Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: OFK 443 -
Date: Oct 05, 2024

#R1#
Toal throws out a powerful jab.
Dilbrandt keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Toal tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Dilbrandt is able to avoid easily.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dilbrandt.
Toal just misses with a punch to the body.
Dilbrandt let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Dilbrandt 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.
Dilbrandt defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Toal.
Dilbrandt with the counter takedown but Toal avoids it easily.
Toal slips under a jab from Dilbrandt.
Toal takes a swing at Dilbrandt's ribcage but misses.
Toal throws a hook but Dilbrandt avoids it easily.
Toal swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Dilbrandt connects with a leg kick.
Good work by Toal as he checks the leg kick.
Toal was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Toal checks the leg kick nicely there.
Dilbrandt misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Dilbrandt lands a right hook to the body.
Toal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dilbrandt stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Toal is looking to wear down Dilbrandt with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Dilbrandt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Toal gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dilbrandt.
Toal tries to land a leg kick but Dilbrandt saw it coming and moves away.
Dilbrandt throws out a leg kick but Toal moves out of range and Dilbrandt only half commits.
Toal throws a right and a left that Dilbrandt avoids nicely. #CL#
Toal moves into range and clinches up with Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Dilbrandt tries to stall but Toal uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Toal lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Dilbrandt or not.
Toal works on Dilbrandt's body with a couple of short punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Toal creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Toal lands with a right to the head.
Dilbrandt wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Dilbrandt misses with the head strike.
Dilbrandt taking a breather.
Dilbrandt misses with a punch on the inside.
Dilbrandt scores with a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Dilbrandt escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Dilbrandt throws a low kick, looking for Toal's leg but Toal calmly moves out of range.
Toal throws a looping overhand right but Dilbrandt ducks down to avoid it.
Toal takes a swing at Dilbrandt's ribcage but misses.
Toal throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dilbrandt's waist but Dilbrandt gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Toal off to one side.
Toal checks the leg kick.
Dilbrandt jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Dilbrandt checks a low kick from Toal.#T3#
Toal with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Dilbrandt to score with a decent uppercut.
Toal defending well as Dilbrandt loads up on a big left hand.
Damian Dilbrandt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toal checks the leg kick.
Toal looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Toal takes a jab right on the kisser.
Toal throws a jab when Dilbrandt was well out of range.
Toal moves out of range of the leg kick from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Toal is able to avoid easily.
A little feinted left hand from Toal on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Dilbrandt scores with a jab to the head.
Dilbrandt takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Toal swings for the body but Dilbrandt moves out of range.
Dilbrandt wants to clinch but Toal slips to the side
and Toal counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
A head kick misses from Toal.
Dilbrandt throws the left hand but Toal avoids the punch easily.
Toal avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dilbrandt lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dilbrandt connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Dilbrandt misses with a low kick.
Toal tries to land a body kick
and Dilbrandt counters with a left to the body.
Toal takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Dilbrandt lands with a good body shot.
Dilbrandt looks to score with a jab to the body but Toal is just out of range.
Dilbrandt looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Damian Dilbrandt dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Dilbrandt missing with a left hand there. Toal was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Toal on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Dilbrandt is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Toal.
Toal ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dilbrandt moves away.
Toal tries to land a front kick but Dilbrandt steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Dilbrandt is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Toal looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Dilbrandt fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dilbrandt finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Dilbrandt thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dilbrandt only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Toal ducks under a wild hook from Dilbrandt.
Toal checks the leg kick.
Dilbrandt throws a left and a right that both miss
and Toal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Toal digs a good hook to Dilbrandt's body.
Toal throws a big shot that misses.
Dilbrandt tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Toal cracks a nice hook into Dilbrandt's ribs.
Dilbrandt scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Dilbrandt throws the left hand but Toal avoids the punch easily.
Dilbrandt throws a head kick that misses.
Nice uppercut there from Dilbrandt.
A head kick misses from Toal.
Dilbrandt looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Dilbrandt is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Toal swings for the body but Dilbrandt moves out of range.
A big right from Dilbrandt misses.
A quick step to the side and Toal tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Toal takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Damian Dilbrandt seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Toal lands a jab.#T2#
Toal takes one to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Toal.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big left from Toal misses.
Dilbrandt leaves Toal with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dilbrandt scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Toal doesn't seem bothered though.
Dilbrandt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dilbrandt throws a low kick but it's checked well by Toal.
Toal staying out of range there.
Toal appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dilbrandt will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #T3#
Dilbrandt pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Toal uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dilbrandt.
Toal takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Toal throws a body shot but no joy.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt wants to counter the offense by Toal and move into the clinch position.
Toal gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dilbrandt.
The fighters circling - Toal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Toal takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #ROC2#Toal is rocked!
Dilbrandt scores with a decent looking hook.
Oh Toal is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Dilbrandt throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Toal stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Toal tries to get into range but Dilbrandt steps to the side and lands a beautiful hook that drops Toal! He's faceplanted into the mat, ass in the air... he's out cold! That's an image he won't want to show his grandkids when he gets older! Dilbrandt scores the big KO victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Damian Dilbrandt!
A victorious Damian Dilbrandt thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Keir Toal had this to say: 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 435 - Johnson Vs Durant
Date: Sep 07, 2024

#R1#
Dokov changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Toal tries to avoid it but Dokov manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Toal to the ground. Toal escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Toal tries to keep at a distance but Dokov has taken the fight into the clinch.
Toal throws a punch but it's blocked by Dokov.
Toal goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC#
Dokov breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Toal swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL#
Dokov closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Toal can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Toal can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Toal scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Toal presses Dokov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T1#
Toal pushes Dokov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Toal has a couple of punches blocked by Dokov.
Dokov wants to break the clinch but can't. #BC#
Dokov's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Toal has closed the distance and engaged Dokov in a clinch.
Toal misses with the head strike.
Dokov doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Toal swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Toal scores with a hook to the body.
Dokov looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Toal lands with a right to the head. #T2#
Toal lands with a light punch inside.
Toal lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dokov scores with a nice hook to the head.
Toal blocking some punches.
Toal prevents Dokov from breaking the clinch.
Dokov lands a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Toal throws a head punch that misses.
Toal can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Toal scores with a shot to the side of Dokov's head.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Toal's elbow. #T3#
Toal misses with a body punch.
Toal misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Toal. #TD2#
Toal wants the takedown. Dokov is fighting it off but Toal persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Dokov's guard against the cage.
Toal scoring with punches to the head and body.
Toal slips nicely into half guard, despite the strikes coming from Dokov.
Toal content to control rather than advance.
Toal working Dokov over with strikes.
Toal is figuring out what he wants to do next.#ES#
Dokov pushes Toal off and gets back to his feet.#T4#
Dokov shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Toal avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dokov blocks a head kick by Toal.
Dokov throws a big counter combination but Toal scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Dokov has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Toal finds it's way round the side to connect with Dokov's head.
Doko Dokov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Toal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Toal keeps the fight on the outside.
Toal takes a swing at Dokov's ribcage but misses.
Toal keeps the fight on the outside.
Dokov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Toal.
As Toal looks to move away, Dokov throws a big counter combo but Toal just gets out of the way.#CL#
Dokov instigates a clinch.
Dokov blocks an uppercut.
Toal misses with a body punch.
Toal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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#
Dokov wants to clinch but Toal slips to the side
letting Toal counter with a right hand.
Toal with the inside leg kick.
We've been told by Dokov's head coaches at 3Band MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Toal throws a body punch but Dokov moves out of range.
Dokov is looking for a counter combo.
Dokov gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Toal counters with a straight right hand.
Dokov throws a hook but Toal blocks it.#CL#
Dokov clinches with his opponent.
Toal blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Toal tries to work over Dokov'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.
Dokov has a couple of punches blocked by Toal.
A shot in the inside from Toal.
Toal struggles to land a body shot inside as Dokov controls his hands. #T1#
Toal avoids the elbow strike from Dokov, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Toal fails to land.
Toal digs a right hand underneath Dokov's ribcage. Dokov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Toal lands a shot to the body.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dokov scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A hook to the body from Toal.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Toal digs a right hand into Dokov's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Dokov's gas tank.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Toal creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dokov lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T2#
Toal misses with a short punch on the inside.
Keir Toal seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Dokov working aggressively here.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Toal fails to land.
Toal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Toal lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dokov tries a body shot but Toal blocks it.
Dokov is trying to pull guard but Toal has him pressed against the cage.
Dokov displaying some good clinch control by pressing Toal up against the cage.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Dokov has Toal pushed against the cage.
Dokov tries to break free but Toal pushes him back against the cage.
Toal blocks a body shot from Dokov.
Dokov throws a head punch that misses.
Toal blocks an uppercut.
Dokov working hard to break the clinch.
Dokov can't find room to land a body shot as Toal controls the action.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov just leaning against Toal, taking a breather.
Dokov swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Toal misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Toal lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Dokov misses with some punches.
Dokov blocking some punches.
Dokov jumps guard but Toal turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal lands a hook that snaps the head of Dokov backwards. #TD2#
Toal has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Dokov is trying to keep an underhook but Toal manages to get the takedown into half guard.

Dokov manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Dokov staying out of range there.
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dokov was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.
As Toal looks to move away, Dokov throws a big counter combo but Toal just gets out of the way.
Dokov throws a combination that misses
and Toal counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Dokov's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Toal misses with a wild body shot.
Toal misses with a kick to the body.
As Toal looks to move away, Dokov throws a big counter combo but Toal just gets out of the way.
The crowd cheers as Toal lands an impressive looking overhand right. Dokov doesn't seem phased though.
Doko Dokov is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Toal lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Dokov tries for a takedown but Toal sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dokov goes for a double leg but Toal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Toal continues to drive forward.
Toal lands a shoulder strike.
Toal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Dokov is trying to break the clinch but Toal is controlling him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dokov jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Toal walks away with a smile on his face. Dokov gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Doko Dokov. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Toal drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

Dokov explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T1#
A combination from Dokov does no damage.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Dokov darts in trying to clinch
letting Toal counter with a right hand.
Toal circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dokov fails in his attempt to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dokov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch but Toal swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dokov tries to clinch but Toal moves away
and Toal counters with an inside leg kick.
Dokov falls off balance throwing a combination
and Toal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Dokov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Toal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Dokov goes for a double leg but Toal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Toal continues to drive forward.
Dokov prevents a body shot from Toal.
A hook to the body from Toal.
Toal cracks Dokov with a nice body shot.
Doko Dokov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toal throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
This has been an exciting period of action!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dokov.
Dokov fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Toal misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Toal.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Toal lands a left hand.
Toal can't find room to land a body shot as Dokov controls the action.
Dokov misses with a body punch. #TD2#
Toal gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Dokov lands one or two decent shots to the body here. Although from his own half guard, he's not going to be causing too much damage.
Dokov trying to control from the bottom.
Toal with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Dokov misses with some strikes from the bottom. #T4#
Toal blocks the strikes from Dokov.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dokov missing with punches from the bottom.
The referee calls for the fighters to work. #SUB#
Dokov looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Toal in particular looking to stall.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sloppy strikes from Dokov. Those never looked like landing.
Toal throws a wild body kick that Dokov sees coming a mile off.
Toal lands with a good body shot.
Toal looks to land a combination but Dokov avoids it well.
Toal avoids a punch combination nicely.
Toal appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Toal 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!
A relieved looking Keir Toal 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: OFK 430 - Orsic Vs Martin
Date: Aug 18, 2024

#R1#
Toal connects with a body shot.
Pugsley looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Toal displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pugsley.
Toal throws a lazy body kick #TD#
and Pugsley counters with a nice double leg into half guard.

Toal kicks off Pugsley and gets to his feet.
Pugsley moves away from the strike by Toal.
Pugsley changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pugsley.
Pugsley drops down looking for a counter takedown but Toal sprawls and moves away.
Toal connects with a body shot that sends Pugsley's belly button to the back.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Toal finds it's way through Pugsley's defenses. #CL#
Pugsley moves into range and clinches up with Toal.
Toal misses with a punch to the body.
Toal lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Toal works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #TD2#
Toal is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Pugsley can't fight it off and eventually Toal manages to take the fight to the floor. Pugsley looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1##SUB#
Pugsley is looking for a triangle but Toal pushes his legs off easily.
Toal showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Pugsley has his foot on Toal's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Toal works his way back into a safe position though.
Pugsley can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Toal controls the pace.#SUB#
Pugsley is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Toal is aware though and is defending well.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Pugsley had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Toal defends it easily.
Toal wants to control from the top but Pugsley keeps moving.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Toal pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pugsley is keeping the position for now.
Toal controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Toal working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Pugsley looking to control. #T3#
Toal is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Pugsley keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Keir Toal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Toal closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pugsley to the mat! Pugsley manages to get full guard. #SUB#
Pugsley escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Toal gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Pugsley had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Toal defends it easily.
Pugsley is trying to keep Toal in close. #T4#
Toal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pugsley swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Toal's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Toal sitting in guard here, content to control.
Toal stopping the sweep attempt from Pugsley.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Pugsley is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Toal defends well.
Pugsley preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Toal decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Toal missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB#
Pugsley looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Toal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Toal not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Pugsley wants to control but Toal is keeping busy.
Pugsley is looking for a sweep. Toal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pugsley looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Pugsley might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Toal scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T1##SUB#
Pugsley actively working from the bottom here.
Keir Toal has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
Pugsley is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily.
Pugsley moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Toal controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Toal looking to sit in guard and control but Pugsley gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Pugsley wants to control from the top but Toal keeps moving. #T2#
Pugsley tries to free his leg and advance position but Toal is retaining full guard.
Toal controlling the position.
Toal is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pugsley trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Toal swings and misses with a hook to the body. #TD2#
Toal closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Pugsley to the mat! Pugsley manages to get full guard. #T3#
Pugsley keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Pugsley working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Pugsley throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Pugsley looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Pugsley working for submissions but it's allowed Toal to get to half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Toal is looking to take a break and control but Pugsley is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Toal 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.
Pugsley keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Pugsley has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Toal is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal trying to control from half guard but Pugsley is working away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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#
Toal lands a nice hook to Pugsley's body. Pugsley takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Pugsley wants to clinch but Toal slips to the side
and Toal makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pugsley takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Pugsley wants to clinch up but Toal keeps it at a distance.
Pugsley misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal jabs Pugsley right on the nose. Pugsley blinks but takes it well.#TD2#
Toal drives through with a takedown into Pugsley's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#T1##SUB#
Pugsley is looking to cinch up a triangle. Toal throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Pugsley's body to avoid the submission. Pugsley has instead reached around Toal's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Pugsley arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Arthur Pugsley!
Keir Toal was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 416 - Mfer Vs English
Date: Jun 30, 2024

#R1#
Toal getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
We've been told by Yamamoto's head coaches at Mighty MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Yamamoto tries to close the distance and clinch up but Toal swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Yamamoto moves into the clinch.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Toal.
Toal avoids a wild elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Toal misses with the head strike.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow strike.
Yamamoto throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it misses.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Yamamoto.
Toal blocks the elbow strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yamamoto tries to throw a body punch but Toal avoids it by throwing Yamamoto back against the cage.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Toal tries to work over Yamamoto's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow strike.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow over the top.#T1#
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Toal blocks an elbow strike.
With the fighters up against the cage, Yamamoto throws an elbow but misses.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it misses.
Toal misses with a body punch.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Toal misses with a body punch.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow over the top.
Yamamoto tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Toal's elbow.
Yamamoto pushes off an throws an elbow but Toal leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Yamamoto tries to throw a body punch but Toal avoids it by throwing Yamamoto back against the cage.
Toal tries a body shot but Yamamoto blocks it.
Toal lands a left hand.
Yamamoto can't find room to land a body shot as Toal controls the action.
Yamamoto comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#It looks like Keir Toal has been cut.#T2#
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it misses.
Toal takes an elbow to the temple.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yamamoto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yamamoto's elbow.
Toal drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Toal tries a body shot but Yamamoto blocks it.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Toal blocks the elbow strike.
A short left from Toal.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Toal misses with a punch to the body.
Yamamoto tries a body shot but Toal blocks it. #T3#
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Yamamoto tries to throw a body punch but Toal avoids it by throwing Yamamoto back against the cage.
Yamamoto pushes off an throws an elbow but Toal leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Yamamoto is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Yamamoto prevents a body shot from Toal.
Yamamoto presses Toal against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Yamamoto throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Toal blocks an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto can't find room to land a body shot as Toal controls the action.
Toal dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto misses with a hook to the ribs.
Yamamoto misses with a punch to the body.
Yamamoto scores with a hook to the body.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Yamamoto pushes off an throws an elbow but Toal leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T4#
A body shot lands from Toal.
Yamamoto lands a damaging elbow.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow over the top.
Good body shot from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto blocks an uppercut.
Yamamoto creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Toal's defenses.
Toal avoids a wild elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yamamoto throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Yamamoto creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Toal struggles to land a body shot inside as Yamamoto controls his hands.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Toal throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Toal lands a shot to the body.
Toal lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Yamamoto backwards.
Yamamoto blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Yamamoto looks to throw an elbow but misses.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rogerio Yamamoto dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Keir Toal's cut.
That's time! Yamamoto's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Toal avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Yamamoto avoids the body shot from Toal.
Yamamoto throws a quick counter head kick but Toal was just out of range.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Yamamoto keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Toal.
Yamamoto lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Yamamoto tries to close the distance and clinch but Toal swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Yamamoto wants to clinch up but Toal keeps it at a distance.
A little jabbing left from Toal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Toal lands with a slapping head kick. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Toal avoids a wild elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Toal digs a right hand underneath Yamamoto's ribcage. Yamamoto let out a lung full of air as it connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yamamoto goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Yamamoto throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yamamoto lands an elbow inside.
Yamamoto misses with a hook to the ribs. #T1#
Yamamoto looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yamamoto pushes off an throws an elbow but Toal leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Rogerio Yamamoto has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it misses.
Yamamoto lands an elbow that stopped Toal in his tracks for a moment.
Toal avoids the elbow strike from Yamamoto, against the cage.
Yamamoto misses with a hook to the ribs.
Toal blocks a body shot from Yamamoto.
Toal takes an elbow to the forehead.
Yamamoto tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Toal lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Toal fails to land.
Yamamoto creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Toal misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yamamoto.
Yamamoto is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Toal can do to turn this around?
Yamamoto misses with a hook to the ribs. #T2#
Yamamoto throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Toal misses with some punches.
Yamamoto blocking some punches.
Yamamoto's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Toal can't get the takedown.
Yamamoto creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yamamoto creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Nice elbow from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow strike.
Toal working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Yamamoto misses with a punch to the body.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Toal dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Toal lands an uppercut.#T3#
Yamamoto misses with an elbow strike.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow strike.
Yamamoto looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Yamamoto creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Toal tries to work over Yamamoto's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Toal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Toal blocks an elbow strike.
Toal blocks the elbow strike.
Yamamoto blocks a body shot from Toal.
Yamamoto digs a right hand into Toal's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Toal's gas tank.
Toal blocks the elbow strike.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Yamamoto misses with a punch to the body.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it misses.
Toal dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto. #T4#
Toal dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Toal blocks an elbow strike.#TD2#
Toal gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Yamamoto is trying to stand up here but Toal is controlling him well. #ES#
Yamamoto 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!
Toal just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Toal gets tackled into the cage by Yamamoto. Yamamoto maintains the clinch.
Yamamoto tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Toal dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Toal prevents a body shot from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow.
Yamamoto lands an elbow inside.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Yamamoto gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rogerio Yamamoto dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Keir Toal's cut.
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#
Yamamoto tries to clinch but Toal is having none of it.
Toal looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Toal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Toal connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Toal circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Yamamoto takes the fight into the clinch.
Toal blocks the elbow strike.
Toal avoids the elbow strike from Yamamoto, against the cage.
Yamamoto gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow strike.
Yamamoto throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal has a couple of punches blocked by Yamamoto.
Toal misses with a short punch on the inside.
Toal lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Toal drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Toal can't find room to land a body shot as Yamamoto controls the action. #T1#
Yamamoto looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Yamamoto tries to work over Toal's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Yamamoto blocks an uppercut.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Yamamoto just misses with a elbow thrown towards Toal's brow.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Yamamoto just misses with a elbow thrown towards Toal's brow.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Toal is working for takedown but Yamamoto is calmly controlling the position for now.
Toal lands with a short shot to the head.
Nice body punch from Toal - that landed with a thud.
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yamamoto's elbow.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it misses.
Toal has Yamamoto pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Yamamoto manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Rogerio Yamamoto has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Keir Toal.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow over the top.#T2#
Yamamoto blocks an uppercut.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Toal avoids a wild elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Toal.
With the fighters up against the cage, Yamamoto throws an elbow but misses.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Yamamoto just misses with a elbow thrown towards Toal's brow.
Toal blocks an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
With the fighters up against the cage, Yamamoto throws an elbow but misses.
Toal lands a right hand that snaps the head of Yamamoto backwards.
Yamamoto pushes off an throws an elbow but Toal leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Yamamoto as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Toal tries to work over Yamamoto's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Toal misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yamamoto lands an elbow inside that Toal shrugs off. #T3#
Yamamoto is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Toal takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Toal has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Yamamoto avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Yamamoto misses with an elbow over the top.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow.
Yamamoto creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it misses.
Yamamoto blocks an uppercut.
Yamamoto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Keir Toal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toal blocks the elbow strike.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Yamamoto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Toal fails to land.
Toal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Toal wants a takedown.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Toal blocks an elbow strike.
Toal lands a body punch. #T4#
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Yamamoto blocks a body shot from Toal.
Toal misses with a short punch on the inside.
Yamamoto looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Toal takes an elbow to the forehead.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Yamamoto throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Yamamoto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Toal dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto can't find room to land a body shot as Toal controls the action.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow. #ROC#Toal is rocked!
Toal is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Toal is still on wobbly legs! Can Yamamoto finish him?
Nice elbow from Yamamoto.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Yamamoto just misses with a elbow thrown towards Toal's brow.
Toal prevents a body shot from Yamamoto.
Toal takes an elbow to the forehead.
Yamamoto comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Rogerio Yamamoto is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yamamoto's elbow.
Yamamoto lands an elbow just above Toal 's eye.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rogerio Yamamoto showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Yamamoto, 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rogerio Yamamoto!
An out of breath and clearly excited Rogerio Yamamoto thanked NARCOS for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Keir Toal was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK403-Ekouba - Dobrosavljevic
Date: May 18, 2024

#R1#
Toal cracks a nice hook into Alawi's ribs.
Toal ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#TD#
Alawi looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Toal holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Alawi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Toal knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Toal trying to control but Alawi postures up.
Toal told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Toal wants to improve his position but Alawi is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alawi seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Alawi is pressing down on Toal's thigh, looking to free his foot. Toal is holding on for now. #T1##SUB#
Alawi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Alawi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB#
Alawi is working for a kimura but Toal is defending it quite comfortably.
Toal is trying to control but can't. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Alawi is looking to advance position but Toal won't allow it. #SUB#
Alawi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Toal has managed to free his arm - good work.
Alawi is just content to waste time from the top position. Toal takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Alawi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Toal is trying to control the position but Alawi postures up.
Alawi slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Alawi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Keir Toal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alawi fails with a takedown attempt. #T3#
Toal doesn't manage to clinch there - Alawi circles away.
Alawi attempts a counter takedown but Toal avoids it well and moves away.
Alawi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Toal swivels and escapes.
Toal cracks a nice hook into Alawi's ribs.
Alawi goes for a double leg but Toal avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Toal continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tahboule Alawi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alawi can't get the takedown. #TD#
Alawi jumps into guard, dragging Toal to the mat.
Toal not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Toal trying to control the position from guard on top but Alawi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alawi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Toal controls the pace.
Alawi managing to control the position. #T4#
Toal looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Toal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Toal is fighting to break Alawi's control of his arms but Alawi is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Toal won't allow Alawi to sweep him here.
Toal's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal tries to clinch up#TD#
and Alawi counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Toal!
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 Tahboule Alawi will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Alawi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Toal is fending him off so far but Alawi persists. Nope, Toal circles away and we're back to standing.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alawi.
Nice body kick from Toal.
Toal darts in looking for a takedown but Alawi gets double underhooks and turns Toal into the cage.
Toal misses with a hook to the body #TD#
and Alawi counters with a single leg into guard. Toal didn't expect that.
Alawi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Toal swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Toal trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Alawi seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #T1#
Alawi advances position into side control!
Toal is not content to let Alawi control the position.
Toal tries to buck Alawi off but Alawi is having none of it.
Alawi trying to control the action but Toal is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Toal's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Alawi is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Alawi wants to control but Toal is keeping him busy.
Toal seems a little lost for a moment, as Alawi dominates the positioning.
Toal wants to control but Alawi postures up.
Alawi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Toal's legs.
Toal is not content to let Alawi control the position. #T3##REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Alawi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Toal. Alawi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Toal scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Toal cracks Alawi with a good jab.
Alawi shoots for a double leg takedown but Toal sprawls well. He's pushed Alawi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Toal misses with a hook.#T4#
Toal lands a jab to the head. #TD#
Alawi closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Toal's guard.

Toal is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Alawi goes for a takedown in the clinch but Toal prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tahboule Alawi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alawi has Toal pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Toal manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Alawi is trying to pull guard but Toal has him pressed against the cage.
Alawi is looking for a takedown.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Alawi tries to pull guard but Toal holds him up against the cage and eventually Alawi drops back down to his feet. #TD#
Alawi has hold of one of Toal's legs. Toal is fighting the takedown attempt but Alawi gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Toal looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Keir Toal will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Alawi shoots in but no luck this time.
Alawi with a poor takedown
and Toal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Toal can't find room to land a body shot as Alawi controls the action. #TD#
Alawi successfully pulls guard.
Alawi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Toal is one step ahead there.
Toal's corner is telling him to maintain position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alawi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Toal manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Alawi trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alawi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Toal swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Alawi is fighting to break Toal's control of his arms but Toal is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Alawi passes into half guard.
Alawi not doing much here.
Alawi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Toal does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Toal keeps control of the position for the meantime.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alawi perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Tahboule Alawi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Alawi is looking to take a break and control but Toal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Toal connects with a looping right hand.
Toal lands a nice looking body shot.
Toal misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Alawi will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tahboule Alawi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Alawi shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side.
Alawi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Alawi looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Alawi misses with a takedown attempt - Toal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Toal looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Toal keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Alawi.
Alawi shoots in for a takedown but Toal shows good takedown defense.
Toal misses with a right hand
and Alawi counters with a straight right hand.
Toal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Alawi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Toal misses with a body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Toal 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 28:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 28:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!
A very excited looking Keir Toal 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: OFK 392 - Kangee Vs Gomez
Date: Apr 07, 2024

Keir Toal really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 148.6, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Rocco Damato was cancelled.

Event: OFK 386 - Drop Vs Mad Onion
Date: Mar 17, 2024

#R1#
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Toal as Happy shoots in.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal throws a body shot but no joy.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Toal avoids it well and moves away.
Toal throws a poor cross that misses #TD#
and Happy counters with a nice double leg into side control. Toal won't be happy with that.

Toal throws Happy to one side and escapes!
Happy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head kick from Happy lands but Toal takes it in his stride.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Happy shoots in for a double leg but Toal sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Happy sets himself, and Toal steps forward looking for the clinch! Happy avoids it this time.
Happy lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
Toal slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Happy closes the distance and clinches up with Toal, looking for a takedown. Happy pushes Toal against the cage but Toal circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Toal throws a fast counter high kick but Happy manages to duck under it in time.
Toal connects with a body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Toal takes a swing at Happy's ribcage but misses.
Toal displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Toal shows good takedown defense.
A telegraphed right hand from Toal misses the target.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Happy lands with a kick to the temple. Toal shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #T2#
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Toal throws a leg kick but Happy moved away.
Happy throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Toal sprawls well. Toal wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Happy gets slowly back to his feet.
Toal is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Happy with a body shot.
Happy swings for the body but Toal moves out of range.
Toal looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Happy is fending him off so far but Toal persists. Nope, Happy circles away and we're back to standing.
Toal ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Happy misses the jab.#TD#
Happy shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Toal's guard.
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!
Happy showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Happy trying to control but Toal is working from the bottom.
Happy throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Toal works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Happy trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Happy lands a couple of elbows.
Happy is working Toal over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Happy trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Toal is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
Happy advances to half guard. #T4##SUB#
Happy is looking for a kimura but Toal is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Happy to get the leverage.
Happy sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Toal defending well though.
Happy trying to control from Toal's half guard. Toal has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Toal is trying to control the position but Happy postures up.
Happy missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Happy throws an elbow that misses. Toal uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Happy's guard. Nice move by Toal!#REVB#
Toal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Happy has his foot on Toal's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Toal works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Toal defends it easily.
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 Anti Happy will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##TD2#
Toal shoots in and bounces Happy off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Toal pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Happy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Toal can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Happy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Toal defends it easily.#T1#
Toal trying to control but Happy is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Happy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Toal is aware though and is defending well.
Toal controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Toal trying to control but Happy is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Happy not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Happy has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle here but Toal uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Happy tries to improve position but can't.
Toal tries to advance to mount but can't.
Happy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily.
Happy missing with punches from the bottom. #T3#
Happy trying to hold on to Toal's head to control him but Toal postures up.
Toal prevents Happy from improving his position.#SUB#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Toal is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Happy shoots in and drives through. Toal sprawls well.
No luck for Happy with that takedown attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Toal looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Happy is fending him off so far but Toal persists. Nope, Happy circles away and we're back to standing.
Keir Toal seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Toal misses with a jab to the body #TD#
and Happy counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Toal has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Happy is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Happy wants to take a breather but Toal is having none of it.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Toal keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Anti Happy 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Toal changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Happy looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Happy is working hard here to advance position.
Toal staying calm.
Happy is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy struggling a bit here.
Toal has knee on belly and moves into mount. #T1#
Happy is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Happy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Toal working Happy over with strikes here.
Toal trying to control but Happy is having none of it.
Happy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Toal landing strikes, looking to finish!
Toal looking to control but Happy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
Toal tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Happy regains half guard.
Toal is trying to control the action in half guard but Happy is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from Toal there.
Toal is just content to waste time from the top position. Happy takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB#
Happy is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #T3##SUB#
Happy has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Toal is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Happy.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Happy looking for a sweep but Toal has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Toal postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Happy looks a forlorn figure.
Keir Toal has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Happy is trying to escape the mount.
Toal trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Toal looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Toal prevents Happy from getting the reversal.
Happy in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Anti Happy is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Happy wants to control but Toal is having none of it.
Toal controlling the position easily from mount.
Toal lands a heavy elbow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal with a couple of short strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Happy 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: OFK 379 -
Date: Feb 24, 2024

#R1#
Toal takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Toal wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Toal lands with an uppercut that bounces Jaroslav off the cage and back into range.
Jaroslav lands a really nice looking cross but Toal seems unphased. #TD#
Jaroslav gets caught flat footed, as Toal shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Jaroslav keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Jaroslav wants to stand but Toal is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Toal working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T1#
Toal looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jaroslav working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Toal.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Toal is in close to Jaroslav's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Jaroslav wants to stand and escape but Toal is having none of it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Toal sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Jaroslav throws a sloppy head kick and Toal moves out of range easily. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
A nice leg kick from Jaroslav, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jaroslav takes a swing at Toal's ribcage but misses.
Nice body kick from Toal.
Toal takes a swing at Jaroslav's ribcage but misses.
Jaroslav tries a head kick but it misses.
Jaroslav tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Felix Jaroslav is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toal takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jaroslav lands a glancing blow to the side of Toal's head.#TD#
Jaroslav gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Toal to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Toal looking to pass the guard.
Jaroslav being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Jaroslav wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Toal manages to pass to side control.
Toal content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jaroslav is looking to escape.
Toal content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Toal prevents Jaroslav from standing back up.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Toal lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jaroslav is looking to escape.
Toal is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Toal takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've been hearing that Toal has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Jaroslav is trying to stand back up but Toal is controlling him
Toal is controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Jaroslav fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jaroslav connects with a crisp jab.
Jaroslav gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Toal throws a shot to the body.
Toal is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A low kick from Jaroslav is predictable there
and Toal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jaroslav swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It looked like Toal was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jaroslav.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Jaroslav walks into a jab.
Jaroslav defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Toal.
Toal checks the leg kick.
Jaroslav throws a wild body kick that Toal sees coming a mile off.
Toal throws a wild body kick that Jaroslav sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Jaroslav tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jaroslav throws a hook to the side of Toal's head but Toal sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Toal appears to be looking for a big counter.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A lazy body kick from Jaroslav #TD#
and Toal counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #ES2#
Jaroslav pushes Toal off and scrambles back to his feet.
Jaroslav misses with a kick to the body.
Jaroslav misses with a leg kick.
Jaroslav misses with a kick to the body.
Jaroslav scores with a shot to the body.
Toal avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jaroslav throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Toal misses with a straight left.
Jaroslav ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Toal moves away.
Toal attempts a counter takedown but Jaroslav avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Jaroslav throws a body kick that misses.
Toal connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Toal lands a slapping body shot.
Toal is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jaroslav sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jaroslav throws a body kick that misses.
It looked like Toal was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD#
and Toal decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Jaroslav's guard.
Toal is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Toal won't allow Jaroslav to get back to his feet.
Jaroslav can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Toal controls the pace.
Jaroslav wants to stand but Toal is controlling the position. #T3#
Toal is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Toal works a leg free and moves into half guard. #ES2#
Jaroslav makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Jaroslav leaves Toal with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Keir Toal. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick #TD#
and Toal counters with a nice double leg into guard.

Jaroslav manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Felix Jaroslav is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jaroslav scores with a spinning back kick!
Jaroslav misses with a straight right.
Jaroslav finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jaroslav. Toal does a little dance to reset his feet.
Toal quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Toal bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jaroslav's head backwards.
Jaroslav throws a push kick but Toal slaps the foot to one side.
Toal moves out of range of the body kick.
Jaroslav looks to throw the jab but Toal is out of range.
Jaroslav connects with an inside leg kick.
Toal with a hook.
Toal fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jaroslav avoids it really well and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felix Jaroslav showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! 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#
Toal throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jaroslav stuffs the takedown attempt from Toal. Toal gets slowly back to his feet.
Jaroslav blocks a low kick nicely.
Jaroslav walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Toal checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jaroslav thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jaroslav misses with a low kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Toal. That snapped Jaroslav's head back.
Jaroslav misses with a jab, cross combination.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jaroslav attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Jaroslav moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal avoids the body shot from Jaroslav.
Toal bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Toal takes one on the button.
Jaroslav throws a head kick but Toal moves out of range.
Jaroslav misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #T1#
Toal misses with a straight left. #TD#
Toal closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Toal lands in his opponent's guard.
Toal showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Toal won't allow Jaroslav to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Jaroslav has his feet on Toal's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Jaroslav keeps the fight on the outside.
Jaroslav wants to land a leg kick but Toal is out of range. #T2#
Jaroslav fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Toal moves out of range as Jaroslav throws a body kick.
A lazy body kick from Jaroslav
enabling Toal to counter with a crisp jab.
Jaroslav throws a hook to the side of Toal's head but Toal sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Toal avoids a kick to the body.
Jaroslav throws a leg kick which misses Toal's front leg but catches the back leg as Toal tries to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jaroslav connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jaroslav fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Toal is out of range.
Toal tests Jaroslav's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Toal swats away the attempt to clinch by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Toal is defended easily by Jaroslav.#T3#
Jaroslav throws a leg kick
and Toal counters with a nice uppercut.
Toal darts in looking for a takedown but Jaroslav gets double underhooks and turns Toal into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Keir Toal. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal tries to throw a body punch but Jaroslav avoids it by throwing Toal back against the cage.
Jaroslav is trying to break free.
Toal pushes Jaroslav back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Toal.
Jaroslav is trying to push Toal away but Toal has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Jaroslav tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Toal's elbow.
Jaroslav tries to work over Toal's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Jaroslav tries to throw a body punch but Toal avoids it by throwing Jaroslav back against the cage.
Nice body punch from Toal - that landed with a thud.
Jaroslav goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Toal presses Jaroslav against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jaroslav is working Toal over against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Toal scores with a nice short uppercut.#T4#
Jaroslav tries to break free but Toal pushes him back against the cage.
Jaroslav presses Toal against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Jaroslav tries to work over Toal's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A shot in the inside from Jaroslav. #BC2#
Jaroslav's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Toal blocks a leg kick.
Toal misses the jab.
Toal shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jaroslav defends it nicely.
Jaroslav is looking to score with low kicks.
Toal half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A jab from Toal misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - Jaroslav looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Toal throws a wild combination but nothing lands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Felix Jaroslav comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Jaroslav 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 Wagner Zegers scores the fight 28:29
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 28:29
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Felix Jaroslav!
Felix Jaroslav really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Stoner's Killer Apparel logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
Keir Toal spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 367 - Johnson vs Cruzeiro
Date: Jan 13, 2024

Keir Toal really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 148.2, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Dwalin Broadaxe was cancelled.

Event: OFK 357 - Garrincha Vs Wulf
Date: Dec 09, 2023

#R1#
Nice body punch from Toal.
Toal thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL2#
Toal moves into the clinch.
Toal misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Toal lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Happy backwards. #TD#
Happy jumps guard and drags Toal to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Happy looking for a guillotine here but Toal defends easily. #SUB#
Toal avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Happy has an active guard here but Toal has managed to pass into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy wants to improve his position but Toal is controlling well.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#T1##SUB#
Happy actively working from the bottom here.
Happy tries to roll over but Toal keeps him under control.
Toal thows a huge punch but Happy dodges it nicely. #SUB#
Happy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Still in half guard, Toal seems content to control.
Happy moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Toal lands a couple of digs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Toal wants to control from the top but Happy keeps moving. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Happy has momentary wrist control but Toal slips an elbow through the middle.
Happy keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Toal looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle but Toal pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Happy looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Toal has picked Happy up and slammed him! Happy can't keep hold of the triangle and Toal manages to pass to side control!
Happy is looking to regain half guard here but Toal keeps moving and retains side control.
Happy taking punishment in the form of punches. #T3#
Happy trying his best to control but Toal has mounted him.
Toal wants to control the pace but Happy is squirming around nicely.
Happy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Toal controlling his opponent.
Toal can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Happy is looking to escape.
Happy is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Happy wants to hold on but Toal pushes him away.#T4#
Happy sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Toal is keen to just control but Happy is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions off his back.
Happy moves into full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Toal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Happy has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Toal has managed to get both his arms back between Happy's legs - danger averted.
Toal trying to control the position from guard on top but Happy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Happy is defended easily by Toal.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Toal! But no joy.
Happy takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Toal leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Happy fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal misses with a hook.
Happy tries a head kick but it misses.
A shot to the liver by Happy. Beautiful body shot.
Happy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.#T1#
Toal throws a hook but Happy blocks it.
Happy changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Toal tries to avoid it but Happy manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Toal to the ground. Toal escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Toal doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Happy tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Toal defends well and Happy ends up having to push Toal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Toal.
Toal is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Toal prevents a takedown attempt there.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Toal throws a punch but it's blocked by Happy.
Happy fails to pull guard.
Toal stops a takedown attempt from Happy.
Toal scores with a shot to the side of Happy's head. #TD#
Happy is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Toal can't fight it off and eventually Happy manages to take the fight to the floor. Toal looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB#
Happy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Toal manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Happy has Toal in his guard.#REVB##T2#
Toal is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Happy trying to control the position.
Toal working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Happy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Toal sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3##SUB#
Happy is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Toal wants to control from the top but Happy keeps moving.
Toal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Happy swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Happy working for submissions but it's allowed Toal to get to half guard. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Toal takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Toal prevents Happy from improving his position.
Toal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Toal is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Happy tries to get to full guard but Toal has control of the leg. #SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Toal pulls his head out easily.
Toal not doing much here.
Happy wants to improve his position but Toal is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal wants to lay and pray for a moment but Happy keeps working.
Toal working Happy over with strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Happy throws a big shot that misses.
Toal throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Happy counters with a takedown into side control.

Toal sneaks out the side door and pushes Happy away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Toal avoids it really well and circles away.
Toal lands a slapping body shot.
Happy blocks a leg kick.
Toal tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Happy paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Toal leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Happy shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Toal shoots in but no luck this time.
Toal fails with an attempt to clinch.
Happy on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Toal lands with a slapping head kick.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Happy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Toal sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Happy somewhat.
Toal looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Toal displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy.
Happy with a nice cross.
Nice takedown defense from Toal. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy misses with a jab to the body
enabling Toal to counter with a crisp jab.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Toal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Toal bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Happy's head backwards.
Keir Toal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toal swings for the body but Happy moves out of range.
Toal throws a body punch but Happy moves out of range.
Toal pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Happy looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Toal is fending him off so far but Happy persists. Nope, Toal circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy takes a swing at Toal's ribcage but misses.
Toal avoids the head kick by Happy.
Toal looks to land a left hand but Happy moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - Toal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Toal throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Toal looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
Happy misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Happy walks into a straight right hand from Toal.
Happy staying out of range there.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Happy was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.
Happy throws a series of strikes that have Toal backpedaling.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Happy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Toal 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 27:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: OFK 353 -
Date: Nov 25, 2023

#R1#
Plugger looks to throw a body kick
and Toal counters with a nice uppercut.
Toal throws the left hand but Plugger avoids the punch easily.
Toal throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Plugger sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Plugger looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Crunch! Plugger slams his shin into Toal's torso.
Toal lands with a slapping head kick.
Plugger throws a lazy right hand but Toal sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Toal seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Plugger takes a swing at Toal's ribcage but misses.
Toal is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A leg kick checked by Toal.
Toal misses with the combination.
Plugger misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Plugger finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Toal throws a head kick but Plugger moves out of range.
Plugger throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #CL#
and Toal counters by moving into the clinch.
Plugger tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Toal smiles and moves away. #T1#
Plugger throws a solid leg kick but Toal takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Plugger.
Toal appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Toal is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Toal misses with a body kick.
Plugger misses with the body kick
and Toal cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Plugger lands a glancing blow to the side of Toal's head.
Plugger wants to slow Toal down by chopping away at his legs.
A little feinted left hand from Toal on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Toal throws a series of punches but Plugger moves out of range.
Plugger throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
An attempted straight right counter from Toal misses the target.#TD#
Toal shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Toal has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Plugger to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Toal is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Plugger pulls down on the head and he's put Toal to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Pull Plugger!
The defeated Keir Toal had this to say: 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 349 - Nik Vs Jam
Date: Nov 11, 2023

#R1#
Toal misses with a looping right.
Toal misses with an attempted mid kick.
Beckley slips a jab from Toal.
Toal blocks the body kick.
Toal on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Toal circles away from the clinch attempt.
Toal misses with a jab, cross combination.
Beckley cracks Toal with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Toal tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Beckley pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Toal is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Benson Beckley!
The defeated Keir Toal had this to say: 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 341 - Escalante Vs Bizih
Date: Oct 14, 2023

#R1##CL#
Toal moves into the clinch successfully.
Toal lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Damato.
Nice body punch from Toal.
Damato blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Toal lands a left hand.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Toal tries to throw a body punch but Damato avoids it by throwing Toal back against the cage.
Toal is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Damato is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Damatos head. #TD2#
Damato manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Damato working a defensive guard here.
Our spies down at at Tappelukerho inform us that Damato has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Toal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Toal loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Damato controls Toal momentarily but Toal frees himself.
Toal postures up and lands a big shot to Damato's brow.
Toal is stalling in the full guard.
Damato keeping full guard, as Toal tries to pass.
Damato looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Damato is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Toal lands a nice hook to Damato's body. Damato takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Damato. #TD#
Damato tries to sprawl but Toal drives through with a takedown into half guard.

Damato has one foot on Toal's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Toal throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Damato counters with a nice uppercut. #TD#
Toal feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Damato controls Toal momentarily but Toal frees himself. #T3#
Damato can't keep his opponent in guard - Toal advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Well, if Toal is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Damato is trying to control but can't.
Damato is trying to get back to full guard.
Toal trying to control the pace. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Damato is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Toal scores with a couple of nice shots.
Toal not doing much here.
Damato wants to control but Toal is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Still in half guard, Toal seems content to control.
Toal is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Damato takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd cheers as Toal lands an impressive looking overhand right. Damato doesn't seem phased though.#CL#
Toal closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Toal has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Damato regains guard immediately.

Damato scrambles and gets back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Damato can do to turn this around?
Damato showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Toal.
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!
Damato takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
Toal misses with a body shot
and Toal takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Toal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Damato takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Toal fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Damato drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Toal defends it well.
Keir Toal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toal throws a looping overhand right but Damato ducks down to avoid it.
Toal lands a nice shot that snaps Damato's head back.
Toal swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Damato looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Toal motions for Damato to come forward. Toal throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Toal forces Damato back against the cage and clinches.
Damato jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Toal walks away with a smile on his face. Damato gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Toal keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Toal scores with a jab to the head. #TD#
Damato gets caught flat footed, as Toal shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Damato is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Damato has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Toal after a bit of a struggle. #T3##TD#
Toal works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Toal is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T4#
Damato controlling the position.#SUB2#
Damato throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've been hearing that Toal has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Damato tries to land a sweep but no joy. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Damato uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Toal.
Toal stalks Damato and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Damato's face. Damato staggers backwards, shaken.#TD#
Toal gets a double leg takedown into Damato's guard.
Toal is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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#
Toal is trying hard to land a takedown here. Damato sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Toal sets himself, and Damato steps forward looking for the clinch! Toal avoids it this time.
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Damato was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.
Toal sets himself, and Damato steps forward looking for the clinch! Toal avoids it this time.
Toal 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.
Damato moves into range and connects with a jab.
Toal just misses with a punch to the body.
Damato is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Toal scores with a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Toal.
A solid body kick from Toal.
Damato keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #T1#
Toal swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Damato darts in looking for a takedown but Toal gets double underhooks and turns Damato into the cage.
A head kick by Toal misses #CL2#
and Damato counters by moving into the clinch.
Toal misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Toal misses with a hook from the clinch.
Toal has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Damato avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Toal lands with a light punch inside.
Damato is trying to pull guard but Toal turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Toal tries to work over Damato's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Damato blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Damato's elbow.
A short right from Toal on the inside.
Toal lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Toal throws a head punch that misses.
Damato blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Toal lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Good body shot from Toal.
Toal lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Toal misses with a body punch.
Toal lands with a left to the head.
Damato tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Keir Toal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rocco Damato.
Toal lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Damato tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Toal smiles and moves away.
Keir Toal is winning the standup battle so far.
Damato checks a leg kick nicely.#T4#
Toal bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Damato's head backwards.
Donk. Toal catches Damato right on the button with a cross.
Good standup being displayed there by Toal as he connects with a hook.
Toal misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Damato appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Toal throws a body punch but Damato moves out of range.
Damato swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Damato swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rocco Damato has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toal lands a nice shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Toal 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 Patrick Alders scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!
A very excited looking Keir Toal 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: OFK 335 - Ninja Vs Brown
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Toal darts in and clinches Broadaxe up against the cage.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Broadaxe is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Toal gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Broadaxe tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Toal fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Broadaxe jumps guard but Toal stands there with Broadaxe around his waist. Broadaxe gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dwalin Broadaxe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Broadaxe is working for takedown but Toal is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD#
Broadaxe decides to pull guard.
Toal wants to control from the top but Broadaxe keeps moving.
Toal sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Toal stands up over Broadaxe, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Broadaxe might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Broadaxe wants to sweep here but Toal controlling him for the moment.
Toal trying to control the position from guard on top but Broadaxe is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Toal chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Broadaxe working for a triangle but Toal defends it easily.
Toal stays in close to Broadaxe's body and controls the position. #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.
Broadaxe keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Broadaxe has momentary wrist control but Toal slips an elbow through the middle.
Toal content to stall in guard here. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Toal moves into the clinch successfully.
A right handed body shot lands from Toal.
Toal tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Broadaxe displaying some good clinch control by pressing Toal up against the cage.#T3#
A bit of stalling here from Broadaxe.
A short right from Toal on the inside.
A short uppercut from Toal.
Toal tries a body shot but Broadaxe blocks it.
Broadaxe is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Toal pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Toal wants a takedown but no success here.
Broadaxe will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Toal up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Toal.
Toal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Toal lands a shoulder strike. #TD2#
Toal has clasped his hands together around Broadaxe's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. #T4#
Toal is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Broadaxe will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Broadaxe can't do much from the bottom here.
Broadaxe tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal trying to control the action but Broadaxe is working from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL#
Broadaxe clinches up against the cage.
Toal working aggressively here.
Broadaxe wants to take the fight to the mat but Toal manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Broadaxe looking for a takedown.
Toal misses with a body punch. #TD#
Broadaxe pulls guard successfully.
Toal sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal landing with the ground and pound.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Broadaxe avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1#
Broadaxe being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Broadaxe looking for a guillotine here but Toal defends easily.
Toal is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Toal is on the wrong end of a couple of strikes there.
Toal trying to control but Broadaxe is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL#
Broadaxe clinches with his opponent.
Toal struggles to land a body shot inside as Broadaxe controls his hands.
Toal drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Broadaxe gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Toal prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dwalin Broadaxe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Broadaxe is looking for a takedown.
Toal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Broadaxe's elbow.
Toal has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Broadaxe after a bit of a struggle.
Broadaxe looking for a takedown.
Broadaxe tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Toal just stands there and leans against the cage.
Broadaxe is trying to pull guard but Toal turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Broadaxe is trying to pull guard but Toal turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Toal tries to throw a body punch but Broadaxe avoids it by throwing Toal back against the cage.
Broadaxe tries to pull guard but Toal holds him up against the cage and eventually Broadaxe drops back down to his feet.
Toal prevents the takedown attempt.
Toal lands a body punch in the clinch.
Toal prevents the takedown attempt.
Keir Toal seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Broadaxe's elbow.
Broadaxe drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Toal is pressed up against the cage. Broadaxe has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Toal down to the mat. Toal avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T4#
Toal just misses with a punch to the body.
Toal lands a nice shot to the body.
Toal lands with an uppercut that bounces Broadaxe off the cage and back into range.#CL2#
Toal pushes Broadaxe up against the cage in a clinch.
Toal can't find room to land a body shot as Broadaxe controls the action.
Broadaxe is looking for a takedown.
Toal lands a shoulder strike.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee is keeping an eye on Broadaxe - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Toal scores with a shot to the side of Broadaxe's head.
Toal tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Broadaxe manages to avoid it.
Toal throws a combination. Broadaxe tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Toal throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Broadaxe drops down looking for a counter takedown but Toal sprawls and moves away.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Broadaxe is just out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Broadaxe is defended easily by Toal.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Broadaxe goes for a takedown in the clinch but Toal prevents it. #T1#
Broadaxe blocking some punches.
Toal has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Broadaxe avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#TD#
Broadaxe pulls guard effortlessly.
Toal works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Keir Toal has got the better of the ground game so far.
Toal is looking to take a break and control but Broadaxe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Toal is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Broadaxe tries to roll over but Toal keeps him under control.
Dwalin Broadaxe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Broadaxe taking some punishment here, with Toal in his half guard.
Broadaxe is looking to improve his position.
Broadaxe slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Toal trying to control but Broadaxe is working from the bottom.
Toal with a flurry of punches that miss.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Broadaxe wants to sweep here but Toal controlling him for the moment.
Broadaxe tries to strike from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice uppercut there from Toal.
A left lands for Toal.
Toal misses with a takedown attempt - Broadaxe sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Broadaxe.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dwalin Broadaxe. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Toal has taken the fight to the clinch. #T4#
Broadaxe wants a takedown.
Broadaxe is looking for a takedown.
Broadaxe is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Toal is defending well for now.
Broadaxe tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Toal avoids it.
Broadaxe looking for a takedown.
Toal lands a body shot.
Toal gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Broadaxe.
Broadaxe prevents a takedown attempt there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Broadaxe wants a takedown.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Toal 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!
A very excited looking Keir Toal 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: OFK 329 - Dinapoli Vs Naulakko
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Toal closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Plugger did well to prevent Toal getting side control.
Plugger wants to get back to full guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Toal wants to take a breather but Plugger is having none of it.
Plugger tries to get to full guard but Toal has control of the leg.
Plugger is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at London MMA Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Toal scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Plugger is looking to control Toal's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Plugger avoid being mounted?
Nice strikes from Toal there.
Plugger has hold of Toal's hands but Toal slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Toal perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Plugger regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Toal. #SUB#
Plugger had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Toal defends it easily.
Plugger looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T1#
Toal works over Plugger with some ground and pound from guard.
Toal is stalling in the full guard.
Plugger wants to sweep but no luck.
Plugger working a defensive guard here.
Plugger pulls Toal in close to his closed guard and prevents Toal from doing any damage or advancing position.
Plugger wants to control the position but Toal says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Plugger might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Plugger looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Plugger is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Plugger manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Toal controlling from the top position.
Toal keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Plugger's head.
Plugger keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Plugger wants to improve his position but instead Toal has moved into half guard.
Plugger wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Toal is nestled in close to Plugger, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Plugger is pressing down on Toal's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Toal trying to control the position from guard on top but Plugger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Plugger has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Toal trying to control the position from guard on top but Plugger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Toal tries to free his leg and advance position but Plugger is retaining full guard.
Toal is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Toal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Plugger escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Toal gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Plugger not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Toal is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Plugger working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Toal looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal chips away with some ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Toal lands a nice shot that snaps Plugger's head back.
Plugger wants to land a leg kick but Toal is out of range.
Plugger is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Toal.
Toal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Plugger.
Toal punishes Plugger's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Toal has closed the distance and engaged Plugger in a clinch.
Toal goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Plugger takes a shot to the head.
Plugger is trying to drag Toal to the mat but Toal just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Plugger tries to pull guard but Toal won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Toal has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Plugger clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Plugger tries to roll but Toal sticks to his back. #T1#
Plugger trying to control the action but Toal just sinks the hooks in.
Toal controlling the position well here. Plugger rolled but Toal kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Plugger looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Toal is hanging on to Plugger's back as he tries to escape.
Plugger rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Plugger looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Plugger is looking for a sweep. Toal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Toal trying to control from half guard but Plugger is working away.
Plugger tries to roll over but Toal keeps him under control.
Plugger connecting with a few gentle strikes.
Plugger wants to get back to full guard.
Toal is taking a breather. Plugger 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.
Plugger is trying to control but can't.
Plugger is staying active underneath Toal, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T3#
Toal seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Toal's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Plugger is trying to get back to full guard.
Toal trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Plugger misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Toal.
Plugger swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Toal finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Nice body punch from Toal.
A jab from Plugger misses. #T4#
Plugger tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Toal pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Plugger moves forwards but Toal connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A punch combination from Toal misses.
Plugger moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Toal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Plugger.
Toal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Toal throws a quick inside leg kick.
A low kick from Plugger misses #TD2#
and Toal counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
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!
Toal trying to control but Plugger is working from the bottom.
Plugger controls Toal momentarily but Toal frees himself.
Plugger pulls Toal in close to prevent any damage.
Toal slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Toal takes a swing at Plugger's ribcage but misses.
Plugger tries to land a leg kick but Toal saw it coming and moves away.
Toal tries to counter by closing the distance.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Toal enables Plugger to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Toal manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Plugger stopping the sweep attempt from Toal.
Plugger pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Toal is keeping the position for now.
Plugger trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Plugger missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Toal keeping moving, preventing Plugger from controlling successfully. #T1##REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Toal throws a head kick that misses.
Toal connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Plugger throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Plugger throws a series of punches but Toal moves out of range.
Toal throws a jab when Plugger was well out of range.
Toal with a nice cross.
Plugger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Toal moves away.
Toal appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Toal cracks Plugger with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Plugger.
Toal fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Toal is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Toal takes a swing at Plugger's ribcage but misses.
Plugger half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Plugger misses with a jab to the body #TD2#
and Toal counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Toal. #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!
Plugger looking for a sweep. Not yet Plugger, not yet. #SUB#
Plugger working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Toal seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Plugger looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Plugger is trying to keep Toal in close.
Plugger trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Toal is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Plugger looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Toal seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Plugger looking for a guillotine here but Toal defends easily.
Toal slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Plugger is on top in guard. #REVR#
Toal keeping moving, preventing Plugger from controlling successfully.
Toal is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Plugger wants to improve his position but Toal is controlling well.
Plugger moves into full guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Keir Toal.
Well Toal 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: OFK 324 - Nik Vs Jankovic
Date: Aug 13, 2023

#R1#
A combination from Mangold does no damage.
Toal doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Mangold moves away from the strike by Toal.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Mangold is just out of range.
Mangold throws a hook to the side of Toal's head but Toal sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Toal stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mangold.
Toal misses the jab.
Mangold throws a poor cross that misses
and Toal counters with a nice uppercut.
Mangold lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Mangold staying out of range there.
Toal scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal moves out of range of the body kick from Mangold.
Toal throws out a counter right but Mangold avoids it with no problem.
A low kick from Mangold misses
and Toal counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Mangold manages to avoid it.
Toal swings widly with a right hand
and Mangold counters with a big right hand! Oh Toal is in trouble here! Mangold follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chest Mangold!
After winning the bout, Chest Mangold thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Keir Toal was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 320 - Garrincha Vs Craven
Date: Jul 30, 2023

Keir Toal had a terrible time trying to make weight. After initially coming in at 148.2, he had two hours to make the official fight weight. Stepping on the scales for a second time, he still failed to make the required weight and after much deliberation, his fight with Mono Loco was cancelled.

Event: OFK 312 - Craven Vs Alcala
Date: Jul 02, 2023

#R1#
Jaroslav looks to land a right hand but Toal moved out of range.
Jaroslav lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Toal connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Jaroslav pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jaroslav lands a lovely overhand right.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Toal with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Jaroslav is looking to land body kicks.
Jaroslav lands with a nice body kick.
Jaroslav takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jaroslav misses with a hook.
Jaroslav lands with a slapping head kick. #ROC#Toal is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Jaroslav moves into the clinch successfully.
Toal is still on wobbly legs! Can Jaroslav finish him?
Toal blocks a body shot from Jaroslav.
Toal works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav lands a body shot. #BC#
Jaroslav breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Toal takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Jaroslav takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #T1#
Jaroslav thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Toal if he has to take too many more of those.
Jaroslav will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Toal seems to have recovered his senses.
Toal misses with a straight left.
Jaroslav feints and then cracks Toal's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Toal down.
Jaroslav takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jaroslav was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.
Jaroslav throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Jaroslav, as that shot connected.
Jaroslav throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Toal counter with a right hand.
Toal thows a leg kick but Jaroslav checks it
and Jaroslav counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Toal looks winded!
A head kick misses from Jaroslav.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toal takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Toal moves out of range as Jaroslav throws a body kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Toal misses with a hook
and Jaroslav counters with a nice body kick.
Toal takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T2#
Jaroslav throws a right hand that misses
and Toal counters with a straight right hand.
Jaroslav misses with an attempted mid kick.
Jaroslav scores with a hook to the body. Toal takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Jaroslav misses with a wild combination. #TD2#
Toal drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.

Jaroslav explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Jaroslav takes a swing at Toal's ribcage but misses.
Jaroslav tries to land a front kick but Toal steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Toal turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Toal shoots in looking for a takedown. Jaroslav tries to sprawl out of it but Toal keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jaroslav manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
Toal walks into a jab.
Jaroslav fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Jaroslav throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jaroslav sets himself, and Toal steps forward looking for the clinch! Jaroslav avoids it this time.
Jaroslav throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Toal appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Toal has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav misses the shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Jaroslav misses the target.
Toal looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jaroslav wants to clinch up but Toal keeps it at a distance.
Toal avoids a kick to the body.
Toal tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jaroslav swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Jaroslav feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Jaroslav pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Jaroslav misses with a body shot.
Toal throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.#T4#
Toal 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.
Toal tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jaroslav's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Toal connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Jaroslav scrambles back to his feet.
Felix Jaroslav is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A jab from Jaroslav finds it's way through Toal's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A good leg kick by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Some wild striking there from Jaroslav.
A lazy left from Jaroslav finds it's target.
A jab from Jaroslav misses.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Toal misses the jab.
Jaroslav was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Jaroslav was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.
Jaroslav tries to counter by clinching up but Toal breaks away and moves out of range.
Jaroslav walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Toal checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Jaroslav lands a brutal head kick. Toal looks out on his feet and Jaroslav throws more strikes until the ref is forced to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick and Punches). Felix Jaroslav!
Felix Jaroslav managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Stoner's Killer Apparel, into his post fight interview.
Keir Toal was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 307 - Craven Vs Garrincha
Date: Jun 17, 2023

#R1#
Toal throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Toal throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Hiro misses with a body shot.
Hiro takes one on the button.
Hiro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Toal shoots in for a takedown but Hiro shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Hiro is looking to counter punch.
Toal defending well as Hiro loads up on a big left hand.
Hiro loads up on a big right hand but Toal slips the punch.
Toal lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Toal moves out of range as Hiro strikes.
Toal blocks a head kick by Hiro.
We've been told by Hiro's head coaches at Certiï¬ed Cave Gang that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Toal shoots in looking for a takedown but Hiro manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Toal's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Hiro swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Toal stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Hiro.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hiro scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#T1#
Toal takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Toal misses with a leg kick
and Hiro counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Toal looks up at the clock. Bad move! Hiro lands a right hand from hell, dropping Toal. Hiro pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kuromiya Hiro!
An out of breath and clearly excited Kuromiya Hiro thanked Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
In defeat, Keir Toal stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 299 - Chambers Vs Cooper
Date: May 20, 2023

#R1#
Storm lands a nice hook to Toal's body. Toal takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice sprawl there from Storm as Toal shoots in.
Toal uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Storm.
Storm connects with a solid leg kick.
Storm moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Toal throws a predictable looking body shot
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Storm lands with an overhand left.
Storm lands a right hook to the body.
That kick from Toal tenderised Storm's leg. Storm is trying to keep his angry face on.
Toal gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Storm counters with a left to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Storm.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Toal avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Storm misses with a low kick.
Storm throws a nice outside leg kick.
Storm throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T1#
Storm swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lincoln Storm is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Storm connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A chopping leg kick lands by Storm.
Storm avoids the body shot from Toal.
Storm fires out a quick counter leg kick but Toal just manages to avoid it.
Toal throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Storm 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.
Storm's jab looks to have found its range, popping Toal under the eye.
Storm connects with a body shot that sends Toal's belly button to the back.
Storm punishes Toal's body with a nice straight punch.
Toal takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Toal has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Storm.
Toal throws a leg kick
and Storm counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Storm scores with a shot to the body.
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!
Toal walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#T2#
Toal tries to clinch there but Storm circles away.
Storm scores with a body shot.
Toal looks winded!
Jab by Storm.#ROC#Toal is rocked!
Storm turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Toal is still on wobbly legs! Can Storm finish him?
Toal throws a lazy uppercut
and Storm counters with a crisp right that sends Toal to the canvas! Storm follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lincoln Storm!
Our winner, Lincoln Storm, 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.
Keir Toal spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 296 - Marek Vs Do Urden
Date: May 07, 2023

Keir Toal really struggled with his weight cut for this fight. After coming in at 148.1, he had two hours to cut the additional weight. He was unable to do so and as a result, his fight with Lincoln Storm was cancelled.

Event: OFK 291 - Chika Vs Goodman
Date: Apr 22, 2023

#R1#
Toal scores with a hook to the body. Koererlaerer takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Koererlaerer shoots in but no luck this time.
Koererlaerer scores with a nice head shot.
Koererlaerer fails with a takedown attempt.
Toal looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Koererlaerer throws a body punch but Toal moves out of range.
Toal throws a right and a left that both miss.#TD#
Koererlaerer gets caught flat footed, as Toal shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Koererlaerer wants to stand and escape but Toal is having none of it.
Koererlaerer looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Koererlaerer wants to get back to his feet but Toal is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Koererlaerer pulls Toal in to control the position.
Toal showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Koererlaerer is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T1#
Toal trying to control but Koererlaerer is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Koererlaerer connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Koererlaerer throws a leg kick that is checked
and Toal counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Koererlaerer thinking.
Toal takes a swing at Koererlaerer's ribcage but misses.
Karsten Koererlaerer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toal moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Nice sprawl there from Toal as Koererlaerer shoots in.
Keir Toal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Karsten Koererlaerer.
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Toal sprawls well. Toal wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Koererlaerer gets slowly back to his feet.#T2#
Koererlaerer misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Toal throws a chopping leg kick but Koererlaerer manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Koererlaerer gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Toal.
Nice sprawl there from Toal as Koererlaerer shoots in.
Toal just misses with a punch to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Koererlaerer is defended easily by Toal.
Toal misses with a wild combination.
Koererlaerer with the counter takedown but Toal avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Koererlaerer misses the target.
Toal scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
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!
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Toal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Toal swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Toal is looking to wear down Koererlaerer with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Koererlaerer tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Toal defends well and Koererlaerer ends up having to push Toal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Toal keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab from Toal.
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Toal but Toal pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Toal lands with a shot to the body.
Koererlaerer dives in for a single leg takedown but Toal sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Koererlaerer misses with a right hand
and Toal counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Koererlaerer thinking.
Toal displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Koererlaerer.
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown but Toal shows good takedown defense. #T4#
Toal connects with a single shot there.
Koererlaerer misses with a takedown attempt
and Toal counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Koererlaerer slips under a jab from Toal.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Toal stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Toal wants it to stay on the feet.
Toal swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Koererlaerer shoots for a takedown but Toal saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD2#
Koererlaerer dives in and scores a takedown into Toal's guard.
Koererlaerer looks winded!
Toal trying to control the position here.
Toal is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Shut Up & Train! {$1000} that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Koererlaerer in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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#
Koererlaerer fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Toal but Toal pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Toal gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#TD2#
Koererlaerer scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SUB2#
Koererlaerer tries for a kimura but Toal is defending well.
Koererlaerer is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal struggling a bit here.#T1##SUB2#
Koererlaerer is trying to get an arm triangle but Toal is defending well.
Toal might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Toal stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Koererlaerer postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Koererlaerer misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Koererlaerer trying to control the action but Toal is working from the bottom. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Toal defending against the ground and pound.
Koererlaerer throws an elbow but Toal slips to the side and avoids it well.
Koererlaerer looking to control but instead Toal has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Koererlaerer is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Koererlaerer is looking to take a break and control but Toal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Koererlaerer is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Koererlaerer is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Toal defends it well. #SUB2#
Koererlaerer wants to work for an arm triangle but Toal is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T3#
Toal moves into full guard.
Koererlaerer trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Koererlaerer connects with a couple of short punches.
Koererlaerer throwing strikes but missing. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Koererlaerer misses with a head kick.
Toal misses with a looping right.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Koererlaerer fails with the takedown
and Toal counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Keir Toal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Karsten Koererlaerer.
Toal misses with a hook.
Koererlaerer tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Toal defends well and Koererlaerer ends up having to push Toal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Koererlaerer with a poor takedown
and Toal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Keir Toal is winning the standup battle so far.
Toal slaps away a takedown attempt from Koererlaerer, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Koererlaerer changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Toal tries to avoid it but Koererlaerer manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Toal to the ground. Toal escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Koererlaerer shoots in for a takedown but Toal shows good takedown defense.
Koererlaerer is breathing heavily.
Toal throws a shot to the body.
Toal scores with the left hand. Koererlaerer knows he should have avoided that one.
Toal misses with a wild combination.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Toal pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Koererlaerer dives in and grabs Toal's left leg, looking for a takedown. Toal pushes down on Koererlaerer's head and hops out.
Toal is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Koererlaerer.
Toal thuds his shin into the meat of Koererlaerer's side.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Nice defenses there by Koererlaerer.
Toal lands with a shot to the body.
Toal is looking to slow Koererlaerer down with leg kicks.
Koererlaerer tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Toal swivels and escapes.
Koererlaerer shoots and misses
and Toal counters with a solid body kick. #CL#
Toal forces Koererlaerer back against the cage and clinches.
Toal lands a left hand that snaps the head of Koererlaerer backwards.
Toal lands a body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Toal.
Koererlaerer tries for a takedown but Toal manages to get underhooks.
Keir Toal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Karsten Koererlaerer.#TD#
Toal works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Koererlaerer is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Toal dives into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#REVB#
Koererlaerer takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Koererlaerer has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Koererlaerer sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T1#
Still in half guard, Toal seems content to control.
Koererlaerer wants to control but Toal is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Koererlaerer is doing well to control the position and prevent Toal from advancing to side control.
Toal is thwarting Koererlaerer's attempts to control the position.
Koererlaerer wants to improve his position but Toal is controlling well.
Toal performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Koererlaerer actively working from the bottom here.
Koererlaerer controlling the position well.
Toal takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Toal is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Koererlaerer can do to turn this around?
Koererlaerer is looking to improve his position.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Koererlaerer is doing well to control the position and prevent Toal from advancing to side control.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Toal misses the jab.
Koererlaerer misses with a takedown attempt - Toal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Koererlaerer misses with a takedown attempt - Toal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Toal throws the kick towards the body but Koererlaerer avoids it.
Koererlaerer tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Toal defends well and Koererlaerer ends up having to push Toal into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Koererlaerer takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Koererlaerer changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Toal tries to avoid it but Koererlaerer manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Toal to the ground. Toal escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Koererlaerer fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Koererlaerer misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A solid body kick from Toal. #T4#
Toal fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Koererlaerer fails with the takedown
and Toal counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Toal lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Toal.
Koererlaerer displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Toal throws out the jab.
Koererlaerer feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Koererlaerer drives through with a takedown into Toal's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Toal is wriggling around but Koererlaerer manages to pass to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#REVR#
Toal keeping control of the position.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Toal, 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: OFK 287 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Toal tries to move into range but Damato moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Damato throws an overhand right that lands on Toal's shoulder, as Toal tries to avoid the shot.
Damato fails with an attempt to clinch.
As Damato looks to move away, Toal throws a big counter combo but Damato just gets out of the way.
Damato throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Toal counters with a nice body kick.
Damato feints a jab promting Toal to slip. Damato then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Toal slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CL#
Damato tries to keep at a distance but Toal has taken the fight into the clinch.
Toal lands a shot to the body.
Damato pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Toal presses Damato against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#TD#
Toal is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Damato can't fight it off and eventually Toal manages to take the fight to the floor. Damato looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Damato tries to strike from the bottom.
Damato trying to control the position. #SUB2#
Damato throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T1#
Toal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've been hearing that Toal has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Damato trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Damato working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Toal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Toal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Damato is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Toal looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Toal's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Toal has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB2#
Damato looking for subs off his back but Toal has passed one foot through into half guard.
Toal working the head and body with strikes.
Toal sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Damato is trying to stand.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Toal performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Damato is looking for a sweep. Toal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Toal looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Toal lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Toal looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Damato moves into full guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Toal controlling from the top position.
Our spies down at at IMMA Gym of Elite ASS inform us that Damato has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2#
Toal avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB2#
Damato has an active guard here but Toal has managed to pass into half guard.
Damato wants to improve his position but Toal is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are battling for position here. Damato manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Damato is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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#
Toal misses with a wild body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Toal.
Damato's corner calls for a 1-2. Damato obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Damato moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Damato misses with a takedown attempt - Toal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Damato slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Damato moves out of range of the body kick from Toal.
Toal misses with a straight right.
Damato feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Damato gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SUB2#
Damato is looking for a triangle but Toal pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Damato throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Toal escapes and throws Damato's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T1#
Toal working the head and body with strikes.
Toal is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Damato will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Damato wants to control but Toal postures up.
Toal takes a little break here. Damato wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Damato tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Toal presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Toal sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
BOOM! Toal connects with a massive shot to the dome! #T2#
Damato wants to control but Toal is having none of it.
Toal takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Damato is trying to escape the mount.
Toal sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Damato is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Damato working to try and regain half guard.
Damato wants to get back to his feet.
Toal is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Damato can do to turn this around?
Damato bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Damato trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Toal is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Damato has gone for a leg lock! Toal slips out almost immediately though and dives into Damato's guard.#REVR##T4##SUB2#
Toal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Damato has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Toal has managed to get both his arms back between Damato's legs - danger averted.
Damato lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Damato trying to stand up but can't free himself from Toal's guard.
Keir Toal overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Damato tries to free his leg and advance position but Toal is retaining full guard.
Damato won't allow Toal to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Toal is pulling down on Damato's head to control his posture.
Damato is looking to stand up but Toal won't let him.
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 Keir Toal will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Toal ducks under a wild hook from Damato.
Toal looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Damato is fending him off so far but Toal persists. Nope, Damato circles away and we're back to standing.
Damato tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Toal manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Toal dodges the punch combination from Damato.
Damato throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Damato throws a hook but Toal blocks it.
Toal swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Toal shoots for a takedown but Damato saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Damato throws a good cross that connects.
Damato throws a good cross that connects. #CL#
Toal fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Damato, pushing him back against the cage.
Damato tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Toal smiles and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Damato takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Damato fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Toal lets loose with a powerful body kick. Damato will feel that in the morning.#T1#
A right-left combo lands from Damato.
Rocco Damato seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Toal moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Damato's jab looks to have found its range, popping Toal under the eye.
Damato takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Toal with a hook.
Sloppy strikes from Damato. Those never looked like landing.
Rocco Damato is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Damato looks to land a combination. Toal sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Damato.
Damato misses with a double jab
and Toal counters with a series of strikes. Damato will be more careful next time no doubt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Damato shoots for a double leg takedown but Toal sprawls well. He's pushed Damato's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Rocco Damato seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Damato avoids the body shot from Toal.
Damato throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Damato throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Damato throws a lazy right hand but Toal sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Toal drops down looking for a counter takedown but Damato sprawls and moves away.
Toal fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Damato on the side of the head.#T2#
Toal swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Damato rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Toal moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Damato tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Damato takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Some wild striking there from Damato.
Toal swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Toal on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Damato throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Toal sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Damato scores with a hook.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Damato is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Damato misses with a series of wild punches.
Toal takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Toal throws a front kick that sends Damato stumbling back into the cage.
Damato connects with a right hand. Toal shakes it off.
Toal cracks Damato with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Damato manages to avoid it.#TD2#
Damato decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Toal is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Damato is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Damato is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Damato takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Toal gets full guard.
Damato trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T4#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Damato accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Toal has Damato pulled in close to control his posture.
Toal has a closed guard, preventing Damato from standing up.
Toal controlling Damato's posture.
Damato wants to stand but Toal has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Rocco Damato has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Damato uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Toal lands a slapping body shot.

And that's the end of the fight!
Rocco Damato comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Toal 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 29:28
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 29:28
Judge Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: OFK 278 - Kosmanov Vs Ryan
Date: Mar 05, 2023

#R1#
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jaroslav.
Toal closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jaroslav throws a head kick that misses.
Jaroslav lands a nice looking body shot.
Toal keeps the fight on the outside.
Jaroslav avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Toal darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Jaroslav misses with a double jab.
Toal was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A punch combination from Jaroslav misses.
Jaroslav swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Toal was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Toal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jaroslav.
Jaroslav tries a head kick but it misses.
Toal misses with a straight right.
Jaroslav tries to counter by closing the distance.
Jaroslav lands a jab.
Toal lands a really nice looking cross but Jaroslav seems unphased.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jaroslav throws a leg kick but Toal checks it. #T1#
Jaroslav throws a series of punches but Toal moves out of range.
Toal showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jaroslav.
Toal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Jaroslav throws a sloppy head kick and Toal moves out of range easily.
Toal thinks about countering with a body kick.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Toal checks a leg kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Toal misses the target.
Jaroslav is looking to clinch but Toal is avoiding it.
Jaroslav tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Toal throws a shot from downtown. Jaroslav moves away and avoids it.
Toal just misses with a punch to the body.
Jaroslav is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Toal avoids a punch combination nicely.
A nice combination there by Toal.
Jaroslav slips a jab and a cross from Toal.
Jaroslav is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Toal dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Toal takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jaroslav tries to clinch
and Toal makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Jaroslav takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Jaroslav follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Toal misses with the combination.
Jaroslav is looking to score with low kicks.
Toal was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Jaroslav dips to his left and cracks Toal with an uppercut!
Toal misses with a body shot.
Toal swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jaroslav thinks about the counter body kick.
Jaroslav tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Toal was well out of range. Poor timing from Jaroslav.
Jaroslav throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Toal.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Toal crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Jaroslav - the referee stops the clock and Toal gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Jaroslav. Toal manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Jaroslav slips under a jab from Toal.
Toal misses with a body shot.
Jaroslav smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Toal throws a push kick but Jaroslav slaps the foot to one side. #T3#
Jaroslav stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jaroslav.
A quick step to the side and Toal tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Toal takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Felix Jaroslav seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jaroslav throws a solid leg kick but Toal takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Jaroslav.
That kick from Jaroslav tenderised Toal's leg. Toal is trying to keep his angry face on.
Toal walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#KD2#
Jaroslav drops Toal with a beautiful combination! Toal stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Jaroslav is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Toal is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Toal 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.
Oh Toal is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Jaroslav manages to avoid it.
Toal lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jaroslav circles away quickly and effectively.
Jaroslav dances in with a quick combination. Toal is being worked over with jabs and crosses. Oooh, a right straight from Jaroslav snaps Toal's head back. Toal stumbles backwards against the cage. Jaroslav steps forward and delivers a right cross that connects with Toal's jaw, simultaneously knocking him out and sending his mouthpiece into the crowd! There's a worthy souvenir for the fans. This one is over folks. Toal just didn't come prepared.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Felix Jaroslav!
After winning the bout, Felix Jaroslav thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Keir Toal was interviewed post fight and said 'I will be better!'.

Event: OFK 273 - Byczkiewicz Vs Gomez
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Toal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Toal misses the shot to the body.
Loco feinted with a counter takedown.
Loco shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side.
Toal is looking for the big counter here.
Toal stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Toal wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Toal lands with a good body shot.
Loco shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Toal but Toal pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A good leg kick by Toal.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Toal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Toal scores with a jab to the jaw.
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Toal counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
A right-left combo lands from Toal.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Toal lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Toal digs a good body shot into Loco's ribs.
Toal throws a nice outside leg kick.
Nice body kick from Toal.
A nice leg kick from Toal, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jab from Toal.
Loco misses with a takedown attempt
letting Toal counter with a right hand. #TD#
Loco shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Toal holds on and takes a little breather.
Loco trying to control the position from guard on top but Toal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Loco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Toal swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Toal pulls Loco in close to his closed guard and prevents Loco from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB#
Loco postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Toal is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Loco, into his guard. #REVB##T3##SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Toal defends well.
Toal is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Loco looking to hit a scissor sweep but Toal is one step ahead there.
Toal looking to sit in guard and control but Loco gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Toal wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Toal avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Loco is fighting to break Toal's control of his arms but Toal is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Loco throwing strikes but missing.
Loco stopping the sweep attempt from Toal.
Loco trying to control but Toal is working from the bottom.
Toal utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown but Toal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Loco's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Toal ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Loco on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Toal tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Toal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Toal lands with a good body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Loco manages to avoid it.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section. #TD#
Toal gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#T1#
Loco stays in close to Toal's body and controls the position.
Loco has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Loco drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Toal manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Loco has Toal in his guard.#REVB#
Toal makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Loco trying to control the position.
Toal with a nice head shot there.
Toal looking to sit in guard and control but Loco gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Toal working a defensive guard but Loco passes into half guard. #SUB#
Loco is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Toal sees it coming and defends easily.
Loco seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Toal does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Loco sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3##SUB#
Toal is defending against the submission attempts here by Loco.
Loco trying to control from half guard but Toal is working away.
Toal desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Mono Loco overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Loco is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Toal doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Loco.
Toal is trying is best to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Loco is thwarting Toal's attempts to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal 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#
Loco shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Loco walks forward, straight into a front kick from Toal.
Toal will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Toal lands a jab to the nose.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Loco.
Loco shoots in but Toal avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. 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.
Toal misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Loco.
Loco gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Toal darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Toal misses with a double jab.
Loco on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Toal. Toal obviously looking to wear him down.
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Toal jabs at Loco's body.
Keir Toal is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Toal fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Loco on the side of the head.
Loco shoots in looking for a takedown. Toal tries to sprawl out of it but Loco keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Toal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Toal lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Loco fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T2#
Toal scores with a nice body kick.
Toal thuds a left hand into Loco's body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Toal.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Loco.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Toal throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Loco tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Toal digs a good hook to Loco's body.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Loco doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Toal counters with a left and a right that stings Loco.
Loco fails with a takedown attempt.
Loco takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice shot by Toal.
Toal scoring well with a low kick there.
Good shot there by Toal.
A solid leg kick lands there for Toal.
The crowd cheers as Toal lands an impressive looking overhand right. Loco doesn't seem phased though.
Loco fails to land the takedown.
Toal is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Loco rather than just go for the knockout.#T4#
Toal scores with a shot to the body.
Toal throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Loco stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice cross by Toal.
Loco on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Toal scores with a hook.
Toal lands a slapping body shot.
Toal fails to land with a series of punches.
Toal lands a nice shot that snaps Loco's head back.
Loco fails with the takedown.
Mono Loco has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Loco throws a lazy head kick
and Toal counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Toal 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 Aafke Stam scores the fight 26:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 26:30
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 26:30

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

Event: OFK 269 - Vaiduoklis Vs Storm
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1#
Toal tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Happy was well out of range. Poor timing from Toal.#TD#
Happy closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Toal stops Happy from passing to mount.
Happy has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Toal!
Happy fails to take his opponent's back. #SUB#
Happy has hold of Toal's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Toal manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Toal reaches up to try and control the position but Happy seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Toal rolls and tries to escape and now Happy has his back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T1#
Toal wants to control his opponent's hands but Happy gets his hands free. #SUB#
Happy is persistently looking for the submission but Toal is defending it well.
Toal felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Toal defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt. #SUB#
Happy looking for the RNC. #T2##SUB#
Happy looking for the RNC. #SUB#
Happy looking for the choke but no joy.
Happy tries to keep control of the position but Toal is staying busy.#SUB#
Happy is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #SUB#
Toal defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Happy's arms. #SUB#
Happy working for a choke but Toal is defending well. #T3#
Happy is not going to allow Toal to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Happy looking for the choke from the back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Toal fending off the submission attempt from Happy.
I would not like to be Toal right now. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Happy working for the choke.
Toal is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #SUB#
Happy patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Toal breaks Happy's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Happy can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Toal controls the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Toal preventing the sweep.
Happy working a defensive guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Anti Happy dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Happy uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Toal.
Toal throws a looping overhand right but Happy ducks down to avoid it.
Happy attempts a counter takedown but Toal avoids it well and moves away.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Happy darts in looking for a takedown but Toal gets double underhooks and turns Happy into the cage.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Toal tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Happy's elbow.
Happy has Toal pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Toal manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Toal has a couple of punches blocked by Happy. #TD#
Happy pulls Toal into guard.
Toal must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Toal accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Happy keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Toal postures up in Happy's guard and throws a big left but Happy blocks it.
Anti Happy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Happy working a defensive guard here.
Happy being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Toal has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Happy pulls Toal in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Happy displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Toal throws out the jab.
Happy changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Toal throws a push kick but Happy slaps the foot to one side. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#TD#
Happy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Toal napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Toal tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Happy wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Toal wants to control but Happy postures up.
Happy gets to mount! Toal was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #SUB#
Happy is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Toal can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB#
Happy working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T3#
Toal has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Toal trying to control the position but Happy manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Happy working for a choke but Toal reverses nicely into Happy 's guard. #SUB#
Happy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Toal preventing the sweep. #T4#
Toal trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Happy keeping moving, preventing Toal from controlling successfully.
Happy tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Happy working for a triangle but Toal defends it easily. #SUB#
Happy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Toal is aware though and is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Keir Toal will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Happy's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Toal looks to land a body kick but Happy moved away.
Happy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Toal.
Happy tries to counter with a takedown but Toal is quick to defend against it.
Happy tries for a takedown but Toal sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Toal slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy closes this distance looking for a takedown but Toal circles away.
Nice sprawl there from Toal as Happy shoots in.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Toal connects with a good right hand that stumbles Happy. Happy circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Toal throws a leg kick but Happy sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Toal scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Toal as he jumps to the side.
A little jabbing left from Toal on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Happy avoids the body shot from Toal.
Happy dives in and grabs Toal's left leg, looking for a takedown. Toal pushes down on Happy's head and hops out.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown but Toal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Happy's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Happy backing away here, and Toal unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Toal looks to land a right hand but Happy moved out of range.
Happy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
The fighters circling - Toal throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Toal throws a body shot but no joy.
Toal looks to score with a jab to the body but Happy is just out of range.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Toal pinned against the cage. Toal gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Toal just misses with a punch to the body.
Happy fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Toal misses with an uppercut. Happy saw that one coming.
A clash of legs there as Happy blocks the low kick.
Happy drops down looking for a counter takedown but Toal sprawls and moves away.
Jab by Toal.
Toal fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Happy manages to avoid it.
Happy blocks a jab.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown. Toal tries to sprawl out of it but Happy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Toal manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Happy fails with the takedown.
Toal scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Toal, which made it look bad.
Toal is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Happy with a body shot.
Toal fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Happy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Happy half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Happy looks for a takedown but Toal sprawls well.
Happy tries for a takedown but Toal circles away easily
and Toal counters with a left to the body. #T4#
Happy fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Happy stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Toal.
Toal misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Toal counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Toal jabs at Happy's body.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt - Toal sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Toal looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Happy!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Toal trying to control the position but Happy is working away.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Toal 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 27:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 27:29

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

Event: OFK 266 - Kosmanov Vs Presley
Date: Jan 22, 2023

#R1#
Toal dodges the punch combination from Damato.
Damato throws a right hand that Toal ducks under and follows up with a left that Toal also avoids with ease.
Toal lands with a straight right. Damato didn't see that one coming.
Damato throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rocco Damato seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Toal throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Damato shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Toal sprawls well. Toal wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Damato gets slowly back to his feet.
Toal showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Damato.
Toal looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Damato is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Damato lands with an overhand left.
Toal throws a shot to the body. #CL#
Toal gets tackled into the cage by Damato. Damato maintains the clinch.
Toal lands a body punch in the clinch.
Toal lands an uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Damato swings wildly with an uppercut but Toal uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
Toal scores with a hook to the body.
Damato tries a body shot but Toal blocks it.
Toal tries a body shot but Damato blocks it.
Damato misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Toal.
Damato throws a head punch that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Toal.
A short right from Toal.
Toal lands a nice uppercut.
Toal drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Damato gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Toal managing to block the knees to the body from Damato.
Damato missing with knees to the body.
Damato throws a head punch that misses.
Damato jumps guard but Toal stands there with Damato around his waist. Damato gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T2#
Damato swings wildly with an uppercut but Toal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Toal lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Toal on the inside.
Toal lands a body punch in the clinch.
Damato trying to land knees to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Toal lands with a light punch inside.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Damato tries to break the clinch but Toal is controlling the position.
Damato misses with a hook from the clinch.
Toal lands a right hand.
Damato misses with a short punch on the inside.
Toal lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Toal.
Damato misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Damato pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Damato looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T3#
A slow jab from Damato misses its intended target.
Toal jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Toal.
The fight stays on the outside here - Damato looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Toal moves out of range of the strikes.
Toal misses the shot to the body.
Toal dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Toal scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Damato doesn't seem bothered though. #TD2#
Damato gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Damato keeping full guard, as Toal tries to pass. #SUB#
Damato working for a triangle but Toal defends it easily. #T4#
Toal sitting in guard here, content to control.
Toal keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Damato's head.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Toal controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Toal working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Damato is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Damato wants to clinch.
No luck for Damato with that takedown attempt.
Keir Toal seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Damato clinches up with Toal and pushes him back against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Toal.
Keir Toal seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Damato goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Toal lands with a light punch inside.
Damato misses with the head strike.
Toal scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Damato swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Damato can't break the clinch.
Toal doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Damato working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Toal lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T1#
Toal tries to work over Damato's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Toal keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Damato's efforts to push away.
Toal has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Damato after a bit of a struggle.
Damato working aggressively here. #TD#
Damato jumps into guard, dragging Toal to the mat.
Damato is looking to stand up but Toal isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Damato looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Toal not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Toal tries to free his leg and advance position but Damato is retaining full guard. #T2#
Toal engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Toal passes Damato's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Toal drops an elbow to the side of Damato's head.
Toal is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Damato wants to get back to full guard.
Damato is working hard here to advance position.
Toal throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Toal has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Damato tries to clinch but Toal is having none of it.
Toal stuffs the takedown.
Toal fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Damato drops down looking for a counter takedown but Toal sprawls and moves away.
Damato lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Damato tries to clinch up.#T4#
Toal throws the left hand but Damato avoids the punch easily.
Rocco Damato is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Damato takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Damato swinging wildly here.
The fight stays on the outside here - Damato looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Damato throws a leg kick but Toal sees it coming and moves out of range.
Toal with the inside leg kick.
Toal avoids a punch combination nicely.
Damato misses with a left hand
and Toal counters with a stiff right hand.
Toal dodges the punch combination from Damato.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Damato is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Damato tried to score with a low kick but Toal checks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Keir Toal will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Damato's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Toal thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Damato if he has to take too many more of those.
Toal punishes Damato's body with a nice straight punch.
Toal works the jab nicely.
Toal scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Damato doesn't seem bothered though.
Toal thuds a left hand into Damato's body.
Damato works over Toal's head and body with a nice combination.
Damato tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Toal was well out of range. Poor timing from Damato.
Toal lands a nice shot that snaps Damato's head back.
Damato takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Toal jabbing away but nothing is landing.
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!
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up but Toal swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Damato tries to clinch there but Toal circles away.
Damato lands a really nice looking cross but Toal seems unphased.
Damato misses with a two punch combination.
Toal is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Damato misses with the combination. #T1#
Damato throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Toal dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Damato. That did some damage!
Toal cracks Damato with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Damato is looking to clinch but Toal is avoiding it.
Toal moves out of range of the leg kick from Damato.
Damato misses with a few strikes there.
Toal fails with the takedown.
Toal throws a nice looking combination but Damato bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Damato is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Toal.
Damato tries to clinch but Toal is having none of it.
Damato throws a looping overhand right but Toal ducks down to avoid it.
Damato is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #T2#
A combination from Damato does no damage.
Damato takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Damato is looking to clinch.
Damato's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Toal connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Damato scrambles back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Damato misses with an uppercut.
Toal follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Toal lands with a shot to the body.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Toal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Toal throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Damato throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
A left lands for Toal.
Damato tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Toal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Toal throws out a counter right but Damato avoids it with no problem.
Toal waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Damato.
Toal fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Damato swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Toal counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Damato scores with a nice head shot.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Damato tries to clinch but Toal moves out of range.
Toal rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Damato moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Damato misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Toal.
Toal tries to bum rush Damato with a series of wild strikes but Damato uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Damato tries to clinch up.
Toal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Damato wants to clinch up but Toal keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Damato drives through and clinches with Toal against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Toal.
Toal lands a left hand that snaps the head of Damato backwards.
Damato swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Damato swings wildly with an uppercut but Toal uses good head movement to avoid it.
Toal lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
Damato tries to break the clinch but Toal is controlling the position.
Damato misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Toal pushes Damato back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Toal lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Damato backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Damato.
Toal misses with a body punch.
Damato has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Toal scores with a shoulder strike.
Rocco Damato has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Toal misses with a body punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice body punch from Toal - that landed with a thud.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Toal.
Damato working aggressively here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Toal 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 28:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 14, 2022

#R1#
Toal lands the left hand.
Nastula is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Toal throws a combination. Nastula tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Nastula showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Toal.
Nastula tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Toal paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Toal quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Toal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Toal throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Nastula looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Toal misses with the combination.
Toal lands with a nice combination. Nastula backs away looking to recover.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Toal lands with a good body shot.
Nastula throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Toal throwing a counter right hand but Nastula manages to avoid it.
Nastula changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Toal tries to avoid it but Nastula manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Toal to the ground. Toal escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Nastula feints and as Toal raises his hands in defense, Nastula changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.

Toal has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Nastula is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1#
Toal lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Nastula goes for a takedown attempt but Toal pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Nastula is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Toal lands a nice looking body kick.
Nastula doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A nice leg kick from Toal, right into the meat of the thigh.
Toal is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Crunch! Toal slams his shin into Nastula's torso.
Toal lands with a thumping leg kick.
Toal lands a slapping body shot. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nastula shoots in looking for a takedown but Toal manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Nastula's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Keir Toal has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Pawel Nastula.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nastula enables Toal to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nastula manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Nastula is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Toal moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Nastula wants to pass the guard but Toal is keeping the position.
Toal is adopting a defensive guard.
Nastula wants to control from the top but Toal keeps moving. #T3#
Toal has Nastula pulled in close to control his posture.
Toal has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Toal wants to sweep here but Nastula controlling him for the moment.
Toal is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Nastula stopping the sweep attempt from Toal.
Toal trying to control the position here.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Toal's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Toal's jab looks to have found its range, popping Nastula under the eye.
Nastula tries to move into range but Toal moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Toal tries to bum rush Nastula with a series of wild strikes but Nastula uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nastula is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Toal fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Nastula walks into a jab.
Nastula tries to clinch up
and Toal counters with a nice kick to the body.
Nastula tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Nastula enables Toal to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Nastula manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Keir Toal overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Toal's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nastula tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1#
Toal is stalling in the full guard.
Toal slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Toal is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Nastula will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Toal gets to mount! Nastula was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Nastula is wriggling around trying to escape. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Toal tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Toal.#T3#
Nastula is wriggling around trying to escape.
Nastula felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Toal controlling the position easily from mount.
Toal continues to hold on tight.
Nastula is desperately trying to improve his position but Toal has a good base and remains in mount.
Toal controlling from mount. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Toal lands a heavy elbow.
Toal tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Nastula really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Toal scoring with strikes but Nastula is staying in there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Toal looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Keir Toal dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Nastula tries to sprawl but Toal drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Nastula is looking to improve his position.
Toal stalling.
Toal looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Nastula with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nastula is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Toal is taking a breather. Nastula 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.#T1#
Toal takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
We've been hearing that Toal has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Toal controlling the action here.
Toal working Nastula over with strikes. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Toal sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Further stalling from Toal.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nastula tries a head kick but it misses. #TD#
Toal feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Keir Toal is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Toal looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Toal seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Nastula for as long as he can get away with.
Toal is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Nastula can do to turn this around?#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Toal is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Nastula is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Toal controls from within his opponent's guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Keir Toal showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Toal 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 30:26
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:26
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Keir Toal!
A relieved looking Keir Toal 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 23, 2022

#R1#
Pugacheva lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Pugacheva scores with a hook.
Toal swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Toal lands with an uppercut that bounces Pugacheva off the cage and back into range.
Toal walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Toal swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pugacheva throws a lazy right hand but Toal sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Toal looks to throw the jab but Pugacheva is out of range.
Pugacheva ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good shot there by Pugacheva.
Toal is looking to land body kicks.
Pugacheva throws a right and a left that Toal avoids nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Toal misses its target.
Toal throws a hook but Pugacheva blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Toal misses.
Pugacheva lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#ROC2#Toal is rocked!
Pugacheva drops Toal with a huge uppercut! Toal drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Pugacheva is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Alla Pugacheva!
Keir Toal spoke after the fight, saying 'I will be better!'.

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