#
Bakugo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bakugo stops Tenryu from getting back to his feet.
Tenryu is refusing to be controlled, as Bakugo sits in half guard.
Bakugo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tenryu is controlling Bakugo's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Bakugo is trying to control. Tenryu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bakugo trying to control the pace.
Bakugo is thwarting Tenryu's attempts to control the position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
Tenryu is controlling Bakugo's position as best he can from this difficult position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bakugo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Bakugo sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Bakugo avoids it this time.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Bakugo.
Bakugo takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Bakugo slips under a jab.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Bakugo.
Tenryu stuffs the takedown attempt from Bakugo. Bakugo gets slowly back to his feet.
Bakugo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#T4#
Bakugo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tenryu scores with a body shot.
Bakugo lands an overhand right.
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bakugo.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Bakugo ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Bakugo tries to work over Tenryu's front leg with a kick but Tenryu checks it.
Bakugo shoots in and drives through. Tenryu sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katsuki Bakugo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bakugo looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Bakugo.
Bakugo throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bakugo.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tenryu darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Tenryu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Bakugo.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bakugo takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Bakugo is looking to wear down Tenryu with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Bakugo misses with a shot to the body
and Tenryu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bakugo manages to avoid it.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bakugo was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Bakugo stuns Tenryu with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bakugo drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tenryu sprawls and moves away.
Bakugo lands a nice hook to Tenryu's body. Tenryu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A shot to the liver by Bakugo. Beautiful body shot.
Bakugo with a poor takedown
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bakugo looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice shot by Bakugo.
Bakugo scores with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Tenryu has closed the distance and engaged Bakugo in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu tries to stall but Bakugo uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bakugos head. #T1#
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Bakugo.
Bakugo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bakugo tries to score a body lock takedown but Tenryu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu stalling the fight.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bakugo.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Bakugo avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Bakugo wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katsuki Bakugo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Bakugo.
Tenryu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Bakugo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Bakugo looking to stall. #T2#
Bakugo prevents a body shot from Tenryu. #TD#
Bakugo has hold of one of Tenryu's legs. Tenryu is fighting the takedown attempt but Bakugo gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Bakugo is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Bakugo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tenryu works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tenryu holds on and takes a little breather.
Bakugo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tenryu's head.#T3#
Tenryu working a defensive guard here.
Bakugo connects with a couple of short punches.
Bakugo lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Bakugo controlling from the top position.
Tenryu controlling Bakugo's posture.
Bakugo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tenryu working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bakugo.
Bakugo stands up over Tenryu, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bakugo 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.
Tenryu keeping moving, preventing Bakugo from controlling successfully.
Bakugo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tenryu keeping hold of Bakugo's head, controlling as best he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakugo is looking to take a break and control but Tenryu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bakugo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Katsuki Bakugo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tenryu trying to control but Bakugo postures up. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
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 Katsuki Bakugo will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Tenryu has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
Bakugo blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD#
Bakugo has picked Tenryu up - he's going for a ride! Bakugo dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Tenryu is refusing to be controlled, as Bakugo sits in half guard.
Bakugo lands with a punch from half guard.
Tenryu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Tenryu wants to control but Bakugo is keeping busy. #T1#
Bakugo seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bakugo is pressing down on Tenryu's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tenryu is holding on for now.
Bakugo seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tenryu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Tenryu wants to get back to his feet.
Bakugo sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Bakugo working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tenryu keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tenryu is trying to control but can't.
Tenryu regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tenryu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bakugo throws a big right hand that misses.
Bakugo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tenryu has Bakugo pulled in close to control his posture. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Tenryu tries to clinch up but Bakugo circles away and keeps his distance.
Bakugo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tenryu.
Bakugo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Bakugo. #T3#
No luck for Bakugo with that takedown attempt.
Bakugo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bakugo takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Bakugo throws a sloppy body shot
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Bakugo jabs Tenryu to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bakugo swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by Bakugo and move into the clinch position.
Bakugo throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tenryu lands a nice looking body shot.
Bakugo shoots in but Tenryu avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bakugo throws a body shot but no joy. #T4##CL2#
Tenryu closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tenryu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bakugo backwards.
Tenryu is working Bakugo over against the cage.
Bakugo misses with a body punch.
Bakugo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tenryu avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Katsuki Bakugo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD#
Bakugo decides to pull guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bakugo can't keep his opponent in guard - Tenryu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tenryu tries to stand and escape but Bakugo is controlling the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gen Tenryu.
I think Tenryu 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 Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Gen Tenryu!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Gen Tenryu waved his t-shirt featuring Brooklyn Apothecary's logo in front of the cameras.

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights XIV
Date: Nov 18, 2022

#R1#
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Tenryu moved away.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Kersikov.
Nice uppercut lands for Kersikov. That snapped Tenryu's head back.
Tenryu walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kersikov looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
Tenryu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kersikov waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tenryu.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Kersikov fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov misses with a hook.
Tenryu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
As Kersikov tries to get set, Tenryu tries to push him back and clinch up but Kersikov manages to avoid the attempt.
Tenryu moves out of range of the body kick.#T1#
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Kersikov throws a wild body kick that Tenryu sees coming a mile off.
Tenryu seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov misses with a kick to the body.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kersikov moves away.
Kersikov appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Kersikov misses the target.
Tenryu takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kersikov lands a really nice looking cross but Tenryu seems unphased.
Kersikov feints and then cracks Tenryu's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tenryu down.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov looks to land a left hand but Tenryu moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Kersikov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
Kersikov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Kersikov misses with a straight right.
Kersikov scores with a jab. Tenryu acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tenryu throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Tenryu throws a hook to the side of Kersikov's head but Kersikov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kersikov swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kersikov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Kersikov connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Tenryu swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Kersikov counter with a right hand.
Kersikov misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.#T3#
Kersikov scores with a nice head shot.
Kersikov fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tenryu on the side of the head.
Kersikov ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kersikov throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Kersikov.
Tenryu misses with a hook
and Kersikov counters with a two punch combo.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
Kersikov tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Kersikov.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Tenryu steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kersikov. That one must have hurt.
Kersikov darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T4#
Kersikov uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tenryu has time to react.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tenryu is able to avoid easily.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kersikov throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Kersikov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tenryu had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Kersikov.
Kersikov scoring well with a low kick there.
Kersikov throws a front kick aimed at Tenryu's knee but Tenryu avoids it well.
Tenryu 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.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Tenryu is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Kersikov.
The fighters circling - Kersikov throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov dominated that round.
That's time! Tenryu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tenryu avoids a kick to the body.
Kersikov misses with a wild combination.
Tenryu throws a looping overhand right but Kersikov ducks down to avoid it.
Kersikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tenryu seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a body shot but no joy.
Kersikov moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kersikov scores with a jab to the head. #T1#
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Tenryu swings for the body but Kersikov moves out of range.
Tenryu moves out of range as Kersikov throws a body kick.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu throws a lazy right hand but Kersikov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kersikov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kersikov manages to circle out of the way.
Tenryu avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Kersikov manages to circle out of the way.
Kersikov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tenryu is out of range and Kersikov settles back down.
Kersikov scores with a kick to the midsection.
A decent looking cross lands there for Kersikov.#T2#
Kersikov lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Tenryu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kersikov ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kersikov.
Tenryu moves out of range as Kersikov throws a body kick.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Kersikov.
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!
Kersikov goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Kersikov takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Kersikov moved out of range nicely.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tenryu might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Kersikov lands with a right hand. #T3#
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Kersikov throws a leg kick #CL#
and Tenryu counters by clinching up.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head. #BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Kersikov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tenryu moves out of range of the strikes.
Tenryu cracks Kersikov with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Kersikov thuds his right hand into Tenryu's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Kersikov.
Tenryu with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kersikov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Kersikov swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tenryu.
A big right from Kersikov misses.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kersikov.
Kersikov is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the body
and Kersikov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Boyko Kersikov showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Jab from Kersikov.
Kersikov has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Tenryu moved away.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu is looking to counter the offense by Kersikov and move into the clinch.
Tenryu avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tenryu has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Kersikov.
Kersikov throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov misses with a series of wild punches.
Tenryu is looking to wear down Kersikov 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.
Kersikov moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.
Kersikov tried to score with a low kick but Tenryu checks it.#T1#
Kersikov throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tenryu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kersikov.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Tenryu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
A big left from Kersikov misses.
A left lands for Kersikov.
Nice cross by Kersikov.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov is looking to slow Tenryu down with leg kicks.
Kersikov feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tenryu lands a slapping body shot.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Kersikov looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Kersikov throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A clash of legs there as Tenryu blocks the low kick.
Kersikov lands a nice looking body kick.
Kersikov looks to land a body kick but Tenryu moved away.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tenryu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Kersikov connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kersikov manages to avoid it.
Kersikov throws a lazy uppercut #CL#
and Tenryu holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kersikov lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T3#
Kersikov throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tenryus head.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Tenryu looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tenryu is trying to stall.
Kersikov trying to stall but Tenryu improves his position.
Tenryu trying to stall but Kersikov improves his position.
Tenryu is pushing Kersikov up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kersikov lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tenryu will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
A shot in the inside from Kersikov.
Tenryu is trying to maintain a safe position but Kersikov gets an underhook and turns Tenryu into the cage.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
A short left from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut. #T4##BC2#
Kersikov breaks from the clinch.
Good leg kick by Kersikov.
Kersikov throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kersikov scores with a jab.
Kersikov throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A swing and a miss from Kersikov.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Kersikov breaks away and moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tenryu.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Kersikov lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
A jab lands there for Kersikov.
Tenryu has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tenryu there as he acknowledges the shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Boyko Kersikov comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kersikov 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 James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA 149 Kersikov vs Abarai 2
Date: Oct 16, 2022

#R1#
Luciano lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Luciano missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Luciano.
Luciano scores with a three punch combo!
Luciano moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
A swing and a miss from Luciano.
Luciano ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Luciano attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Luciano on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Nice jab there from Luciano.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Luciano throws a quick inside leg kick.
Luciano misses with an uppercut.
Luciano scoring well with a low kick there.
Tenryu checks the leg kick.
Tenryu seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Luciano throws a looping overhand right but Tenryu ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Luciano closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1#
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Luciano fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Luciano pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Luciano is just out of range.
Luciano is looking to land body kicks.
Tenryu on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Luciano ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Tenryu seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Luciano moves away.
Luciano shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Luciano misses with a body shot.
Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Luciano.
Tenryu fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tenryu tries to close the distance and clinch but Luciano swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Luciano! But no joy.
Luciano moves into range and lands a nice body kick. #T2#
Luciano swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Luciano manages to circle out of the way.
Luciano with the inside leg kick.
Luciano misses with a body kick.
Luciano avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Luciano keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Luciano lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Luciano.
Tenryu is looking to wear down Luciano 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!
Luciano throws a leg kick but Tenryu moved away.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Luciano.
Luciano throws a leg kick that misses.
Luciano lands a jab to the nose.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Tenryu slips a straight right by Luciano.
Gen Tenryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Tenryu gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Luciano goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Luciano as Tenryu tries to tie him up.
Luciano struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Luciano breaks the clinch.
Luciano misses with a leg kick
and Tenryu counters with a right hand to the body. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Luciano misses with a hook to the ribs.
Luciano lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Luciano backwards.
Luciano lands a right hand.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Luciano.
Luciano lands a hook that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards. #T4#
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Luciano throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A body shot lands from Tenryu.
A left hand lands to the body for Luciano.
Luciano tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #TD2#
Luciano pulls Tenryu into guard. #SUB2#
Luciano had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tenryu defends it easily.#SUB2#
Luciano is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tenryu is looking to advance position but Luciano has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Tenryu tries to hold on but Luciano postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ray Luciano dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Luciano manages to avoid it.
It seemed like Luciano was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Luciano.
Tenryu is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Luciano.#CL#
Luciano gets tackled into the cage by Tenryu. Tenryu maintains the clinch.
Luciano is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Luciano can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Luciano blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Luciano lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Luciano lands a body shot.
Luciano looking for a takedown.
Luciano jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Tenryu walks away with a smile on his face. Luciano gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Luciano is just out of range.
Luciano throws out a counter right but Tenryu avoids it with no problem.
Luciano throws a front kick aimed at Tenryu's knee but Tenryu avoids it well.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Luciano.
Tenryu gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1#
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
Luciano misses with a low kick.
Tenryu lands a jab to the nose.
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
Luciano changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Luciano throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Luciano throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Luciano.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Luciano throws a right and a left that Tenryu avoids nicely.
Luciano bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tenryu's head.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
Luciano keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Luciano has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Luciano 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.
Tenryu is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Luciano.#T2#
Luciano throws out a loose jab but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ray Luciano seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Luciano throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Tenryu counters by clinching up.
Luciano blocking some punches.
A frustrated look appears on Luciano's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A short uppercut from Luciano.
Luciano misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu 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.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Luciano blocks it.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Luciano blocks it.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Luciano. #BC2#
Luciano manages to break the clinch.
Luciano just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tenryu swings for the body but Luciano moves out of range. #CL2#
Luciano gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Luciano blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu tries to work over Luciano's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Luciano lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to stall but Luciano uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A short left from Tenryu. #TD2#
Luciano has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Tenryu uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Tenryu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Luciano has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tenryu has managed to get both his arms back between Luciano's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Luciano working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Tenryu has passed into half guard! #SU#
Tenryu decides to stand and escape the position.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Luciano takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Luciano lands with a good body shot.#T4#
Good exchange - Luciano coming out on top.
Luciano chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Luciano pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
As Luciano tries to get set, Tenryu tries to push him back and clinch up but Luciano manages to avoid the attempt.
Luciano scores with a kick to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Luciano swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Luciano scores with a jab to the body.
Tenryu scores with a jab.
Luciano misses the jab.
Luciano tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Luciano.
Tenryu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Luciano moves away.
A nice inside leg kick there by Luciano. That's going to slow Tenryu down.
Luciano misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ray Luciano 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tenryu throws a big shot that misses.
Luciano throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Luciano jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Luciano manages to circle out of the way.
Tenryu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Luciano looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Luciano was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Luciano jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Luciano swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tenryu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Luciano.
Luciano takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Luciano closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Luciano is just out of range.
Tenryu slips a jab from Luciano.
Luciano misses with a wild body shot.
Luciano displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
It seemed like Luciano was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Tenryu checks the leg kick nicely there.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Luciano.
Tenryu swings for the body but Luciano moves out of range.
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Luciano.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Luciano! But no joy.
Tenryu with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the body
and Luciano counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Luciano sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Luciano lands a glancing blow to the side of Tenryu's head.
Luciano lands with a thumping leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Luciano. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Luciano throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Luciano.
A jab lands there for Luciano.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Luciano moves away.
Tenryu stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Luciano.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Luciano.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Luciano breaks away and moves out of range.
Tenryu misses with a body shot
and Luciano counters with a left to the body.
Luciano connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T3#
Luciano lands a lovely overhand right.
Nice sprawl there from Tenryu as Luciano shoots in.
Luciano looks to land a left hand but Tenryu moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Luciano thumps Tenryu with a low kick.
Tenryu avoids a kick to the body.
Tenryu lands with a shot to the body.
Ray Luciano is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tenryu takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Luciano tries a low kick but Tenryu avoids it.
Luciano misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Tenryu counters by clinching up.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Luciano blocks it.
Tenryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T4#
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Luciano lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tenryu or not.
Luciano misses with a hook to the ribs.
Luciano can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Ray Luciano seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Luciano can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
A nice left hand lands by Luciano.
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!
Tenryu tries a body shot but Luciano blocks it.
Luciano gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Luciano jumps guard but Tenryu turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Tenryu tries to stall but Luciano uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Luciano or not.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Luciano controls the action.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ray Luciano comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Luciano 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights IX
Date: Sep 16, 2022

#R1#
Muromets pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu lands an overhand right.
Muromets pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Muromets.
Muromets throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
A left lands for Muromets.
Muromets throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Muromets tries a head kick but it misses.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A little jabbing left from Tenryu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Muromets misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.#T1#
A jab from Muromets misses.
Muromets throws a lazy head kick #KD2#
and Tenryu counters with a crisp right hand that drops Muromets! Tenryu lets Muromets back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Muromets is rocked!
Tenryu feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Murometss jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Oh Muromets is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Muromets bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tenryu drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Muromets's head, knocking him out cold! Tenryu is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gen Tenryu!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Gen Tenryu made sure he mentioned Brooklyn Apothecary, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: DMMA 130 Niculescu Vs Martin
Date: Aug 13, 2022

#R1##CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch successfully.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
I was talking to Tenryu's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kersikov'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.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Kersikov softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Kersikov controlling the action here for a moment.
Kersikov lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards. #T1#
Kersikov tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov tries to stall but Tenryu uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Kersikov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice body punch from Kersikov.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head.
A short right from Kersikov.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Kersikov.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov working aggressively here.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kersikov misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it.
Kersikov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tenryu working aggressively here. #T2#
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow.
Kersikov taking a breather.
The referee is keeping an eye on Kersikov - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu is leaning against Kersikov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Kersikov lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
A body shot lands from Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Kersikov lands with a light punch inside.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Kersikov misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov digs a right hand into Tenryu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tenryu's gas tank.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Kersikov throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov is pushing Tenryu up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #T4#
Kersikov is working Tenryu over against the cage.
Kersikov has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Kersikov controls his hands.
Kersikov lands a hook to the side of the head.
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kersikov lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Boyko Kersikov will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kersikov. Kersikov obviously looking to wear him down.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu misses with a jab to the body
and Tenryu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Kersikov! But no joy.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kersikov was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a jab when Kersikov was well out of range.
Tenryu moves out of range of the strikes.
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kersikov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kersikov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tenryu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kersikov moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Kersikov was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Kersikov does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Tenryu closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
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!
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Boyko Kersikov seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Kersikov controls the action. #T1#
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kersikov tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kersikov.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu'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.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A body shot lands from Kersikov.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kersikov stalling in the clinch. #T2#
Kersikov blocking some punches.
A short right from Kersikov.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kersikov wants to stall.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Still in the clinch, Kersikov scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to work over Kersikov's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch 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!
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu working aggressively here. #T3#
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kersikov throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Kersikov avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Kersikov is struggling to control the position.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Kersikov lands with a left to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Kersikov misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Kersikov tries to tie him up.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Kersikov content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Kersikov lands a body punch in the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kersikov's elbow. #T4#
Kersikov blocking some punches.
Kersikov scores with a hook to the body.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Kersikov blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Kersikov lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kersikov taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Kersikov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kersikov's gas tank.
Kersikov tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Kersikov misses with some punches.
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 Gen Tenryu 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL#
Tenryu has managed to clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kersikov lands a left hand.
Kersikov lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Kersikov's head.
Tenryu takes a shot to the head.
Kersikov goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Kersikov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kersikov lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Kersikov is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Kersikov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tenryu is keeping busy.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Kersikov blocks it. #T1#
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Kersikov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Kersikov.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kersikovs head.
A nice left hand lands by Kersikov.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kersikov misses with a punch to the body.
Kersikov blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Kersikov dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Kersikov tries to tie him up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Kersikov trying to control the position but instead, Tenryu has worked for underhooks and has pushed Kersikov into the cage.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Kersikov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kersikov tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kersikov takes a shot to the head.
Kersikov is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tenryu is keeping busy.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kersikov backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kersikov throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu misses with some punches. #T3#
Kersikov blocking some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu pushes Kersikov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Kersikov tries to tie him up.
Kersikov makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Kersikov.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Kersikov blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu letting Kersikov take a breather here.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Kersikovs head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kersikov.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Kersikov.
Tenryu lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu gets through Kersikov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Kersikov works on Tenryu's body with a couple of short punches.
A nice left hand lands by Kersikov.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Kersikov.
Kersikov takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Kersikov blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Kersikov lands a left hand.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
Kersikov prevents a body shot from Tenryu.

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

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gen Tenryu!
Gen Tenryu gave a mention to Brooklyn Apothecary in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales).

Event: DMMA Friday Night Fights 2
Date: Jul 15, 2022

#R1#
Grubbs throws a big shot that misses.
Nice body punch from Grubbs.
Grubbs scores with a sloppy right hand. Tenryu should have avoided that one.
A jab from Tenryu does it's job there.
Grubbs misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
Grubbs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Grubbs shakes him off and moves away.
Grubbs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tenryu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Grubbs sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Grubbs avoids it this time.
Grubbs doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Grubbs takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Grubbs lands a nice looking body shot.
Grubbs sizes up Tenryu with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Grubbs moves away.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Grubbs.
A jab from Grubbs misses.
Grubbs scores with a nice strike.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Grubbs saw that one coming.#T1#
Grubbs pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Grubbs takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Grubbs.
Tenryu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tenryu connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tenryu walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tenryu gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A punch lands to the side of Grubbs 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Grubbs does a little dance to reset his feet.
Grubbs looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Grubbs misses the target.
Grubbs misses with a looping right.
Grubbs swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Grubbs throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Grubbs throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu connects with a right hand. Grubbs shakes it off.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Grubbs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Grubbs.
Grubbs throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Tenryu tries to counter by closing the distance.
Grubbs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Grubbs sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Grubbs avoids it this time.
Tenryu throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Grubbs stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Grubbs.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Grubbs.
Tenryu punishes Grubbs's body with a nice straight punch.
Grubbs has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Grubbs there as he acknowledges the shot.
Grubbs throws a big shot that misses.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Grubbs.
Grubbs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Grubbs shakes him off and moves away.#T3#
Grubbs gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A slow jab from Grubbs misses its intended target.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Grubbs.
Grubbs looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Grubbs throws the left hand but Tenryu avoids the punch easily.
Grubbs missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Grubbs throws a big shot that misses.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but Grubbs pushes him away.
Grubbs ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Grubbs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Grubbs rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Grubbs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Grubbs sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Grubbs avoids it this time.
Grubbs ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Tenryu tries to clinch there but Grubbs circles away. #T4#
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a looping overhand right but Grubbs ducks down to avoid it.
Grubbs looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
The fighters circling - Grubbs throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Grubbs misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
Grubbs just misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Grubbs had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Grubbs moved out of range nicely.
Grubbs was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tenryu misses with a hook.
It looked like Grubbs wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grubbs.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Grubbs.
Tenryu closes the distance but Grubbs moves to the side
letting Grubbs counter with a right hand.
Grubbs displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
Tenryu throws a hook to the side of Grubbs's head but Grubbs sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tenryu takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edward Grubbs dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tenryu tries to counter by closing the distance.
Grubbs keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tenryu in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Grubbs connects with a jab.
Grubbs misses with a body shot
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Grubbs throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Grubbs misses with a straight right.
Edward Grubbs is winning the standup battle so far.
Tenryu takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Grubbs scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tenryu in his tracks.
Grubbs fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Grubbs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grubbs throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Grubbs lands with a nice body punch.
Tenryu cracks Grubbs with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grubbs.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but Grubbs pushes him away.
Grubbs swings away with a body shot that misses
and Grubbs takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Grubbs throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Grubbs waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tenryu.
A nice side step and Tenryu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A left lands for Tenryu.
Grubbs lands a jab to Tenryu's midsection.
Grubbs throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Grubbs sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Grubbs avoids it this time.
Tenryu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Grubbs is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Grubbs. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu slips under a jab from Grubbs.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tenryu fails with an attempt to clinch.
Grubbs wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Grubbs takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Grubbs lands with a cross.
Grubbs is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Grubbs's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tenryu under the eye.#T2#
Grubbs lands a head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Grubbs swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu moves out of range as Grubbs strikes.
Grubbs loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tenryu, as that shot connected. #CL2#
Tenryu has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Grubbs backwards.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Grubbs working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Grubbs's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tenryu defending well as Grubbs loads up on a big left hand.
Grubbs keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T3#
Grubbs looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Grubbs avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Grubbs lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Grubbs sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Grubbs swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
A little feinted left hand from Grubbs on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tenryu lands with a good body shot.
Edward Grubbs seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tenryu is looking to clinch.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but Grubbs pushes him away.
Grubbs rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand. #T4#
Grubbs uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Grubbs shakes him off and moves away.
Grubbs missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Grubbs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
A big left from Grubbs misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Grubbs throws an off balance right hand #CL2#
and Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Grubbs blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu has Grubbs pressed against the cage.
Tenryu gets through Grubbs's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Grubbs looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Edward Grubbs dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Grubbs looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
Grubbs throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Grubbs lands with an uppercut that bounces Tenryu off the cage and back into range.
A big right from Grubbs misses.
Tenryu jabs Grubbs right on the nose. Grubbs blinks but takes it well.
Grubbs scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tenryu in his tracks.
Grubbs misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Grubbs throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Grubbs jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Grubbs manages to avoid it.
Tenryu closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
Grubbs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tenryu. #T1#
Grubbs looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Grubbs lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A swing and a miss from Grubbs.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Grubbs missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Grubbs swings widly with a right hand #CL2#
and Tenryu counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tenryu keeps control of Grubbs as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Grubbs wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tenryu stalling in the clinch. #BC#
Grubbs breaks the clinch.
Grubbs lands with an overhand left.
Grubbs misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
Tenryu lands with a good body shot.
Grubbs throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tenryu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Grubbs throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu moves out of range as Grubbs strikes.
Tenryu ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Grubbs misses with a wild body shot.
Grubbs lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Grubbs.
Grubbs pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Tenryu misses the target.
Grubbs throws a big shot that misses.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Grubbs.
Nice straight punches there by Grubbs. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Grubbs.
Tenryu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Grubbs counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Grubbs lands a jab to the nose.
Grubbs throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Grubbs fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tenryu on the side of the head.
Edward Grubbs is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tenryu looks to land a right hand but Grubbs moved out of range.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Grubbs saw that one coming.
Grubbs connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tenryu. Tenryu circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Grubbs throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Grubbs slips a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut
and Grubbs counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Tenryu moves into the clinch successfully. #T4#
Grubbs blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Grubbs blocks an uppercut.
Grubbs being controlled against the cage.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu tries to stall but Grubbs uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Grubbs controls his hands.
Grubbs is trying to push Tenryu away but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Grubbs.
Grubbs blocks a body shot from Tenryu.

And that's the end of the fight!
Edward Grubbs showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Grubbs, 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Edward Grubbs!
Our winner, Edward Grubbs, 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 112 Barboza vs Panda
Date: Jun 11, 2022

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Womack.
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tenryu lands with a cross.
Tenryu misses with a looping right.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Womack moved out of range nicely.
Womack connects with a crisp jab.
Womack throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Womack throws a one two combo.
Womack pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Tenryu misses its target.
Tenryu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Womack manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Womack closes the distance and clinches.
Womack is trying to force a seperation but Tenryu has the dominant position.
Womack wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
Womack is trying to force a seperation but Tenryu has the dominant position.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Womack up against the cage.#T1#
Womack wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Womack wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Womack is trying to push Tenryu away but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Womack wants to break the clinch but can't.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Womack looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Womack controls the action.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Tenryu.
Womack tries to break free but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Womack pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Womack darts in and clinches Tenryu up against the cage.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Womack working hard to break the clinch.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Womack looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tenryu tries to work over Womack's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Womack breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Womack doesn't seem bothered though.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the body.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Womack lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Womack.
Tenryu takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Womack throws a right and a left that Tenryu avoids nicely.
Tenryu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Womack.
Mac Womack seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Womack throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tenryu lands a jab to Womack's midsection.#CL#
Tenryu pushes Womack up against the cage in a clinch.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Womack backwards.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
A frustrated look appears on Womack's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tenryu is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #T3#
Tenryu lands an uppercut.#BC2#
Womack breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tenryu is looking to wear down Womack with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu is looking to clinch.
Tenryu dodges the punch combination from Womack.
Womack gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Womack misses with a head kick.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Tenryu blocks a head kick by Womack.
Womack rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tenryu moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Womack misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Womack misses with a series of wild punches.
Gen Tenryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Womack misses with a series of wild punches.
Womack misses with a two punch combination.
A nice combination there by Womack.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu throws a good cross that connects.
Tenryu cracks Womack with an open hand slap.
Womack misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Womack on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Womack throws a right and a left that Tenryu avoids nicely.
A punch combination from Womack misses.
Tenryu is looking to clinch.
Womack throws a counter combo.
Nice shot by Womack.
Tenryu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Womack takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Womack circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Tenryu has managed to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mac Womack will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Womack.
Womack looks to land a combination but Tenryu avoids it well.
Tenryu tries to counter by clinching up but Womack breaks away and moves out of range.
Mac Womack is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Womack lands a two punch combo.
Womack misses with a body kick.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Womack manages to avoid it.
Womack throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Womack misses with a series of wild punches.
Mac Womack seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Womack.
Womack doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Womack throws a sloppy head kick #CL#
and Tenryu counters by clinching up.
Womack is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu is controlling him.
Tenryu is working Womack over against the cage.#BC2#
Womack breaks the clinch.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Womack was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Sloppy strikes from Womack. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Womack throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Tenryu counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Womack is breathing heavily.
Womack wants to break free but Tenryu has control. #T1#
Womack wants to break the clinch but can't.
Womack blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Womack wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Tenryu 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.
Womack wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Womack's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Womack wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
A bit of stalling here from Tenryu.
Womack is trying to force a seperation but Tenryu has the dominant position.
Womack wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu prevents Womack from breaking the clinch.
Gen Tenryu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu pressing his opponent against the cage.
Womack is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch. #T2#
A short uppercut from Tenryu.
A frustrated look appears on Womack's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Womack is trying to force a seperation but Tenryu has the dominant position.
Womack takes a shot to the head.
A bit of stalling here from Tenryu.
Tenryu has Womack pressed against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Womack is trying to push Tenryu away but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Tenryu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Womack wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
Womack wants to break free but Tenryu has control.
Tenryu trying to control the position but instead, Womack has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tenryu into the cage.
Nice body punch from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC2#
Womack breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
A punch combination from Womack misses. #CL#
Tenryu closes the distance and clinches.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tenryu prevents Womack from breaking the clinch.
Womack wants to break the clinch but can't.
Womack looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Womack looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#BC2#
Womack's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tenryu punishes Womack's body with a nice straight punch.
The crowd cheers as Tenryu lands an impressive looking overhand right. Womack doesn't seem phased though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Womack does a little dance to reset his feet.
Womack takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
Womack misses with the combination.
Womack takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Womack swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T4#
Womack throws a big shot that misses.
Tenryu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Tenryu moves into range and clinches up with Womack.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu lands a left hand. #BC2#
Womack manages to break the clinch.
Tenryu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Womack lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Womack throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Womack manages to circle out of the way.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tenryu.#CL#
Tenryu instigates a clinch.
Womack tries to break free but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Womack's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tenryu stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tenryu takes a swing at Womack's ribcage but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Womack thows a left - swing and a miss!
Womack tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Womack looks to land a combination but Tenryu avoids it well.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Tenryu instigates a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Tenryu.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu displaying some good clinch control by pressing Womack up against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Womack takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Womack is looking to break free of the clinch but Tenryu has double underhooks.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Womack backwards.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Womack backwards.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short left from Tenryu.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tenryu - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Womacks head. #BC2#
Womack breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu scores with a jab to the body.
Tenryu slaps away a takedown attempt from Womack, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Tenryu takes a swing at Womack's ribcage but misses. #T2#
Womack tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Womack is just out of range.#CL#
Womack gets tackled into the cage by Tenryu. Tenryu maintains the clinch.
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Womack's efforts to push away.
Womack is looking to break free of the clinch but Tenryu has double underhooks.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Womack's head.
Womack wants to break free but Tenryu has control.
Tenryu lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Womack backwards. #BC2#
Womack pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Womack rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tenryu moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL#
Tenryu pushes Womack up against the cage in a clinch.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Womack's efforts to push away.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Womack backwards.
Tenryu misses with a body punch. #T3#
Womack tries to break free but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Womack breaks from the clinch.
Tenryu works Womack's body with a nice hook.#CL#
Tenryu rushes Womack and presses him up against the cage.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Womack backwards.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Womack backwards.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Womack's ribcage. Womack let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tenryu prevents Womack from breaking the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Womack is trying to push Tenryu away but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Womack breaks from the clinch.
Womack takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tenryu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Womack can do to turn this around?#CL#
Tenryu rushes Womack and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Womack is trying to break free.
Tenryu tries to work over Womack's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tenryu pushes Womack back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tenryu has Womack pressed against the cage, preventing Womack from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Womack prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Womack's ribcage. Womack let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Womack wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:26
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 30:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gen Tenryu!

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

#R1#
Garcia misses with a looping left.
Garcia bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Garcia throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Garcia.
Garcia fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tenryu checks it well.
Garcia moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Garcia is looking to slow Tenryu down with leg kicks.
Garcia connects with a body shot that sends Tenryu's belly button to the back.
Garcia tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Garcia bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia connects with an inside leg kick.
Tenryu blocks a head kick by Garcia.
Garcia throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Segundo Garcia has been cut.
Garcia throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Garcia manages to avoid it.#T1#
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Garcia tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Garcia lands with a shot to the body.
Garcia misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Garcia loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Garcia tries to score with a low kick but Tenryu moves his leg out of the way.
Garcia scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
A low kick from Garcia is predictable there
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tenryu moves out of range as Garcia strikes.
Tenryu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tenryu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Garcia. Garcia obviously looking to wear him down.
Good leg kick by Garcia. #T2#
Tenryu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Garcia.
Garcia thumps Tenryu with a low kick.
Garcia connects with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Garcia with a nice cross.
Garcia misses the jab.
Garcia feints and then cracks Tenryu's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tenryu down.
A big right from Garcia misses.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tenryu takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Garcia.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Garcia scores with a punch to the head.
Garcia fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Garcia connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Garcia lands with a thumping leg kick. #T3#
Tenryu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Garcia walks into a left hand.
Garcia lands a head shot.
Garcia lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Garcia is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tenryu had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Garcia with a nice calf kick.
A jab from Garcia misses.
Garcia cracks Tenryu with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A jab from Garcia misses.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big left from Garcia misses.
Tenryu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Garcia feints and then cracks Tenryu's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tenryu down.
Garcia looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Tenryu misses the target.
Garcia is looking to slow Tenryu down with leg kicks.
Tenryu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Garcia throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Garcia lunges at Tenryu with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Tenryu's hand.
Garcia looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Tenryu with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Garcia to score with a decent uppercut.
Garcia connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tenryu. Tenryu circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Garcia scores with a jab. Tenryu acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Garcia defending well as Tenryu loads up on a big left hand.
Garcia looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Garcia is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Garcia misses with a left hand
and Garcia takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Garcia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Garcia misses with a low kick.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Garcia.
A solid leg kick lands there for Garcia.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Segundo Garcia dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Segundo Garcia's cut.
That's time! Tenryu's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Garcia lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tenryu at a distance.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tenryu might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Tenryu takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
An attempted straight right counter from Tenryu misses the target.
Segundo Garcia seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Garcia connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tenryu is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Garcia misses with a wild body shot.
A nice leg kick lands there from Garcia.
Garcia scoring well with a low kick there.
Garcia fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Garcia lands the left hand.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Garcia saw that one coming.
Garcia with the inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tenryu 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.
Garcia misses with an uppercut. #T1#
Garcia ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Garcia throws out a counter right but Tenryu avoids it with no problem.
Garcia misses with a hook.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Garcia manages to avoid it.
A big right from Garcia misses.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Garcia has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tenryu throws out a loose jab but Garcia uses good head movement to avoid it.
Garcia connects with an inside leg kick.
Garcia misses the shot to the body.
Garcia misses with a leg kick
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Garcia throws a nice inside leg kick.
Tenryu stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Garcia.
Garcia throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Garcia throws a leg kick
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Garcia connects with a right hand. Tenryu shakes it off.
Garcia misses with a looping right.#T2#
Tenryu looks to throw the jab but Garcia is out of range.
Garcia throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tenryu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tenryu is looking to counter punch.
Garcia misses with a body shot.
Garcia misses with a body shot
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
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!
Donk. Garcia catches Tenryu right on the button with a cross.
Garcia throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tenryu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Garcia misses with a body shot
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#That has opened up Segundo Garcia's cut even more.
Tenryu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Garcia connects with a leg kick.
Garcia turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Garcia with the inside leg kick.
Garcia lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Garcia looks to land a body kick but Tenryu moved away.#T3#
Garcia lands a nice shot to the body.
Jab from Garcia.
Garcia lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Garcia connects with a leg kick.
Garcia scores with a push kick.
Tenryu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Garcia fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tenryu on the side of the head.
Garcia connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tenryu looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tenryu thuds his right hand into Garcia's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Garcia misses with a low kick.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Garcia.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
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!
Garcia dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Garcia digs a good body shot into Tenryu's ribs.
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Garcia.
A jab from Garcia does it's job there.
Garcia swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tenryu takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Garcia scores with a spinning back kick!
Garcia uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Garcia connects with the punch.
Garcia uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Garcia.
Garcia is looking to slow Tenryu down with leg kicks.
Garcia throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Segundo Garcia showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Segundo Garcia's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Garcia scores with a nice head shot.
Tenryu takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Garcia with a nice calf kick.
Garcia slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Garcia looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
Garcia misses with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
That kick from Garcia tenderised Tenryu's leg. Tenryu is trying to keep his angry face on.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Garcia.
Garcia connects with the punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Garcia bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tenryu's head.
Garcia connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tenryu's hands.
Garcia lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Garcia.
Garcia has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Tenryu keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick. #T1#
Tenryu cracks Garcia with a right hand to the side of the head.
A chopping leg kick lands by Garcia.
A good leg kick by Garcia.
Tenryu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Garcia dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tenryu. That did some damage!
Tenryu tries to move into range but Garcia moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tenryu takes a jab right on the kisser.
Garcia is looking to score with low kicks.
Garcia turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Garcia misses with a hook
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#The cut above Segundo Garcia's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Tenryu has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Garcia.
A good leg kick by Garcia.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Garcia.
Garcia fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tenryu.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#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!
Garcia lands an overhand right.
Tenryu chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Garcia can pounce on him.
Garcia lands a jab to Tenryu's midsection.
Garcia lands a nice looking body kick.
Garcia fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Garcia 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.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Garcia connects with a leg kick.
Tenryu takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Garcia misses with a low kick.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Garcia saw that one coming.
Garcia throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
Garcia dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tenryu. That did some damage!
Garcia misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tenryu moves out of range of the body kick.
Garcia connects with a single shot there.
Garcia throws a quick inside leg kick.
Tenryu takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Garcia misses the jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Garcia. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Garcia manages to avoid it.
Garcia goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Garcia looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
Garcia throws a nice inside leg kick.
Garcia ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.#T4#
Garcia throws a leg kick which misses Tenryu's front leg but catches the back leg as Tenryu tries to avoid it.
Garcia throws a nice outside leg kick.
Garcia cracks Tenryu with an open hand slap.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Garcia misses with an uppercut.
An attempted straight right counter from Tenryu misses the target.
Garcia stuns Tenryu with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Garcia misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Garcia with the inside leg kick.
Garcia lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Garcia lands a head shot.
Garcia staying out of range there.
Garcia connects with a jab.
Tenryu gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Tenryu takes one to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Segundo Garcia comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Garcia 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 James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 26:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Segundo Garcia!
Our winner, Segundo Garcia, 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 94: Magrath vs Polus 3
Date: Mar 27, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Del Fuegos gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Del Fuegos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Del Fuegos displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tenryu up against the cage.
Del Fuegos lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Del Fuegos lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
We've been informed that Del Fuegos 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.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Del Fuegos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Del Fuegos escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos throws out a counter right but Tenryu avoids it with no problem.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Del Fuegos comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tenryu digs a good hook to Del Fuegos's body. #CL2#
Del Fuegos gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T1#
Del Fuegos throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Del Fuegos can't break the clinch.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Del Fuegos goes for a takedown attempt but Tenryu pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tenryu checks the leg kick nicely there.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tenryu takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Del Fuegos connects with a right hand. Tenryu shakes it off.
Tenryu wants to clinch up but Del Fuegos keeps it at a distance.
Del Fuegos tries to counter by closing the distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Del Fuegos does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Del Fuegos was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Tenryu punishes Del Fuegos's body with a nice straight punch.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the head. #CL2#
Del Fuegos gets in close and instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
I was talking to Tenryu's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC2#
Del Fuegos escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #CL2#
Del Fuegos takes the fight into the clinch. #T2#
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Stalling in the clinch from Tenryu. #BC2#
Del Fuegos breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Del Fuegos looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Gen Tenryu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Del Fuegos gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Del Fuegos. #BC2#
Del Fuegos breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tenryu scores with a shot to the body. #CL2#
Del Fuegos takes the fight into the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Del Fuegos swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T3#
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Del Fuegos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Del Fuegos controls his hands.
Del Fuegos has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tenryu avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu tries to work over Del Fuegos's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Del Fuegos is working Tenryu over against the cage.
Del Fuegos misses with a short punch on the inside.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Del Fuegos doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Del Fuegos is trying to break free.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Del Fuegos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Del Fuegos is looking to take this one to the mat.
Gen Tenryu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Diego Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos tries to break the clinch but Tenryu is controlling the position.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu 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#
Del Fuegos swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Gen Tenryu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Del Fuegos or not.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Del Fuegos throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tenryus head.
Nice body punch from Tenryu - that landed with a thud.
Del Fuegos working hard to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Del Fuegos blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Del Fuegos wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Del Fuegos looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu. #T1#
Tenryu content to slow the pace in the clinch.
The referee calls for Tenryu to work.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu 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.
Del Fuegos working aggressively here.
Del Fuegos is trying to break free.
Tenryu gets underhooks to prevent Del Fuegos's takedown attempt.
Del Fuegos tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Del Fuegos.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Del Fuegos controls the action.
Del Fuegos blocking some punches.
Tenryu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Del Fuegos can do to turn this around?
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Del Fuegos's elbow.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Del Fuegos scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Del Fuegos backwards.
Del Fuegos lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Del Fuegos wants a takedown. #BC2#
Del Fuegos's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Del Fuegos takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tenryu catches Del Fuegos with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Del Fuegos takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu throws an off balance right hand
and Del Fuegos cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tenryu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos throws the left hand but Tenryu avoids the punch easily.
Tenryu defending well as Del Fuegos loads up on a big left hand. #T3#
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Del Fuegos.
Tenryu blocks a leg kick.
Tenryu wants to clinch up but Del Fuegos keeps it at a distance.
Del Fuegos cracks Tenryu with a right hand to the side of the head.
Del Fuegos looks to land a combination. Tenryu sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#CL2#
Del Fuegos forces Tenryu back against the cage and clinches.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Del Fuegos.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Del Fuegos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Del Fuegos's efforts to push away.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Del Fuegos is breathing heavily.
Del Fuegos can't break the clinch.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Del Fuegos's elbow. #T4#
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos tries to break the clinch but Tenryu is controlling the position.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Del Fuegos.
A nice left hand lands by Del Fuegos.
A frustrated look appears on Del Fuegos's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Del Fuegos makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Del Fuegos controls the action.
Del Fuegos tries for a takedown. No joy.
Gen Tenryu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Diego Del Fuegos.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Del Fuegos blocks it.
Del Fuegos lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Del Fuegos tries to stall but Tenryu uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Del Fuegos shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Del Fuegos keeps the fight on the outside.
Diego Del Fuegos seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Del Fuegos is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Del Fuegos moves away.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Del Fuegos does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu is looking to wear down Del Fuegos with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Del Fuegos takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Del Fuegos manages to circle out of the way.
Sloppy strikes from Del Fuegos. Those never looked like landing.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Del Fuegos.
Tenryu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Del Fuegos.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Del Fuegos closes the distance and pushes Tenryu back into the cage.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Del Fuegos swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Del Fuegos swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Del Fuegos misses with a hook from the clinch.
Nice body punch from Tenryu - that landed with a thud.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos trying to control the position but instead, Tenryu has worked for underhooks and has pushed Del Fuegos into the cage.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Del Fuegos backwards.
Del Fuegos blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Del Fuegos throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Del Fuegos or not.
Del Fuegos takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Diego Del Fuegos has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Del Fuegos tries to break free but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Del Fuegos controls the action.
Del Fuegos is stalling here.
Del Fuegos takes a shot to the head.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Del Fuegos backwards. #CUT#It looks like Diego Del Fuegos has been cut.
Del Fuegos has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Gen Tenryu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tenryu prevents a takedown attempt there.
Del Fuegos misses with some punches. #T3#
Del Fuegos is working for takedown but Tenryu is calmly controlling the position for now.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Del Fuegos breaks from the clinch. #T4#
Del Fuegos misses with a looping left.
Tenryu tries to clinch up but Del Fuegos circles away and keeps his distance.
Del Fuegos avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
Del Fuegos takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tenryu thuds a left hand into Del Fuegos's body.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Del Fuegos.
Del Fuegos replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tenryu blocks it well.#CL2#
Del Fuegos pushes Tenryu up against the cage in a clinch.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Del Fuegos misses with a body punch.
Tenryu controlling the action here for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gen Tenryu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tenryu, 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:27
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gen Tenryu!

Event: DMMA 84: Magrath vs Harakka 3
Date: Feb 19, 2022

#R1#
Evans lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Evans scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Evans. That snapped Tenryu's head back. #CL2#
Tenryu has Evans up against the cage in a clinch.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Evans's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Evans's gas tank.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Evans's ribcage. Evans let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Evans's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Evans doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Evans is breathing heavily.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
A short right from Tenryu.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Evans blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Evans.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Evans avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Evans.
Tenryu displaying some good clinch control by pressing Evans up against the cage.
Evans scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head. #T1#
A short left from Tenryu.
Evans working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Evans working aggressively here.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Evans.
Evans lands with a light punch inside.
Evans misses with a hook to the ribs.
Evans tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Evans misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Evans's elbow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Evans tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Evans.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Evans controls the action.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu stalls.
Evans lands a body shot. #T2#
A head punch on the inside from Evans fails to land.
Tenryu is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Evans misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu wants to stall.
Tenryu lands a nice uppercut.
Evans misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Evans creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Evans can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Evans throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A left hand lands to the body for Evans. #T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Evans.
Evans lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Evans goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Evans goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
Evans lands a shot to the body.
Evans lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Evans seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Evans misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Evans scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Evans digs a right hand into Tenryu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tenryu's gas tank.
Evans lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T4#
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Evans stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Evans throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Evans.
Evans throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Evans scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head.
Evans lands with a light punch inside.
Evans lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Evans backwards.
A right hand to the body from Evans.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Evans.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
Evans misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu is working Evans over against the cage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Evans doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Evans lands a right hand.
Evans has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Evans lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Evans avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
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 Gwynn Evans 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#
Evans catches Tenryu with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A swing and a miss from Evans.
A jab from Evans misses.
Evans connects with a solid leg kick.
Tenryu missing with a left hand there. Evans was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Evans turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Evans scores with a jab. Tenryu acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
A good leg kick by Evans.
The fighters circling - Tenryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Evans sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Evans avoids it this time.
Evans defending well as Tenryu loads up on a big left hand.
Evans thinks about countering with a body kick.
Evans attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Evans misses with a wild body shot.
Evans lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T1#
Evans throws a big shot that misses.
Evans looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Tenryu takes a swing at Evans's ribcage but misses.
Evans looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Tenryu slips under a jab from Evans.
Evans slips under a jab from Tenryu.
Evans misses with a head kick.
Evans tries to score with a low kick but Tenryu moves his leg out of the way.
Tenryu moves forwards but Evans connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Evans keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a lunging right hand
and Evans counters with a left to the body.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Evans moves away and avoids it.
Evans throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Evans.
Tenryu lands a really nice looking cross but Evans seems unphased.
A telegraphed right hand from Evans misses the target.
Gwynn Evans is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Evans tries to work over Tenryu's front leg with a kick but Tenryu checks it.
A left and a right from Evans both land. Nice combination.
Tenryu checks a low kick from Evans.
Evans sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Evans avoids it this time.
Evans steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Evans defending well as Tenryu loads up on a big left hand.
Evans connects with a body shot.
Evans throws a big shot that misses.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Evans.
Tenryu changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Evans dips to his left and cracks Tenryu with an uppercut!
Tenryu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Evans on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tenryu closes the distance but Evans moves to the side
and Evans connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Evans defending well as Tenryu loads up on a big left hand.
Evans throws a leg kick that misses.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Evans.
Evans throws out a powerful jab.
Evans throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Tenryu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Evans.
Evans slips under a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Evans moves away and avoids it.
Evans fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tenryu just manages to avoid it.
Evans ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Evans looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Evans misses with a looping right.
Tenryu looks to clinch
and Evans counters with a straight right hand.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T4#
Evans misses with a straight left.
Decent striking displayed by Tenryu there.
Evans attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tenryu moves out of range as Evans strikes.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Evans.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Evans shakes him off and moves away.
Tenryu tries to clinch but Evans is having none of it.
As Tenryu backs away, Evans returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Evans is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?#CL2#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Evans fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Evans lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Evans has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
A short uppercut from Evans.
Evans tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Evans's elbow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gwynn Evans dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Tenryu misses with a hook. Evans ducked under it nicely.
Evans uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Evans tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tenryu is able to avoid easily.
Evans throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Evans attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Tenryu tries to counter by closing the distance.
A cross from Tenryu lands.
Tenryu takes a swing at Evans's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu with a nice cross.
Evans throws a jab when Tenryu was well out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Evans tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Evans throws a nice outside leg kick.
Evans 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.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T1#
Evans punishes Tenryu's body with a nice straight punch.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Tenryu tries to clinch but Evans is having none of it. #CL2#
Tenryu gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Evans struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Evans lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tenryu or not.
Evans lands a right hand.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
Evans lands a right hand.
Evans throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Evans swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A left hand lands to the body for Evans.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Evans.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Evans misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tenryu working aggressively here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Evans scores with a nice hook to the head.
Nice body punch from Evans.
Tenryu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Evans lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Evans misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Evans lands a shoulder strike.
Evans lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Evans lands with a left to the head.
Evans tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Evans avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Evans fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Evans backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Evans.
Evans softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Evans misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Evans lands a shot to the body.
Evans prevents a body shot from Tenryu. #T3#
Evans throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Evans.
Evans lands with a right to the head.
Evans blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu pressing his opponent against the cage.
Evans doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Evans lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Evans softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Evans blocks an uppercut.
Evans working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Gwynn Evans is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Evans blocks an uppercut. #T4#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Evans's elbow.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
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!
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Evans struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Evans uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Evans controls the action.
Evans blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Evans avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gwynn Evans showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Evans 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 Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gwynn Evans!
A relieved looking Gwynn Evans 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 76: Turgeon vs Slaissi
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
A cross from Diego lands.
Diego's corner calls for a 1-2. Diego obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Diego throws a push kick but Tenryu slaps the foot to one side.
Diego scores with a jab to the head.
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Diego moves away and avoids it.
Sam Diego seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Diego blocks a jab.
Diego has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Brooklyn Mixed Martial Arts in the buildup to the fight.
Tenryu connects with a jab.
Diego scores with a jab to the body.
Diego misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Sam Diego has been cut.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Diego.
A little jabbing left from Tenryu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Diego throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Diego misses with a hook.
Tenryu scores with a nice right hand. #T1#
Diego throws an off balance right hand
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Diego connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tenryu. Tenryu circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Diego looks for the body kick but Tenryu saw that one coming.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tenryu.#ROC2#Diego is rocked!
Tenryu throws a hook to the side of Diego's head but Diego sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Diego slips under a jab.
Diego dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Diego throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Diego lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tenryu at a distance.
Tenryu scores with a punch to the head.
Oh Diego is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Diego moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
Diego seems to have got his legs back now.
Diego throws a front kick that sends Tenryu stumbling back into the cage.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Nice straight punches there by Diego. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Diego.
A telegraphed right hand from Tenryu misses the target.
Diego's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tenryu under the eye.
Diego is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Diego 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.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Diego avoids it with no problem.
Diego misses with a low kick as Tenryu jumps back.
Diego 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.
Diego throws a shot to the body. #KD2#
Tenryu lands a big uppercut and Diego crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Diego looks OK. Tenryu waves Diego back to his feet!
Diego dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Diego jabs Tenryu to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tenryu might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T3#
Diego scores with a jab to the head.
Tenryu misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Diego on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Diego ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice jab there from Diego.
Diego misses with a body shot.
Diego feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Diego gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Tenryu gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Diego is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!

Event: DMMA 67: Hightower vs Zhdanov
Date: Dec 18, 2021

#R1#
Gillet throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gillet lands a slapping body shot.
The fighters circling - Gillet throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu throws a hook but Gillet blocks it.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little feinted left hand from Tenryu on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu is looking for a counter combo.
Gillet throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Gillet throws a jab when Tenryu was well out of range.
Tenryu went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Good standup being displayed there by Tenryu as he connects with a hook.
Gillet throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tenryu connects with a crisp jab.
Gillet's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tenryu under the eye.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Gillet moves out of range.
Gillet on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there. #CUT#It looks like Christian Gillet has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Gillet throws a jab but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Gillet falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu blocks a jab.#T1#
Tenryu scores with a punch to the head.
Gillet throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tenryu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Gillet changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A jab from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu scores with a jab.#CL2#
Gillet gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Come on Tenryu - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Gillet's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A short right from Gillet on the inside.
Gillet blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #BC2#
Gillet's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gillet looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gillet throws a sloppy head kick
and Tenryu counters with a nice body shot.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gillet throws out the jab.
Gillet displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
A head kick misses from Gillet. #T2#
Gillet lands a jab to Tenryu's midsection.
No joy there for Gillet, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tenryu misses with a looping right.
Gillet thows a left - swing and a miss!
Gillet looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.#CL2#
Gillet closes the distance and clinches.
Gillet's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC#
Tenryu breaks the clinch.
Gillet misses with a hook.
Gillet loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Gillet throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tenryu swings for the body but Gillet moves out of range.
Gillet throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.
Tenryu connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Gillet tumbling to the canvas! Tenryu pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Gillet was done - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Gen Tenryu!

Event: DMMA 59: Nansen vs Risin
Date: Nov 14, 2021

#R1#
Alexander throws a low kick but Tenryu avoids it.
Alexander sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Alexander avoids it this time.
Alexander missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu tries to counter by closing the distance.
Alexander misses with an uppercut.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Alexander cracks Tenryu with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Alexander chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Alexander tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tenryu slips under a jab.#CL2#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Alexander blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Alexander.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alexander wants to break the clinch but can't.
Alexander tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Alexander blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Nice body punch from Tenryu - that landed with a thud.
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Alexander.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
Alexander 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.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T1#
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
Alexander trying to stall but Tenryu improves his position.
Alexander blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Alexander tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu is working Alexander over against the cage.
Alexander is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Alexander is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Alexander.
Alexander misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Alexander.
Alexander blocks an uppercut.
Alexander controlling the action here for a moment.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Alexander seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Tenryu taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Alexander backwards.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Alexander controls his hands.
Alexander swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alexander swings away with an uppercut that misses. #BC#
Alexander breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Tenryu has Alexander up against the cage in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alexander blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu has Alexander pushed against the cage.
Alexander lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Alexander has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Alexander tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Alexander prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Alexander blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Alexander lands an uppercut.#T3#
Alexander gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Alexander tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Alexander can't break the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Alexander goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alexander is trying to maintain a safe position but Tenryu gets an underhook and turns Alexander into the cage.
Tenryu pushes Alexander back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC#
Alexander breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Tenryu clinches with his opponent.
Alexander swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Alexander prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu is working Alexander over against the cage.
Alexander blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Alexander escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Marcus Alexander seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Tenryu clinches up against the cage.#T4#
Alexander is looking to control Tenryu's arms but Tenryu gets an underhook and turns him. Now Alexander has his back to the cage.
Alexander stalling in the clinch but Tenryu improves position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Alexander.
Alexander is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Alexander tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Good body shot from Tenryu.
Still in the clinch, Alexander scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Alexander breaks the clinch.
Tenryu rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Alexander moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Tenryu looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tenryu moves in looking to clinch but Alexander pushes him off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A lazy left from Tenryu finds it's target.
Alexander throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by Alexander and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Tenryu has closed the distance and engaged Alexander in a clinch.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tenryu in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
Alexander blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Alexander stalling against the cage.
Alexander lands a shoulder strike.
Alexander scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Alexander gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu has Alexander pressed against the cage, preventing Alexander 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.
Tenryu stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A body shot lands from Tenryu.
Alexander tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Alexander back against the cage.
Tenryu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Alexander tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu misses with a body punch. #T1#
Alexander blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alexander's elbow.
Tenryu has Alexander pushed against the cage.
Tenryu trying to control the position but instead, Alexander has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tenryu into the cage.
Alexander looking to slow down the pace here.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Alexander controls his hands.
Tenryu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Alexander misses with a hook from the clinch.
Alexander takes a shot to the head.
Alexander lands with a light punch inside.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Alexander backwards.
Alexander lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Alexander avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Tenryu is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Alexander is keeping busy.
Alexander lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T2#
Alexander digs a right hand underneath Tenryu's ribcage. Tenryu let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Alexander.
Alexander takes a shot to the head.
Alexander takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Alexander pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Alexander misses with a low kick.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Alexander.
A nice side step and Tenryu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tenryu throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Alexander.
Alexander fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Tenryu looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Alexander throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Tenryu tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Alexander.
Tenryu throws a nice looking combination but Alexander bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Alexander misses with a shot to the body
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Tenryu throws a right and a left that both miss.#T3#
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Alexander throwing a counter right hand but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Alexander uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Alexander avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Alexander misses with an uppercut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Alexander does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alexander half committed to a counter leg kick.
Alexander looks to land a left hand but Tenryu moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu misses with a lunging right hand
and Alexander counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A swing and a miss from Tenryu.
Alexander appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
Tenryu moves forwards but Alexander connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Tenryu tries to clinch up.
Alexander throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Alexander throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Tenryu throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Alexander counters with a nice uppercut.
Alexander is looking to slow Tenryu down with leg kicks.
Alexander fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tenryu manages to avoid it.
Tenryu blocks a low kick nicely.
Tenryu takes a swing at Alexander's ribcage but misses.
Alexander cracks a nice hook into Tenryu's ribs.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Alexander.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Alexander.
Alexander uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tenryu.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Alexander is just out of range.
Tenryu is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Alexander rather than just go for the knockout.
Tenryu is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tenryu takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Tenryu defending well as Alexander loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
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 Marcus Alexander will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tenryu checks a leg kick.
Tenryu tries to clinch up.
Tenryu throws a looping overhand right but Alexander ducks down to avoid it.
Alexander throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Alexander sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Alexander avoids it this time.
Tenryu defending well as Alexander loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Alexander misses its target.
Alexander misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Alexander tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Tenryu swinging wildly here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu takes one to the chin there.
Tenryu scores with a body shot.
Tenryu doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Tenryu lands with an uppercut that bounces Alexander off the cage and back into range.
Alexander looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Alexander throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Alexander lands a jab to the head.
Alexander uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tenryu.
Alexander with a hook.#CL2#
Tenryu takes the fight into the clinch.
Alexander misses with the head strike.
Alexander misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Alexander backwards.
A body shot lands from Tenryu.
Alexander has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tenryu controlling the action here for a moment. #BC#
Alexander breaks from the clinch. #T2#
Tenryu jabs Alexander to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tenryu tries to clinch but Alexander is having none of it.
Alexander punishes Tenryu's body with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Alexander finds it's way round the side to connect with Tenryu's head.
Tenryu checks a low kick from Alexander.
Tenryu throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Alexander fires out a quick counter leg kick but Tenryu just manages to avoid it.
Alexander throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Alexander throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Alexander.
Alexander dodges the punch combination from Tenryu.
Alexander swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tenryu scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #T3#
Tenryu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Alexander. Alexander obviously looking to wear him down.
Alexander misses with a low kick.
Alexander throws a leg kick but Tenryu checks it.
Alexander lands with a cross.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Alexander lands an overhand right.
A low kick lands for Alexander.
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Alexander.#CL2#
Tenryu gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Alexander stalling.
Alexander misses with the head strike.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Alexander.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Alexander's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4#
Alexander prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu slowing the pace effectively.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Alexander swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Alexander blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Alexander's elbow.
Alexander lands a body shot in the clinch. #BC#
Alexander breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Alexander with a hook.
Marcus Alexander is winning the standup battle so far.
Alexander takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Alexander.
A big right from Alexander misses.
Alexander feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Alexander misses with a wild body shot. #CL2#
Tenryu clinches up against the cage.
Tenryu blocking some punches.

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 Marcus Alexander.
I think Alexander has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Marcus Alexander!
A very excited looking Marcus Alexander 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 56: Faulk vs TwentyTwenty
Date: Oct 31, 2021

#R1#
One misses with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tenryu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
One misses with a looping left.
A jab from One misses.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but One shakes him off and moves away.
One misses with a wild body shot.
A decent looking cross lands there for Tenryu.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from One.
Tenryu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
One rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and One takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
One scores with the left hand. Tenryu knows he should have avoided that one.
One misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by One and move into the clinch position.
Left hook, right uppercut from One.
Tenryu moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice uppercut there from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by One.
One bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tenryu misses with a hook. One ducked under it nicely. #T1#
Tenryu is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tenryu moves in looking to clinch but One pushes him off.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Tenryu slips under a jab from One.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but One pushes him away.
Tenryu slips a jab from One.
Panda One seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
One is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
One uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tenryu.
One is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from One.
Tenryu tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tenryu wants to clinch up but One keeps it at a distance.
One jabbing away but nothing is landing.
One misses with a looping left.
One takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Tenryu connects with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Panda One has been cut.
One falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#One is rocked!
One jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but One pushes him away.#T2#
Tenryu tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but One paws at him with a jab and circles away.
One tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tenryu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
One misses with an uppercut. Tenryu saw that one coming.
Tenryu is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
One half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
One avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
One tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tenryu bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of One's head.
One is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Tenryu's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from One.
Tenryu scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. One doesn't seem bothered though.
A slow jab from One misses its intended target.
One shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tenryu as he jumps to the side.
Tenryu's corner calls for a 1-2. Tenryu obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3#
A looping hook to the body misses from One. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL2#
Tenryu fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with One, pushing him back against the cage.
One digs a right hand underneath Tenryu's ribcage. Tenryu let out a lung full of air as it connected.
One working aggressively here.
One fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
One misses with a short punch on the inside.
One fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
One misses with the head strike.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with One's elbow.
A right hand to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as One controls his hands.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from One.
One is looking to break free of the clinch but Tenryu has double underhooks. #T4#
One blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by One.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
One misses with some punches.
Tenryu trying to stall but One improves his position.
Tenryu lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. One seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
One fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from One fails to land.
Tenryu looking to stall.
One misses with some punches.
Tenryu taking a breather.
One throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
A head punch on the inside from One fails to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gen Tenryu will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Panda One's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
One swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
One getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Gen Tenryu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
One ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
One throws a hook to the side of Tenryu's head but Tenryu sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
One slips under a jab.
One takes one on the button.
Tenryu blocks a jab.
One moves out of range of the strikes.
One drops down looking for a counter takedown but Tenryu sprawls and moves away.
Tenryu lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Tenryu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
One misses with an uppercut
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Oh One is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
One throws a right hand that Tenryu ducks under and follows up with a left that Tenryu also avoids with ease.
One avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
One seems to have got his legs back now.
One throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu slips under a jab.#T1#
One throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
One throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Tenryu with a body punch. A glancing blow.
One throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
One throws a right hand that Tenryu ducks under and follows up with a left that Tenryu also avoids with ease.
One sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! One avoids it this time.
Tenryu scores with a nice head shot.
One swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but One shakes him off and moves away.
A swing and a miss from Tenryu.
One is looking to counter punch.#KD2#
Tenryu cracks One with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! One looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Tenryu finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
One connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Tenryu momentarily.
One lands with a cross.
Tenryu drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Tenryu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu connects with a single shot there.#T2#
One keeps the fight on the outside.
One throws a jab but it's blocked by Tenryu.
A jab from One misses. #KD2#
Tenryu lands a big right hand that sends One crashing to the mat! Tenryu stays standing though and waves One back to his feet!
One throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tenryu cracks a nice hook into One's ribs.
One swings widly with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
One takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu staying out of range there.
A slow jab from One misses its intended target. #KD2#
Tenryu lands a big uppercut and One crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but One looks OK. Tenryu waves One back to his feet!
One misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
One throws a right hand that misses
and Tenryu scores with a counter punch that sends One to the canvas! Tenryu smells blood - he's punishing One with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! One has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!

Event: DMMA 47: Alderidge vs Pinkman
Date: Sep 26, 2021

#R1#
Borgia throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Borgia throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Borgia looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Borgia looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Borgia swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL2#
Tenryu moves into range and clinches up with Borgia.
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Tenryu slowing the pace effectively.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Borgia tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it. #T1#
Borgia tries to pull guard but Tenryu holds him up against the cage and eventually Borgia drops back down to his feet.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
Borgia goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Tenryu stalls.
A nice left hand lands by Borgia.
Tenryu taking a breather.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Tenryu can't find room to land a body shot as Borgia controls the action.
Tenryu stalling. #T2#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gen Tenryu.#TD#
Borgia closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Borgia lands a few punches from side control.
Tenryu takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Borgia in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Borgia in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
An elbow from Borgia crashes against the mat.
Borgia 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.
Borgia postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Borgia working the head and body with strikes.
Borgia tries to score with some ground and pound. Tenryu controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Borgia lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Borgia postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Borgia working the head with strikes.
Tenryu holding on.
Tenryu avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Borgia. #T3#
Tenryu avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Borgia.
Borgia looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tenryu is avoiding damage well.
Borgia looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tenryu is avoiding damage well.
Tenryu tries to control but Borgia manages to take his back.
Even with his hooks in, Borgia manages to miss with strikes from the back.
Borgia struggling to land strikes to the head as Tenryu covers up.
Borgia throws strikes from the back but Tenryu rolls nicely and manages to end up in full guard. Nice work by Tenryu.
Tenryu managing to control the position.
Borgia with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
Borgia is working Tenryu over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Borgia pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tenryu is keeping the position for now.
Tenryu working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Borgia. #SUB2#
Tenryu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Borgia pushes down on Tenryu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tenryu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Borgia scores with a couple of nice shots.
Borgia not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Borgia is keen to just control but Tenryu is a slippery customer.
Borgia throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Borgia throwing shots but Tenryu is blocking nicely.
Borgia throwing shots but Tenryu is blocking nicely.
Borgia not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Borgia dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Borgia.
Borgia dives in for a single leg takedown but Tenryu sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Borgia blocks it.
Borgia struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Borgia blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Borgia.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Borgia.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Borgia.
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
Borgia avoiding damage. #T1#
Borgia taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Borgia gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Borgia prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Borgia slowing the pace effectively.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Borgia changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tenryu fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Tenryu has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Borgia is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Gen Tenryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL#
Borgia clinches with his opponent. #T2#
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu tries to work over Borgia's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with some punches.
Borgia taking a breather. #TD#
Borgia decides to pull guard.
Borgia controls Tenryu momentarily but Tenryu frees himself.
Alexander Borgia overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Borgia wants to sweep here but Tenryu controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Borgia is on top in guard. #REVR#
Tenryu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T3#
Borgia in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Tenryu keeping moving, preventing Borgia from controlling successfully.
Borgia lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Borgia postures up and lands a big shot to Tenryu's brow.
Tenryu keeping full guard, as Borgia tries to pass.
Borgia lands a couple of digs.
Borgia throwing strikes from guard but Tenryu blocks nicely.
Borgia scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Borgia accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tenryu working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Borgia.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tenryu working a defensive guard here. #T4#
Borgia is working Tenryu over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Borgia in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Borgia content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Borgia working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Borgia scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Borgia throwing strikes but missing.
Tenryu trying to control the position here.
Tenryu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Borgia works over Tenryu with some ground and pound from guard.
Tenryu is pulling down on Borgia's head. It's preventing any offense from Borgia, at least for the moment.
Borgia postures up in Tenryu's guard and throws a big left but Tenryu blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alexander Borgia dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Tenryu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tenryu with a jab.
Tenryu keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Borgia swings widly with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tenryu cracks Borgia with a right hand to the side of the head.
Borgia swats away the attempt to clinch by Tenryu.
Borgia throws a right hand that Tenryu ducks under and follows up with a left that Tenryu also avoids with ease.
Tenryu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tenryu tries to clinch up.
Borgia looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tenryu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Borgia tries for a takedown but Tenryu circles away easily#CL2#
and Tenryu moves into the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Tenryu creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Borgia's elbow.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Borgia has Tenryu pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Tenryu manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Alexander Borgia. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Borgia backwards.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Borgia.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Borgia tries to tie him up.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Borgia is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
Tenryu tries a body shot but Borgia blocks it.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Borgia stalling in the clinch but Tenryu improves position. #T2#
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Borgia takes a shot to the head.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Borgia blocks it.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Borgia's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Borgia changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tenryu fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL#
Borgia closes the distance and clinches.
Borgia throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land. #T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Borgia.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alexander Borgia is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Borgia.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Borgia avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tenryu tries to work over Borgia's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Borgia controls his hands.
Borgia blocking some punches.
Come on Tenryu - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Borgia's elbow.
Tenryu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Borgia stalling.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Borgia backwards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Borgia prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 29:28
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: DMMA 38: Imanari vs Vetorwee
Date: Aug 21, 2021

#R1#
Camacho with a hook.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Camacho moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Camacho saw that one coming.
Camacho looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Tenryu misses with a looping right.
Camacho slips under a jab from Tenryu.
Camacho misses with a looping right.
A big left from Camacho misses.
Tenryu drops his hands momentarily and Camacho takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A nice side step and Tenryu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Camacho connects with a single shot there.
Camacho slips a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Camacho 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.
Tenryu misses with a looping right.
Camacho is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tenryu throws out a loose jab but Camacho uses good head movement to avoid it.
Camacho wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Camacho slips a straight right by Tenryu.#T1#
Camacho slips a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a good cross that connects.
Tenryu lands a jab to the head.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Tenryu defending well as Camacho loads up on a big left hand.
Camacho throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
A jab from Camacho misses.
Tenryu swings for the body but Camacho moves out of range.
Camacho bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Camacho blocks a jab.
Camacho wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Tenryu lands with a hook. Camacho tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Camacho slips under a jab.
Camacho swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Camacho takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Camacho displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Camacho looks to land a left hand but Tenryu moved out of range nicely.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.#T2#
Camacho walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CL#
Camacho moves into range and clinches up with Tenryu.
Camacho works on Tenryu's body with a couple of short punches.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Camacho lands an uppercut.
Camacho scores with a nice hook to the head.
Camacho is looking to control Tenryu's arms but Tenryu gets an underhook and turns him. Now Camacho has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Tenryu pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Camacho thows a left - swing and a miss!
Camacho throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Camacho with a body shot.
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
Camacho looks to land a right hand but Tenryu moved out of range.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Camacho throws out the jab.
Tenryu moves into range and connects with a jab.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Tenryu shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T3#
Tenryu throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Camacho on the side of the head.
Camacho has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Tenryu finds it's way round the side to connect with Camacho's head. #CL#
Camacho closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Tenryu pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gen Tenryu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camacho scores with a body shot.
Camacho lands a glancing blow to the side of Tenryu's head.
Tenryu throws out a loose jab but Camacho uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tenryu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Camacho throws out the jab.
Camacho connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tenryu scores with a nice strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
Tenryu misses with a series of wild punches.
Camacho lands with an uppercut that bounces Tenryu off the cage and back into range.#T4#
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
Tenryu throws a hook but Camacho blocks it.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice defenses there by Tenryu.
Camacho takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tenryu throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Camacho stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL#
Camacho rushes Tenryu and presses him up against the cage.
Tenryu effectively controlling the action here.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Camacho. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tenryu loads up on a big right hand but Camacho slips the punch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Camacho tries to clinch but Tenryu is having none of it.
Camacho slips a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu throws an overhand right that lands on Camacho's shoulder, as Camacho tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gen Tenryu 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##CL#
Camacho instigates a clinch.
A short right from Camacho on the inside.
Camacho lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tenryu.
Camacho lands a body punch.
Camacho tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Camacho misses with a punch to the body.
A short left from Camacho.
Camacho keeps control of Tenryu as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Camacho lands a right hand.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Camacho uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Camacho.
Camacho blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camacho fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tenryu wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Camacho has him pressed against the cage.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Anthony Camacho has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tenryu is trying to force a seperation but Camacho has the dominant position.
Camacho lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards. #T1#
Camacho lands a right hand.
Camacho misses with a punch to the body.
Camacho lands with a right to the head.
Camacho tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Camacho taking a breather.
Camacho tries to stall but Tenryu uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #TD#
Camacho jumps into guard, dragging Tenryu to the mat.
Camacho keeping moving, preventing Tenryu from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Camacho looking for a guillotine here but Tenryu defends easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Camacho trying to keep a closed guard but Tenryu is proving a slippery customer. #SUB#
Camacho has his foot on Tenryu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tenryu works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Camacho is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tenryu defends well.#T2##SUB#
Camacho is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tenryu defends well.
Tenryu postures up. #SUB#
Camacho has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Tenryu should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Camacho has tightened it up now! Tenryu should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Anthony Camacho!
A victorious Anthony Camacho thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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

#R1#
Raledran showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tenryu.
Raledran's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tenryu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Raledran scrambles back to his feet.
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
Raledran dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Raledran cracks a nice hook into Tenryu's ribs.
Raledran tries to clinch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu is looking to counter punch.
Raledran displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
Tenryu slips under a jab.
Raledran takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raledran catches Tenryu with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Raledran!
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!
Nice body punch from Raledran.
Raledran tests Tenryu's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Raledran keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tenryu.
Raledran is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tenryu swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Tenryu loads up on a big right hand but Raledran slips the punch.
Raledran tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tenryu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tenryu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Raledran.
Tenryu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Raledran.
Raledran moves out of range of the strikes.
Tenryu misses with a looping left.
Raledran connects with a jab.
Raledran slips under a jab from Tenryu.#CL2#
Raledran moves into the clinch successfully.
Raledran tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tenryu just stands there and leans against the cage.
I was talking to Tenryu's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#BC#
Tenryu manages to break the clinch.
Raledran connects with a leg kick.
Raledran fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tenryu.
Raledran fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Raledran. That snapped Tenryu's head back.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Raledran is just out of range.#T2#
Tenryu lands a nice looking body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body punch from Raledran.
Tenryu bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Raledran's head backwards.
Raledran fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tenryu lands a glancing blow to the side of Raledran's head.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Raledran manages to avoid it.
Raledran thumps Tenryu with a low kick.
Tenryu missing with a left hand there. Raledran was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu jabs at Raledran's body.
Raledran tries to clinch
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The fighters circling - Tenryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Raledran moves away.
Sloppy strikes from Tenryu. Those never looked like landing.
A big right from Tenryu misses.
Raledran lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Raledran was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Raledran lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tenryu keeps the fight on the outside.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Raledran manages to avoid it.
Raledran cracks Tenryu with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Raledran throws out a leg kick but Tenryu moves out of range and Raledran only half commits. #CL2#
Raledran has taken the fight to the clinch.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Raledran.
Tenryu is trying to break the clinch but Raledran is controlling him.
Raledran tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Raledran lands a hook that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Raledran can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Raledran lands a hook to the side of the head.
Raledran tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short left from Raledran. #T4#
Raledran swings wildly with an uppercut but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Raledran misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Tenryu breaks from the clinch.
Raledran fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tenryu checks it well.
Tenryu takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Raledran lands with a nice body punch.
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Raledran.
Tenryu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Raledran has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Raledran misses with a body shot.
Raledran slips under a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu walks into a stiff left hand from Raledran.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Raledran manages to avoid it.
Tenryu takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Raledran swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Some wild striking there from Raledran.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Iner Raledran dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
A decent looking cross lands there for Raledran.
Raledran chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A nice leg kick lands there from Raledran.
Tenryu takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Raledran uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tenryu.
Tenryu sets himself, and Raledran steps forward looking for the clinch! Tenryu avoids it this time.
Iner Raledran seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Raledran works Tenryu's body with a nice hook.
Raledran scores with the left hand. Tenryu knows he should have avoided that one.
Raledran thuds a left hand into Tenryu's body.
Tenryu jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tenryu misses with a wild combination.
Raledran is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Raledran misses with an uppercut.
Tenryu appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Raledran.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Raledran pivots, looking for a leg kick but Tenryu is out of range and Raledran settles back down.
A shot to the liver by Raledran. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Raledran avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Raledran is looking to clinch but Tenryu is avoiding it.
Nice shot lands for Raledran.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu sets himself, and Raledran steps forward looking for the clinch! Tenryu avoids it this time.
Raledran bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tenryu walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Raledran bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tenryu's head backwards.
Raledran scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tenryu in his tracks.
Tenryu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Raledran looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Raledran slips under a jab.
Tenryu takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Tenryu takes one on the button.
The fighters circling - Tenryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tenryu misses with a looping right.
Iner Raledran seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Raledran fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2#
A nice leg kick from Raledran, right into the meat of the thigh.
Raledran throws a low kick but Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Tenryu connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Raledran.
Tenryu is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Raledran lands a nice leg kick that just misses Tenryu's sensitive parts.
Raledran with a nice calf kick.
Raledran throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Raledran connects with an inside leg kick.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Raledran misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
Raledran connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Tenryu swats away the attempt to clinch by Raledran.
It looked like Tenryu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Raledran thumps Tenryu with a low kick.#T3#
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Raledran 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.
Raledran moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.
Nice cross by Tenryu.
Raledran tries to clinch but Tenryu is having none of it.
Raledran throws a leg kick
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Raledran missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Raledran manages to avoid it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Raledran has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tenryu takes a swing at Raledran's ribcage but misses.
Raledran connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Raledran throws a looping overhand right but Tenryu ducks down to avoid it.
Raledran bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Raledran loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
A counter left hand to the body from Tenryu misses its target.
A big right from Tenryu misses.
Raledran wants to counter the offense by Tenryu and move into the clinch position.
Raledran connects with the punch.
Tenryu checks a leg kick.#T4#
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Raledran turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Raledran sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Raledran throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Tenryu stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A low kick lands for Raledran.
Tenryu takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tenryu misses with a straight left.
Tenryu misses with a hook. Raledran ducked under it nicely.
Raledran tries to counter with a clinch but Tenryu shakes him off and moves away.
Tenryu on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Raledran wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
Tenryu was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Raledran lands a nice looking body shot.
Tenryu gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Raledran.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Raledran misses with a straight left.
Raledran tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tenryu was well out of range. Poor timing from Raledran.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Iner Raledran 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#
Tenryu connects with a crisp jab.
Tenryu with a jab.
A nice inside leg kick there by Raledran. That's going to slow Tenryu down.
Raledran will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Raledran manages to avoid it.
Raledran lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Raledran comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Raledran swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slapping leg kick lands for Raledran.
Raledran thuds his right hand into Tenryu's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Raledran.
Raledran bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Raledran moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.
Raledran thows a left - swing and a miss!
Raledran is looking to slow Tenryu down with leg kicks.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu avoids the body shot from Raledran.
A chopping leg kick lands by Raledran. #T1#
Raledran lands a nice looking body shot.
Raledran is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tenryu.
Raledran misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tenryu.
Raledran feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Raledran lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Tenryu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Raledran misses with a wild combination.
A quick step to the side and Tenryu tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Raledran cracks a nice hook into Tenryu's ribs.
Tenryu throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Raledran misses with a looping left.
Raledran looks to throw the jab but Tenryu is out of range.
Raledran turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T2#
Raledran tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tenryu is able to avoid easily.
Tenryu slips a jab from Raledran.
Raledran will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tenryu looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tenryu slips under a jab from Raledran.
Raledran throws a jab when Tenryu was well out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Raledran.
Raledran fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Tenryu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Tenryu throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Raledran.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Raledran throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL2#
Raledran has taken the fight to the clinch.
Raledran keeps control of Tenryu as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Raledran lands with a right to the head. #BC#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Raledran. Tenryu does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Raledran thumps Tenryu with a low kick.
Raledran slips under a jab.#CL2#
Raledran closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC#
Tenryu breaks from the clinch.
Raledran throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Raledran thuds a left hand into Tenryu's body.#CL2#
Raledran drives through and clinches with Tenryu against the cage.
Raledran scores with a nice hook to the head.
Iner Raledran is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tenryu is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tenryu has Raledran pushed against the cage.
Tenryu tries to circle away but Raledran has him pinned against the cage.
Tenryu is trying to force a seperation but Raledran has the dominant position.
Tenryu trying to control the position but instead, Raledran has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tenryu into the cage.#T4##BC#
Tenryu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tenryu takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Danga de danga de dang - Raledran scores with a four punch combination!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Raledran with the inside leg kick.
Raledran thuds a left hand into Tenryu's body.
Raledran misses with a lunging right hand
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good leg kick by Raledran.
Tenryu looks to throw the jab but Raledran is out of range.
Raledran uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
Raledran lands a glancing blow to the side of Tenryu's head.
Raledran throws a big shot that misses.
It looked like Tenryu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tenryu chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Raledran can pounce on him.

And that's the end of the fight!
Iner Raledran comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Raledran 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 Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Iner Raledran!
A relieved looking Iner Raledran 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: BLAZE 32 - NICOLETTA VS JANA
Date: Jun 17, 2021

#R1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Our sources have told us that Doomsday has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Tenryu has had enough of the clinch but Doomsday keeps him there for the moment.
Doomsday trying to land knees to the body.
Doomsday throws a knee to the head but misses.
Doomsday trying to land knees to the body.
Doomsday wants to stall. #BC2#
Tenryu manages to break the clinch.
Thanos Doomsday seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Doomsday dodges the punch combination from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Doomsday sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Doomsday was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Doomsday lands with a slapping head kick.
Doomsday tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tenryu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Doomsday manages to avoid it.#T1#
Tenryu defending well as Doomsday loads up on a big left hand.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Doomsday moves out of range.
Doomsday throws the kick towards the body but Tenryu avoids it.
Doomsday looks to clinch
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand.
A shot to the liver by Tenryu. Beautiful body shot.
Doomsday is looking to clinch but Tenryu is avoiding it.
Tenryu doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Doomsday tries a head kick but it misses.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body. Doomsday takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Doomsday throws a body kick that misses.
Doomsday misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tenryu is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Doomsday rather than just go for the knockout.#CL#
Doomsday moves into range and clinches up with Tenryu.
Doomsday tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Doomsday throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tenryu blocks it with crossed arms.
Doomsday lands a nice knee to the body.
Doomsday lands a knee to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Doomsday using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tenryu has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Doomsday looking to throw knees to the head but Tenryu is blocking nicely. #T2#
Doomsday misses with a knee strike. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch.
Doomsday tries to clinch up.
Tenryu throws out a loose jab but Doomsday uses good head movement to avoid it.
Doomsday seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Doomsday tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tenryu counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Doomsday throws a looping overhand right but Tenryu ducks down to avoid it.
Doomsday connects with a high kick.
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
Tenryu misses with a hook. Doomsday ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Doomsday tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Doomsday slips under a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T3#
Tenryu cracks Doomsday with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Jab from Tenryu.
Doomsday connects with an inside leg kick.
Doomsday tries to clinch up.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Doomsday misses the shot to the body.
Tenryu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#CL#
Doomsday moves into range and clinches up with Tenryu.
Doomsday landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Doomsday tries to land a knee to the head but Tenryu blocks with his arms.
Doomsday missing with knees to the body.
Doomsday crunches a lovely knee into Tenryu's ribcage.
Doomsday tries a knee to the head but Tenryu blocks it. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Doomsday pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Doomsday shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Doomsday fails with an attempt to clinch. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Doomsday slips under a jab.
Doomsday moves out of range of the strikes.
Doomsday is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tenryu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tenryu cracks Doomsday with a right hand to the side of the head.
Doomsday is looking to clinch but Tenryu is avoiding it.
Doomsday slips a jab from Tenryu.
Tenryu takes a kick to the side of the head.
Doomsday tries to clinch up.
Doomsday ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Tenryu thuds his right hand into Doomsday's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Doomsday tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tenryu counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Doomsday thinking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Gen Tenryu will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Doomsday sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Doomsday tries to counter by clinching up but Tenryu breaks away and moves out of range.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Tenryu in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Tenryu keeps the fight on the outside.
Tenryu throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Doomsday.
Tenryu misses with a straight left.
Tenryu throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Doomsday on the side of the head.
Doomsday tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Gen Tenryu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tenryu takes a swing at Doomsday's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu throws a right hand that misses #CL#
and Doomsday moves into the clinch.
Tenryu tries to break free but Doomsday pushes him back against the cage.
Tenryu wants to break the clinch but can't.
Doomsday using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tenryu has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Tenryu's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Doomsday tries to clinch up
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Tenryu takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A nice side step and Tenryu releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
Doomsday uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
The fighters circling - Tenryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Doomsday uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
Doomsday tries to clinch up but Tenryu circles away and keeps his distance.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Doomsday saw that one coming.
Doomsday tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Doomsday tries to clinch there but Tenryu circles away.
Doomsday fails with an attempt to clinch.
Doomsday will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Tenryu lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
An inside leg kick from Doomsday misses.
Doomsday throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Tenryu misses with a hook. Doomsday ducked under it nicely. #T2#
Doomsday tries to close the distance and clinch but Tenryu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Doomsday throws a sloppy head kick
and Tenryu counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Doomsday misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Doomsday fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tenryu keeps the fight on the outside.
Doomsday tries to clinch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Doomsday tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tenryu loads up on a big right hand but Doomsday slips the punch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doomsday takes a jab right on the kisser.
Tenryu lands with a good body shot.
Doomsday throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Doomsday ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Doomsday throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
The fighters circle momentarily. Tenryu darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T3#
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Doomsday is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL#
Tenryu tries to keep at a distance but Doomsday has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Doomsday throws a leg kick but Tenryu sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Doomsday misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
Doomsday is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tenryu.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Doomsday takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tenryu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tenryu misses with a wild body shot.
Doomsday scores with a head kick. Tenryu tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Tenryu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T4#
Doomsday plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu missing with a left hand there. Doomsday was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Doomsday wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sloppy strikes from Tenryu. Those never looked like landing.
Tenryu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Doomsday tries to clinch there but Tenryu circles away.
Doomsday fails in his attempt to clinch.
Doomsday tries to clinch up but Tenryu circles away and keeps his distance.
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tenryu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tenryu blocks a head kick by Doomsday.
Tenryu lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Doomsday avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu 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.#R3#
A head kick misses from Doomsday.
Doomsday tries to close the distance and clinch but Tenryu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Doomsday tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tenryu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Doomsday tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tenryu is able to avoid easily.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the body.
Doomsday is looking to clinch but Tenryu is avoiding it.
Doomsday wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
Tenryu avoids the head kick by Doomsday.
Doomsday throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doomsday takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
Tenryu throws a shot to the body.
Tenryu comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tenryu misses with a looping left.
Doomsday tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Doomsday moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
Doomsday misses with a leg kick
and Tenryu counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Doomsday wants to clinch.
Tenryu scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Doomsday walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Tenryu checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Doomsday tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tenryu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Doomsday is looking to clinch.
Doomsday throws a sloppy head kick
and Doomsday takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Doomsday doesn't manage to clinch there - Tenryu circles away. #T2#
Doomsday moves in looking to clinch but Tenryu pushes him off.
Tenryu changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Doomsday moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with a good body shot.
Doomsday closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A big right from Tenryu misses.
Doomsday tries to clinch up but Tenryu circles away and keeps his distance.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body.
Doomsday tries to clinch but Tenryu is having none of it.
Doomsday tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
Doomsday fails in his attempt to clinch. #T3#
Doomsday misses with a wild body shot.
A cross from Tenryu lands.#ROC2#Doomsday is rocked!
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Doomsday is just out of range.
Doomsday seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Oh Doomsday is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Doomsday pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Doomsday seems to have got his legs back now.
Tenryu misses with an uppercut. Doomsday saw that one coming.
Doomsday blocks a jab.
Tenryu tests Doomsday's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Doomsday throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Doomsday tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tenryu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu lunges at Doomsday with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Doomsday's hand.
Doomsday wants to clinch.#T4#
Doomsday misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tenryu throws the left hand but Doomsday avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Doomsday darts in and clinches Tenryu up against the cage.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Doomsday seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Doomsday throws a knee to the head but misses.
Doomsday looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Doomsday unloads a knee to the mid-section. Tenryu lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Doomsday tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Tenryu stalling.
Doomsday tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tenryu avoids it.
Tenryu is trying to stall.
Doomsday throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tenryu blocks it with crossed arms.
Doomsday tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Doomsday working Tenryu over with knees to the body.#BC2#
Tenryu breaks from the clinch.
Doomsday connects with a high kick.
Doomsday wants to clinch up but Tenryu keeps it at a distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu really dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Doomsday misses with a left hand
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Tenryu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tenryu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Doomsday throws a head kick that misses
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tenryu throws a body punch but Doomsday moves out of range.
Doomsday lands a high kick!
Doomsday misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tenryu lands with a shot to the body.
Doomsday misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Doomsday looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Doomsday tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tenryu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Doomsday wants to clinch
and Tenryu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#CL#
Doomsday instigates a clinch. #T1#
Doomsday misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tenryu.
Doomsday with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch.
Tenryu throws a right hand that Doomsday ducks under and follows up with a left that Doomsday also avoids with ease.#CL#
Doomsday drives through and clinches with Tenryu against the cage.
Tenryu managing to block the knees to the body from Doomsday.
Tenryu is trying to break free.
Tenryu will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Doomsday up against the cage.
Doomsday lands a good knee to the midsection. Tenryu won't want to take too many of those.
Doomsday misses with a knee strike.
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
Doomsday with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #T2#
Doomsday trying to land knees to the body.
Doomsday will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tenryu up against the cage.
Doomsday throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tenryu blocks it with crossed arms. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tenryu with a jab.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Doomsday moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu throws a hook to the side of Doomsday's head but Doomsday sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Doomsday takes a shot to the body in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Doomsday displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
Good leg kick by Doomsday.
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Doomsday motions for Tenryu to come forward. Doomsday throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Doomsday throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Doomsday walks into a stiff left hand from Tenryu.
Doomsday pulls out of a head kick attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
Doomsday tries to clinch up.
Doomsday keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Doomsday looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Doomsday is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Doomsday scores with a push kick.
Doomsday throws a chopping leg kick but Tenryu manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Doomsday misses with a kick to the body
and Tenryu counters with a nice body shot.
Tenryu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T4#
Doomsday tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tenryu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Doomsday tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tenryu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Tenryu slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tenryu throws out a loose jab but Doomsday uses good head movement to avoid it.
Doomsday fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A head kick by Doomsday misses
and Tenryu counters with a left to the body.
Doomsday pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Tenryu lands a nice looking body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu misses with a two punch combination.
Doomsday is looking to clinch but Tenryu is avoiding it.
Doomsday slips a jab and a cross from Tenryu.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Doomsday - that will leave a mark!
Doomsday throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Doomsday throws a leg kick
and Tenryu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Doomsday tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Doomsday throws a sloppy head kick and Tenryu moves out of range easily.
Doomsday looks to clinch
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Doomsday tries to clinch there but Tenryu circles away.
Doomsday closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tenryu counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Doomsday was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Doomsday rushes Tenryu and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Doomsday missing with knees to the body.
Doomsday lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Doomsday tries to land knees in the clinch but Tenryu avoids the damage to the body.
Thanos Doomsday has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Doomsday stalling in the clinch but Tenryu improves position.
Doomsday trying to land knees to the body. #T1#
Doomsday tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Both of our modern day gladiators look out of it here - a gruelling 5 rounds of action taking it's toll on them, no doubt.
Doomsday tries to land knees in the clinch but Tenryu avoids the damage to the body.
Tenryu wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Doomsday has him pressed against the cage.
Tenryu can't break the clinch.
Tenryu is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Doomsday misses with a knee to the head.
Tenryu has had enough of the clinch but Doomsday keeps him there for the moment.
Doomsday tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Tenryu avoids it.
Doomsday with an attempt at a knee that misses. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch.
Doomsday doesn't manage to clinch there - Tenryu circles away.
Tenryu moves out of range as Doomsday throws a body kick.
Doomsday tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the body.
Doomsday fails with an attempt to clinch. #T2##CL#
Doomsday moves into range and clinches up with Tenryu.
A frustrated look appears on Tenryu's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Doomsday misses with a knee to the head.
Doomsday scores with a knee to the head.
Tenryu'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.
Doomsday tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Tenryu wants to break free but Doomsday has control.
Doomsday tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks from the clinch.
Tenryu looks to land a combination. Doomsday sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Doomsday wants to clinch.#CL#
Doomsday has Tenryu up against the cage in a clinch. #T3#
Tenryu can't break the clinch.
Doomsday with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Doomsday with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Doomsday tries a knee to the head but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Thanos Doomsday has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tenryu managing to block the knees to the body from Doomsday. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Doomsday throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu lands a nice looking body shot.
Doomsday is looking to land body kicks.
Tenryu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Doomsday tries a head kick but it misses.
Gen Tenryu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Doomsday steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Doomsday wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T4#
Doomsday fails in his attempt to clinch.
Doomsday closes the distance but Tenryu moves to the side
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Doomsday misses with an uppercut
and Tenryu connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fighters circling - Tenryu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A lazy body kick from Doomsday
and Tenryu counters with a right hand to the body.
Doomsday lands a high kick!
Tenryu works over Doomsday's head and body with a nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu throws a body shot but no joy.
Doomsday tries to close the distance and clinch but Tenryu swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Doomsday tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tenryu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Doomsday tries to clinch there but Tenryu circles away.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Doomsday avoids it with no problem.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Gen Tenryu.
I've got Tenryu winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.

Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!

Gen Tenryu wins by unanimous decision!

Event: BLAZE 27 - SEAN VS HAWK
Date: May 13, 2021

#R1#
Leblond misses with a low kick.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tenryu wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Leblond uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tenryu.
Tenryu avoids a low kick by using good footwork.#TD#
Leblond shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tenryu napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Leblond tries to score with some ground and pound. Tenryu controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Leblond postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Leblond in side control, throwing shots but Tenryu defends.
Tenryu struggling a bit here.
Leblond working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Tenryu prevents Leblond from improving position.
Leblond misses with the ground and pound.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Tenryu's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The ground and pound from Leblond seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #SUB#
Leblond is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tenryu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Leblond throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Leblond looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Tenryu is avoiding damage well.
Tenryu holds on to Leblond's head and controls the position momentarily.
The strikes coming from Leblond are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Leblond landing a few strikes.
Tenryu taking a bit of punishment here - Leblond scoring with strikes.
Leblond has knee on belly momentarily but Tenryu bucks him off and regains half guard. #SUB#
Leblond is looking for a kimura here. #T2#
Leblond lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Tenryu is trying to maintain the position but Leblond is very close to passing his half guard.
Tenryu tries to get to full guard but Leblond has control of the leg.
Leblond not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Tenryu is doing well to control the position and prevent Leblond from advancing to side control.
Leblond throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3#
Leblond throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB#
Leblond is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Leblond is nestled in close to Tenryu, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Leblond works his way into side control. #SUB#
Leblond thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Leblond 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.
Tenryu avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Leblond. #SUB#
Leblond tries for a kimura but Tenryu is defending well.
Leblond throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T4#
Leblond lands a nice forearm strike.
Leblond misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Tenryu can't do much from the bottom here.
Leblond working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #SUB#
Leblond is trying to get an arm triangle but Tenryu is defending well.
Tenryu prevents Leblond from moving into mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Leblond cracks Tenryu with a big elbow.
Leblond works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Tenryu is working to avoid the ground and pound but Leblond connects with a decent elbow.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Dany Leblond 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#
Leblond takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tenryu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Leblond explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Leblond uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
Tenryu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Leblond looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tenryu digs a good hook to Leblond's body.
Nice shot lands for Tenryu.
Leblond fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Tenryu checks it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Leblond can pounce on him.
Leblond throws a front kick aimed at Tenryu's knee but Tenryu avoids it well.
Tenryu connects with a jab.
Tenryu scores with a body shot.
Gen Tenryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Tenryu moves out of range of the body kick from Leblond.
Tenryu takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Leblond.
Gen Tenryu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Leblond tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Leblond back against the cage.
Leblond wants to break free but Tenryu has control.
Tenryu pushes Leblond back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Leblond is working Tenryu over against the cage.
Leblond fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Leblond uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Leblond has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
Leblond wants to get back to striking at distance but Tenryu won't allow it.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Leblond lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards. #T2#
Leblond is looking to break free of the clinch but Tenryu has double underhooks.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Leblond backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Leblond tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Leblond seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Leblond fails to pull guard.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu misses with the head strike.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Leblond blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Leblond is looking to take this one to the mat.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Leblond.
The referee calls for Tenryu to work.
Tenryu misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
A short right from Tenryu on the inside.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Leblond is trying to force a seperation but Tenryu has the dominant position.
Tenryu leaning his opponent against the cage.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Leblond tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Leblond wants to take the fight to the mat but Tenryu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dany Leblond. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tenryu taking a breather.
Leblond misses with some punches.
Leblond can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tenryu looking to slow down the pace here.
Tenryu misses with a body punch. #BC#
Leblond escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T4#
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leblond was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Leblond misses with a low kick as Tenryu jumps back.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Leblond.
Tenryu punishes Leblond's body with a nice straight punch.
Leblond walks into a stiff left hand from Tenryu.
Tenryu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Leblond was well out of range. Poor timing from Tenryu.
Some bone on bone action there as Tenryu checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Tenryu is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Leblond rather than just go for the knockout.
Tenryu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Leblond looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tenryu on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Leblond. Leblond obviously looking to wear him down.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu throws a shot to the body.
Tenryu digs a good body shot into Leblond's ribs.
Tenryu throws an off balance right hand #TD#
and Leblond counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Tenryu!
Tenryu wants to control but Leblond postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu 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#
Leblond misses with a leg kick #CL2#
and Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Tenryu has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Leblond swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Leblond misses with the head strike.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Leblond.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Leblond fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Leblonds head.
Leblond softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Leblond backwards.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Leblond tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu stalling.
Leblond tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Leblond blocks an uppercut.
Leblond tries to break free but Tenryu pushes him back against the cage.
Tenryu has a couple of punches blocked by Leblond. #T1#
A right handed body shot lands from Tenryu.
Leblond's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Leblond tries to stall but Tenryu uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu looking to slow down the pace here.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tenryu.
Leblond blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu is looking to control Leblond's arms but Leblond gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tenryu has his back to the cage.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Leblond lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tenryu backwards.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Leblond misses with some punches.
Leblond scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Leblond blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu working aggressively here. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot in the inside from Leblond.
Tenryu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tenryu struggles to land a body shot inside as Leblond controls his hands.
Good body shot from Leblond.
Tenryu pressing his opponent against the cage.
Leblond lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tenryu.
Leblond wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A short right from Leblond on the inside.
Leblond tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Leblond stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Leblond. #T3#
Nice body punch from Tenryu.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Leblond can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Leblond doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Leblond is looking for a takedown.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tenryu takes a shot to the head.
Leblond is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Leblond looking to slow down the pace here.
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Leblond.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside.
Leblond scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head. #T4#
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Leblond lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tenryu blocks an uppercut.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Leblond misses with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Leblond avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Leblond lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Leblond misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tenryu working aggressively here.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
Leblond can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Leblond.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gen Tenryu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tenryu 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!
Judge Sergei Dronov scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!

Gen Tenryu wins by unanimous decision!

Event: BLAZE 24 NICOLETTA V DRACULA 2
Date: Apr 22, 2021

#R1#
Tenryu slaps away a takedown attempt from Gonna Get Onya, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Gonna Get Onya closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tenryu quickly recovers to half guard.
Gonna Get Onya is thwarting Tenryu's attempts to control the position.
Gonna Get Onya is taking a breather. Tenryu says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonna Get Onya throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Gonna Get Onya throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T1#
Tenryu wants to improve his position but Gonna Get Onya is controlling well.
Gonna Get Onya throwing shots but Tenryu is blocking nicely.
Tenryu is doing well to control the position and prevent Gonna Get Onya from advancing to side control.
Gonna Get Onya wants to control but Tenryu is keeping him busy.
Gonna Get Onya wants to advance to full mount but Tenryu doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Gonna Get Onya 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.
Tenryu trying to control the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gonna Get Onya.
Gonna Get Onya uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.#CL#
Gonna Get Onya pushes Tenryu up against the cage in a clinch.
Gonna Get Onya tries to pull guard but Tenryu forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Gonna Get Onya tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tenryu smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rona Gonna Get Onya. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tenryu ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gonna Get Onya moves away.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Gonna Get Onya just misses with a punch to the body.
Gonna Get Onya fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gen Tenryu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Gonna Get Onya closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tenryu quickly recovers to half guard.

Tenryu kicks Gonna Get Onya off and gets back to his feet.
Gonna Get Onya shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tenryu as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Tenryu tests Gonna Get Onya's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tenryu lands a right hook to the body.
Tenryu throws a jab but it's blocked by Gonna Get Onya.
Tenryu takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Gonna Get Onya goes for a double leg but Tenryu avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tenryu continues to drive forward.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Gonna Get Onya avoids it with no problem.#BC2#
Tenryu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tenryu swings for the body but Gonna Get Onya moves out of range.
Tenryu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gonna Get Onya.
As Tenryu tries to get set, Gonna Get Onya tries to push him back and clinch up but Tenryu manages to avoid the attempt.
Tenryu thuds his right hand into Gonna Get Onya's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tenryu throws out a loose jab but Gonna Get Onya uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gonna Get Onya bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T4#
Gonna Get Onya throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tenryu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gonna Get Onya throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tenryu looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Gonna Get Onya shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tenryu is trying to defend but Gonna Get Onya finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.

Tenryu makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tenryu misses with a hook. Gonna Get Onya ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body.
Gonna Get Onya closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tenryu circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Gonna Get Onya takes the fight into the clinch.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Gonna Get Onya's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Gonna Get Onya ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tenryu looks to score with a jab to the body but Gonna Get Onya is just out of range.
Gonna Get Onya misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonna Get Onya keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gonna Get Onya shoots in but Tenryu avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tenryu scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Gonna Get Onya is looking to clinch.
Tenryu avoids the head kick by Gonna Get Onya.
Gonna Get Onya ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gonna Get Onya misses with a head kick.
Tenryu lands a lovely overhand right.
Tenryu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gonna Get Onya manages to avoid it.
Gonna Get Onya throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Tenryu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tenryu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gonna Get Onya tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tenryu counters with a left to the body.
Tenryu punishes Gonna Get Onya's body with a nice straight punch.
Gonna Get Onya gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Gonna Get Onya fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rona Gonna Get Onya. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Gonna Get Onya shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Gonna Get Onya tries a head kick but it misses.
Gonna Get Onya uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tenryu.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tenryu misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Gonna Get Onya has taken the fight to the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tenryu.
Gonna Get Onya tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tenryu just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Tenryu manages to break the clinch.
Gonna Get Onya tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tenryu sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Gonna Get Onya somewhat.#T3#
Gonna Get Onya avoids the body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu checks a low kick from Gonna Get Onya.
A little jabbing left from Tenryu on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gonna Get Onya fails to land with a series of punches.
Tenryu circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Gonna Get Onya clinches with his opponent.
Tenryu prevents the takedown attempt.
Gonna Get Onya working aggressively here. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks from the clinch.
Gonna Get Onya throws a head kick but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu misses with a body shot.
Gonna Get Onya throws a push kick but Tenryu slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
A slow jab from Tenryu misses its intended target.
Gonna Get Onya walks into a straight right hand from Tenryu.
Gonna Get Onya moves away from the strike by Tenryu.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Gonna Get Onya does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Gonna Get Onya shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tenryu defends it nicely.
Gonna Get Onya darts in trying to clinch
and Tenryu counters with a right hand to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gonna Get Onya fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Gonna Get Onya avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tenryu with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Gonna Get Onya is defended easily by Tenryu.
Gonna Get Onya ducks under a wild hook from Tenryu.
Gonna Get Onya went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tenryu dips to his left and cracks Gonna Get Onya with an uppercut!
Tenryu throws a shot from downtown. Gonna Get Onya moves away and avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Gonna Get Onya does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big left from Tenryu misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonna Get Onya tries for a takedown but Tenryu circles away easily
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gen Tenryu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tenryu scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL#
Gonna Get Onya has taken the fight to the clinch. #T1##BC2#
Tenryu breaks from the clinch. #TD#
Gonna Get Onya closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tenryu quickly recovers to half guard.

Tenryu manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Gonna Get Onya keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
The referee calls for Tenryu to work. #BC#
Gonna Get Onya manages to break the clinch.
Tenryu clobbers Gonna Get Onya with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gonna Get Onya shoots in for a double leg but Tenryu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Rona Gonna Get Onya. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tenryu avoids the head kick by Gonna Get Onya.
Tenryu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gonna Get Onya tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tenryu is able to avoid easily.
Tenryu swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gonna Get Onya tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tenryu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A head kick by Gonna Get Onya misses
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Gonna Get Onya tries to clinch there but Tenryu circles away.
Tenryu now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
Good standup being displayed there by Tenryu as he connects with a hook.
Tenryu lunges at Gonna Get Onya with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gonna Get Onya's hand.
Gonna Get Onya misses with a takedown
and Tenryu counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Rona Gonna Get Onya has been cut.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tenryu misses with a hook. Gonna Get Onya ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gonna Get Onya tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Tenryu paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rona Gonna Get Onya is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Gonna Get Onya clinches with his opponent.
Gonna Get Onya can't get the takedown. #BC2#
Tenryu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tenryu. Gonna Get Onya does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tenryu just misses with a punch to the body. #T3#
Gonna Get Onya closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tenryu circles away.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Tenryu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tenryu misses with a straight right.
Gonna Get Onya blocks a jab.
Gonna Get Onya is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands with an uppercut that bounces Gonna Get Onya off the cage and back into range.#CL#
Gonna Get Onya has taken the fight to the clinch.
Gonna Get Onya fails to pull guard.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tenryu as Gonna Get Onya tries to tie him up.
Gonna Get Onya tries to stall but Tenryu uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Gonna Get Onya can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
Tenryu manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Gen Tenryu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4##BC#
Gonna Get Onya breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tenryu thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Gonna Get Onya wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tenryu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gonna Get Onya.
Gonna Get Onya slips a straight right by Tenryu.
Gonna Get Onya displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tenryu throws out the jab.
Gonna Get Onya half committed to a counter leg kick.#CL#
Gonna Get Onya closes the distance and clinches.
Gonna Get Onya is trying to pull guard but Tenryu has him pressed against the cage.
Gonna Get Onya throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gen Tenryu comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Tenryu 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight for Gen Tenryu!

Gen Tenryu wins by unanimous decision!

Event: BLAZE 21 -ROCKSTEADY VS VOLKOV
Date: Apr 01, 2021

#R1#
Trejo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tenryu slips under a jab from Trejo.
Tenryu takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
A swing and a miss from Trejo.
Trejo throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Tenryu takes one to the chin there.
Trejo has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Beasties in the buildup to the fight.
Trejo connects with a single shot there.
Trejo misses with an uppercut
and Tenryu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Trejo digs a good body shot into Tenryu's ribs.
Tenryu takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tenryu throws a sloppy head kick and Trejo moves out of range easily.
Trejo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A lazy left from Trejo finds it's target.
Tenryu shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A quick step to the side and Trejo tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Trejo misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Tenryu cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Trejo throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Tenryu misses.#T1#
Trejo lands a really nice looking cross but Tenryu seems unphased.
Trejo takes a swing at Tenryu's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Trejo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Tenryu jabs at Trejo's body.
Tenryu uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Trejo.
Trejo lands the left hand.
Trejo is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Trejo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tenryu. Tenryu circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#KD#
Trejo lands a big uppercut and Tenryu crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tenryu looks OK. Trejo waves Tenryu back to his feet!#ROC#Tenryu is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Trejo ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Tenryu out cold! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Danny Trejo!
Danny Trejo seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: KoF:IW Golden Claws XXX
Date: Mar 06, 2021

#R1#
Oquendo throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oquendo misses with a combination
enabling Tenryu to counter with a crisp jab.
Tenryu has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Oquendo is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Oquendo cracks Tenryu with a good jab.
Tenryu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Oquendo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Oquendo throws a right hand that misses
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Oquendo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oquendo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tenryu doesn't seem bothered though.
A big left from Oquendo misses.
Oquendo connects with a crisp jab.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oquendo misses with a series of wild punches.
Oquendo punishes Tenryu's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Tenryu takes one to the side of the head.
Tenryu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Oquendo.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Oquendo shakes him off and moves away.
Tenryu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Oquendo lands a right hook to the body.
Oquendo swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range.
Oquendo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but Oquendo pushes him away.#CL2#
Tenryu darts in and clinches Oquendo up against the cage.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Oquendo blocks it. #BC#
Oquendo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oquendo.
Oquendo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Oquendo throws the left hand but Tenryu avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Tenryu instigates a clinch.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Oquendo is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#T2##BC#
Oquendo manages to break the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Oquendo connects with the punch.
A left and a right from Oquendo both land. Nice combination.
Oquendo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Oquendo.
Oquendo clobbers Tenryu with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Oquendo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tenryu wants to clinch.
Oquendo lands with a cross.
Oquendo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Tenryu counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tenryu. #T3#
Oquendo digs a right hand into Tenryu's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tenryu's gas tank.
Oquendo blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Oquendo's elbow.
Oquendo throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu throws a head punch that misses.
Oquendo is trying to break the clinch but Tenryu is controlling him.
A short right from Oquendo.
A shot in the inside from Oquendo.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
A short uppercut from Tenryu.
Oquendo throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Oquendo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Oquendo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Oquendo can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Oquendo has had enough of the clinch but Tenryu keeps him there for the moment.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tenryu tries to throw a body punch but Oquendo avoids it by throwing Tenryu back against the cage.
Oquendo wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Oquendo working aggressively here. #T4#
Oquendo throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu stalling the fight.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oquendo struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu stalling against the cage.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Oquendo or not.
Tenryu lands a body shot.
Oquendo being controlled against the cage.
Oquendo scores with a shot to the side of Tenryu's head.
The referee calls for Tenryu to work.
Oquendo lands a left hand. #BC#
Oquendo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Oquendo fails to land with a series of punches.
Tenryu slips a straight right by Oquendo.
Cuervo Oquendo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oquendo misses with a looping right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cuervo Oquendo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Oquendo throws a shot to the body.
Oquendo throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Oquendo moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oquendo misses with a body shot.
Oquendo misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Tenryu counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Oquendo backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Oquendo.
Tenryu misses with a punch to the body.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tenryu.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Oquendo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tenryu can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oquendo tries to circle away but Tenryu has him pinned against the cage.
Tenryu is pushing Oquendo up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Oquendo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Oquendo lands a shoulder strike.
Tenryu misses with a body punch. #T1#
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Oquendo lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Oquendo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oquendo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gen Tenryu seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Tenryu stalling the fight.
Tenryu prevents Oquendo from breaking the clinch.
A short right from Oquendo on the inside.
Tenryu controlling the action here for a moment.
Oquendo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Oquendo lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Tenryu prevents Oquendo from breaking the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
Tenryu misses with some punches. #T2#
Oquendo is trying to force a seperation but Tenryu has the dominant position.
Tenryu misses with a punch on the inside.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Tenryu swings wildly with an uppercut but Oquendo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tenryu taking a breather.
A head punch on the inside from Oquendo fails to land.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Oquendo tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage. #BC#
Oquendo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tenryu! But no joy.
Tenryu tries to clinch up but Oquendo circles away and keeps his distance.
Oquendo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oquendo misses with a straight right.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oquendo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oquendo looks to land a left hand but Tenryu moved out of range nicely.
Tenryu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T3#
Oquendo misses with an uppercut #CL2#
and Tenryu counters by moving into the clinch.
Oquendo throws a head punch that misses.
Oquendo tries a body shot but Tenryu blocks it.
Oquendo gets through Tenryu's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Oquendo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Oquendo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Oquendo scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Oquendo lands a right hand.
Oquendo lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tenryu.
Tenryu pressing his opponent against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Tenryu lands a body punch. #BC#
Oquendo breaks the clinch.
Tenryu moves out of range as Oquendo strikes.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Oquendo shakes him off and moves away.
Oquendo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tenryu.
Oquendo jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Oquendo misses with a two punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oquendo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tenryu.
Oquendo scores with a decent looking hook.
Oquendo jabs Tenryu right on the nose. Tenryu blinks but takes it well.
Oquendo throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tenryu throws a lazy right hand but Oquendo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oquendo loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Oquendo loads up on a big right hand but Tenryu slips the punch.
Oquendo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tenryu misses with a body shot
and Oquendo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A shot to the body from Oquendo misses
and Tenryu counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oquendo misses with an uppercut
and Tenryu counters with a nice uppercut.
Oquendo missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cuervo Oquendo dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Oquendo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tenryus jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Oquendo.
Tenryu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Oquendo lands a nice shot that snaps Tenryu's head back.
Tenryu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tenryu with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Oquendo to score with a decent uppercut.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Oquendo.
Oquendo scores with a nice strike.
Tenryu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oquendo misses with a right hand
and Oquendo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oquendo throws a right and a left that both miss.
It seemed like Tenryu was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sloppy strikes from Oquendo. Those never looked like landing.
Tenryu throws out a counter right but Oquendo avoids it with no problem.
Tenryu on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Oquendo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T1#
Oquendo throws out a loose jab but Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid it.
Oquendo throws a jab but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oquendo.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Oquendo.
Oquendo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Oquendo throws a hook but Tenryu blocks it.
Oquendo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tenryu ducks under a wild hook from Oquendo.
Tenryu is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Tenryu fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Oquendo throws a series of punches but Tenryu avoids them all with ease.
Oquendo misses with a straight right.
Tenryu tries to counter by closing the distance.
Oquendo throws a hook but Tenryu avoids it easily.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by Oquendo and move into the clinch position.
Oquendo throws a lazy right hand but Tenryu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Oquendo sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Oquendo avoids it this time.#T2#
Tenryu tries to close the distance and clinch up but Oquendo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Oquendo with a nice cross.
A slow jab from Oquendo misses its intended target.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Oquendo shakes him off and moves away.
Oquendo misses with a hook
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Oquendo moves out of range as Tenryu strikes.
Oquendo swings widly with a right hand
and Tenryu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oquendo misses with a hook. Tenryu ducked under it nicely.
Tenryu tries to counter with a clinch but Oquendo shakes him off and moves away.
Tenryu looks to land a right hand but Oquendo moved out of range.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Oquendo breaks from the clinch.
Tenryu has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Tenryu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Tenryu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Oquendo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Oquendo throws a body punch but Tenryu moves out of range.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Oquendo.
Oquendo moves out of range of the strikes.
Tenryu misses the jab.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Oquendo misses its intended target.
Tenryu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Oquendo throws out the jab.
Tenryu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Oquendo.
Tenryu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tenryu wants to counter with a clinch but Oquendo pushes him away.
Gen Tenryu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd cheers as Tenryu lands an impressive looking overhand right. Oquendo doesn't seem phased though.
Tenryu digs a good body shot into Oquendo's ribs.
Cuervo Oquendo is winning the standup battle so far.
Oquendo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oquendo lands a jab to the nose.
Tenryu clobbers Oquendo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Tenryu has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4#
Tenryu scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The fighters circle momentarily. Oquendo darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Oquendo throws a combination. Tenryu tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Oquendo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oquendo missing with a left hand there. Tenryu was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tenryu wants to counter the offense by Oquendo and move into the clinch position.
Oquendo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tenryu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tenryu steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Oquendo.
Oquendo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Oquendo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Good shot there by Oquendo.
Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Oquendo.
Oquendo throws a big shot that misses.
Cuervo Oquendo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Oquendo throws a shot from downtown. Tenryu moves away and avoids it.
Oquendo sets himself, and Tenryu steps forward looking for the clinch! Oquendo avoids it this time.
Oquendo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Cuervo Oquendo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Oquendo, 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bruno Lombardi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cuervo Oquendo!

Event: KoF:IW GC XVIII
Date: Feb 06, 2021

#R1#
Tenryu lands a really nice looking cross but Revere seems unphased.
Revere shoots and misses
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Revere takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Revere is breathing heavily.
Nice body punch from Tenryu.
Tenryu ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Revere's jaw. Revere's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Tenryu does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Gen Tenryu!

Event: KoF:IW Golden Claws XIV NYE
Date: Jan 01, 2021

#R1#
Turner chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tenryu 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.
Tenryu works Turner's body with a nice hook.
Turner throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tenryu counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Turner sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.#BC#
Turner breaks from the clinch.
Tenryu is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Turner.
Turner tries to bum rush Tenryu with a series of wild strikes but Tenryu uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tenryu looks to land a left hand but Turner moved out of range nicely.
Turner throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tenryu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Turner moves into range and clinches up with Tenryu.
Turner looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turner backwards.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Turners head. #BC#
Turner pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Turner throws a right and a left that Tenryu avoids nicely.
Turner moves out of range of the strikes.
Turner tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Tenryu manages to circle out of the way.
Tenryu loads up on a big right hand but Turner slips the punch.
Some wild striking there from Turner. #CL2#
Tenryu clinches up with Turner and pushes him back against the cage.
Turner wants to break free but Tenryu has control.
Tenryu is leaning against Turner and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Turner backwards.
Tenryu gets through Turner's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Turner's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Tenryu has Turner pressed against the cage, preventing Turner from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A short left from Tenryu.
Tenryu is struggling to control the position.
Tenryu just leaning against Turner, taking a breather. #T2#
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
Turner is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turner is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tenryu prevents Turner from breaking the clinch.
Tenryu presses Turner against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Turner being controlled against the cage.
A short uppercut from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a hook that snaps the head of Turner backwards.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Turner backwards.
Tenryu cracks Turner with a nice body shot.
Tenryu pushes Turner back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu is stalling here.
Tenryu lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC2#Turner is rocked!
Turner working hard to break the clinch.
Nice body punch from Tenryu - that landed with a thud.
A short left from Tenryu.
Oh Turner is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Turner seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Tenryu can turn it around.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tenryu works on Turner's body with a couple of short punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Tenryu.
Tenryu creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Turner's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Turner drops to his knees and Tenryu pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Gen Tenryu!
Kentrell Turner was interviewed post fight and said 'This is some bullshit'.

Event: KoF:IW Underground
Date: Dec 05, 2020

#R1#
Cranio looks to score with a jab to the body but Tenryu is just out of range.
Cranio throws a poor cross that misses
and Tenryu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cranio misses with a hook
and Tenryu counters with a straight right hand.
Cranio thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cranio misses with a right hand
letting Tenryu counter with a right hand.
Tenryu defending well as Cranio loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Tenryu moves into the clinch.
Cranio tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Cranio escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cranio swings for the body but Tenryu moves out of range. #CL2#
Cranio gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Cranio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tenryu.
Tenryu presses Cranio against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The referee is keeping an eye on Tenryu - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The referee calls for Tenryu to work. #T1#
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu cracks Cranio with a nice body shot.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
Cranio blocks a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tenryu just leaning against Cranio, taking a breather.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Gen Tenryu.
Cranio fails to land with a series of punches.
Cranio lands a jab.
The fighters circling - Cranio throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cranio's corner calls for a 1-2. Cranio obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Cranio throws an overhand right that lands on Tenryu's shoulder, as Tenryu tries to avoid the shot. #T2##CL#
Tenryu rushes Cranio and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tenryu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Tenryu.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tenryu - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cranio can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Tenryu gets through Cranio's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Cranio lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cranio misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cranio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu lands with a light punch inside. #CUT#It looks like Quebra Cranio has been cut.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Cranio misses with a body punch.
Good body shot from Cranio.
Cranio struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Cranio looks winded!#T3#
Tenryu prevents Cranio from breaking the clinch.
Cranio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cranio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Cranio.
Tenryu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Tenryu holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Cranio misses with a hook from the clinch.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Cranio blocks it.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Cranio.
Tenryu pushes Cranio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cranio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cranios head.
Come on Tenryu - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense. #T4#
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Cranio.
A frustrated look appears on Cranio's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
A head punch on the inside from Tenryu fails to land.
Cranio throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu throws a punch but it's blocked by Cranio.
Cranio has a couple of punches blocked by Tenryu.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tenryu scores with a shot to the side of Cranio's head.
Tenryu displaying some good clinch control by pressing Cranio up against the cage.
Tenryu'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.
Cranio throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Cranio lands a nice uppercut.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Cranio. #BC2#
Cranio breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Quebra Cranio'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#
Cranio ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tenryu moves away.
Cranio throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tenryu throwing a counter right hand but Cranio manages to avoid it.
Cranio lands a lovely overhand right.
Cranio cracks Tenryu with a right hand to the side of the head.
A combination from Cranio does no damage. #CL2#
Cranio darts in and clinches Tenryu up against the cage.
Tenryu lands a right hand.
Tenryu scores with a hook to the body.
Cranio working aggressively here.
Tenryu scores with a shoulder strike.
Cranio is leaning against Tenryu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tenryu - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cranio throws a punch but it's blocked by Tenryu.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Cranio blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tenryu.
Cranio misses with a body punch. #T1#
Cranio tries to throw a body punch but Tenryu avoids it by throwing Cranio back against the cage.
Cranio tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu 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.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Cranio.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Cranio.
Tenryu digs a right hand into Cranio's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Cranio's gas tank.
Cranio is breathing heavily.
A short uppercut from Tenryu.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cranio backwards.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Tenryu misses with a hook to the ribs.
A hook to the body from Tenryu.
Tenryu digs a right hand underneath Cranio's ribcage. Cranio let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Still in the clinch, Tenryu scores with a nice short uppercut.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cranio backwards.
Tenryu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tenryu lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Cranio working hard to break the clinch.
Gen Tenryu has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tenryu pushes Cranio back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Tenryu leaning against his opponent.
Tenryu has Cranio pressed against the cage.
Tenryu gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Cranio misses with some punches.
Cranio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu lands a body punch.
Tenryu tries a body shot but Cranio blocks it.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike.
Cranio tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#BC2#
Cranio pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tenryu connects with a body shot.
Tenryu uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cranio.
It looked like Tenryu wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tenryu scores with a jab to the head. #T3#
Tenryu defending well as Cranio loads up on a big left hand.
Cranio scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CL2#
Cranio gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Good body shot from Tenryu.
Cranio struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Tenryu leaning against his opponent.
Tenryu lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Cranio.
Tenryu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Cranio can do to turn this around?
Cranio working aggressively here.
Tenryu taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Tenryu makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Tenryu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tenryu effectively controlling the action here.
Tenryu scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tenryu lands a left hand.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tenryu blocks an uppercut. #T4#
Cranio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tenryu controlling the action here for a moment.
Cranio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cranio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Tenryu cracks Cranio with a nice body shot.
Tenryu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cranios head.
Good body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu pressing his opponent against the cage.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tenryu lands a nice shot to the body.
Cranio struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Cranio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gen Tenryu dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Quebra Cranio's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Tenryu moves into range and clinches up with Cranio.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Cranio.
A right hand to the body from Cranio.
Cranio can't break the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Cranio.
Cranio blocks an uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu.
Cranio blocking some punches.
Tenryu lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Cranio or not.
Tenryu lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cranio backwards.
Tenryu slowing the pace effectively.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Cranio tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tenryu is leaning against Cranio and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tenryu stalling the fight.
Tenryu lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cranio backwards.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cranio backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cranio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cranio struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Cranio takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Tenryu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Cranio.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tenryu.
Tenryu prevents a body shot from Cranio.
A short body shot lands from Tenryu as the two fighters clinch.
A shot in the inside from Tenryu.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tenryu takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tenryu lands with a short shot to the head.
Tenryu lands with a left to the head.
Tenryu blocking some punches.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
A short right from Tenryu.
Cranio tries to work over Tenryu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Tenryu slows down the pace here.
Cranio working aggressively here. #T2#
Tenryu lands a left hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tenryu blocks a body shot from Cranio.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Cranio working aggressively here.
Cranio throws a head punch that misses.
Tenryu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tenryu.
Tenryu is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A nice left hand lands by Tenryu. #ROC#Cranio is rocked!
A short uppercut from Cranio.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cranio is still on wobbly legs! Can Tenryu finish him?
Cranio lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tenryu lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cranio backwards.
Tenryu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tenryu lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tenryu lands a body shot in the clinch.
Quebra Cranio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Tenryu lands a shot to the body.
Tenryu stalling the fight.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tenryu - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tenryu blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cranio is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Cranio seems to have recovered his senses.
Cranio prevents a body shot from Tenryu.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tenryu lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Cranio backwards.
Cranio goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Tenryu lands with a right to the head.
Cranio misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Cranio fails to land.
Tenryu misses with a body punch.
Tenryu softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tenryu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cranio can't find room to land a body shot as Tenryu controls the action.
Gen Tenryu is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cranio.
Cranio misses with the head strike. #T4#
Cranio scores with a nice hook to the head.
Cranio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Cranio fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cranio tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Tenryu's elbow.
Cranio struggles to land a body shot inside as Tenryu controls his hands.
Cranio misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cranio misses with a punch to the body.
Cranio wants to break the clinch but can't.
Cranio misses with a hook to the ribs.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cranio tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cranio doesn't land with the attempted body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Gen Tenryu showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tenryu, 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 Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Gen Tenryu!

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