Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: HZN 13 Collins v Cartwright
Date: Mar 23, 2024

#R1#
Brovarnik pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Fochi. Brovarnik does a little dance to reset his feet.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Fochi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Fochi misses with an uppercut.
Fochi just misses with a punch to the body. #CL#
Brovarnik pushes Fochi up against the cage in a clinch.#TD2#
Fochi gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Brovarnik regains guard.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Brovarnik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fochi must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Brovarnik working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fochi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fochi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fochi trying to move into half guard but instead Brovarnik has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
Fochi has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Brovarnik doesn't defend quickly enough and Fochi has managed to lock this one up! Can Brovarnik escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Fochi on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Michael Fochi!

Event: HZN 9 Ivanovic v McBean
Date: Feb 24, 2024

#R1#
Fochi misses with a straight right.
A countering left hand to the body from Ghetea misses.
Ghetea lands a head shot.
Ghetea swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fochi misses with a wild combination.
Fochi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fochi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ghetea was well out of range. Poor timing from Fochi.
Ghetea now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ghetea misses with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ghetea loads up on a big right hand but Fochi slips the punch.
Fochi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
That kick from Ghetea tenderised Fochi's leg. Fochi is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ghetea takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Ghetea ducks under a wild hook from Fochi.
Fochi backing away here, and Ghetea unleashes a leg kick that just misses.#T1#
Fochi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Jab, jab by Ghetea - just one landing.
A big left from Fochi misses.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Fochi checks a leg kick.
Fochi is looking to counter punch.
Ghetea walks into a straight right hand from Fochi.
Ghetea lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fochi misses the body punch
and Ghetea connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've been hearing reports that Fochi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Ghetea with a nice cross.
Fochi punishes Ghetea's body with a nice straight punch.
Ghetea misses with a straight left.
Ghetea scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A good leg kick by Ghetea. #T2#
Ghetea moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fochi swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fochi misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy.
Ghetea connects with an inside leg kick.
Darius Ghetea seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ghetea misses with a body shot
and Fochi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fochi misses with a double jab.
Ghetea misses with a hook.
Fochi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Fochi swings for the body but Ghetea moves out of range.
Ghetea bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ghetea keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ghetea looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
Ghetea ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ghetea ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ghetea looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fochi chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ghetea can pounce on him.
Ghetea has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Ghetea fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Nice body kick from Ghetea.
Ghetea scores with a hook.
Ghetea buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ghetea moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Ghetea cracks a nice hook into Fochi's ribs.
A decent looking cross lands there for Ghetea.
A right-left combo lands from Ghetea.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ghetea throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Fochi misses the target.#T4#
Ghetea fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fochi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ghetea manages to avoid it.
Ghetea swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fochi misses with a hook
and Ghetea counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ghetea slips a jab from Fochi.
Fochi misses with a hook. Ghetea ducked under it nicely.
Ghetea lands a right hook to the body.
Ghetea connects with an inside leg kick.
Fochi throws a sloppy body shot
and Ghetea counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ghetea has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ghetea. That's going to slow Fochi down.
Fochi is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Good standup being displayed there by Ghetea as he connects with a hook.
Fochi throws out a powerful jab.
Ghetea fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fochi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Darius Ghetea dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Ghetea paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Ghetea scores with a nice head shot.
Ghetea lands a right hook to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Fochi might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
A lazy left from Ghetea finds it's target.#ROC2#Fochi is rocked!
BAM! Ghetea delivers a spinning backfist that drops Fochi like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Darius Ghetea!
Darius Ghetea seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: HZN 5 Tuytuhlz v Tampukpuk
Date: Feb 02, 2024

#R1#
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy.
Marek throws a shot to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Marek.
Marek feints a jab promting Fochi to slip. Marek then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Fochi slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Marek.
Nice defenses there by Fochi.
Marek takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Marek throws a jab but it's blocked by Fochi.
Fochi throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Marek on the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Kamil Marek has been cut.
Fochi falls off balance throwing a combination
and Marek counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fochi looks to throw the jab but Marek is out of range.
Left hook, right uppercut from Marek.
Marek scores with a jab. Fochi acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T1#
Marek lands with a shot to the body.
Fochi thuds his right hand into Marek's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Marek misses with a right hand
and Fochi counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Fochi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Marek.
Marek lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Fochi throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Marek.
The fighters circle momentarily. Marek darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Marek throws a hook but Fochi avoids it easily.
Marek lands a jab to the head.
Fochi misses with a wild body shot.
Marek paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Marek looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Marek might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Marek throws a jab but it's blocked by Fochi. #T2#
Fochi throws out a leg kick but Marek moves out of range and Fochi only half commits.
Marek throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marek throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Fochi to counter with a crisp jab.
Marek paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Marek throws a hook to the side of Fochi's head but Fochi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fochi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Fochi moves forwards but Marek connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Marek scores with a jab to the body.
Fochi tries to bum rush Marek with a series of wild strikes but Marek uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Marek lands a glancing blow to the side of Fochi's head.
Fochi cracks a nice hook into Marek's ribs.
Marek throws an off balance right hand
and Fochi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Fochi works the jab nicely.
Marek rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Fochi counters with a left to the body. #T3#
A combination from Fochi does no damage.
Marek connects with the punch.
Marek misses with a straight left.
Fochi jabs at Marek's body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Marek darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Nice defenses there by Fochi.
Marek throws an overhand right that lands on Fochi's shoulder, as Fochi tries to avoid the shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Fochi misses the target.
Fochi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Fochi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Marek.
Fochi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fochi drops his hands momentarily and Marek takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Marek throws a lazy uppercut
and Fochi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Fochi connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Marek momentarily. #CUT#That has opened up Kamil Marek's cut even more.
Fochi swings for the body but Marek moves out of range.
Marek thuds a left hand into Fochi's body.
Marek throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fochi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Marek.
Fochi is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fochi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Marek throws a hook but Fochi avoids it easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Fochi misses the target.
Marek moves out of range of the strikes.
Fochi misses with an uppercut. Marek saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Marek lands a lovely overhand right.
Marek lands a jab-cross combination.
Marek moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#ROC2#Fochi is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kamil Marek dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Kamil Marek's cut.
That's time! Fochi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Marek misses with the combination.
Fochi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fochi throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fochi motions for Marek to come forward. Fochi throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Marek pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Fochi back to the cage. Marek follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
The fighters circling - Marek throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Fochi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Marek misses with a body punch
and Fochi counters with a straight right hand.
Fochi waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Marek.
Marek misses with a hook.
Kamil Marek seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Marek scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Marek throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Fochi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Marek looks to land a right hand but Fochi moved out of range.
Marek lands the left hand.#T1#
Fochi misses the shot to the body.
Marek uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fochi.
Marek throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fochi counters with a nice uppercut.
Marek swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fochi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Fochi throws a sloppy body shot
letting Marek counter with a right hand.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Fochi might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Fochi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheers as Fochi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Marek doesn't seem phased though.
Fochi throws a jab when Marek was well out of range.
Marek looks to score with a jab to the body but Fochi is just out of range.
Fochi looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Marek works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Fochi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Marek has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Marek throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#T2#
Marek loads up on a big right hand but Fochi slips the punch.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fochi takes one to the side of the head.
Fochi slips under a jab.
Fochi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
A leg kick checked by Fochi.
Marek throws a jab but it's blocked by Fochi.
Fochi was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A swing and a miss from Marek.
Marek takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Marek scores with a hook.
Fochi misses with a wild combination.
Marek now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fochi dips to his left and cracks Marek with an uppercut!#T3#
Fochi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fochi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Marek.
Fochi throws a nice looking combination but Marek bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Marek throws out a counter right but Fochi avoids it with no problem.
Fochi misses the shot to the body.
Fochi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Marek.
An attempted straight right counter from Fochi misses the target.
Fochi looks to land a left hand but Marek moved out of range nicely.
Marek slips a straight right by Fochi.
Marek throws out a counter right but Fochi avoids it with no problem.
Sloppy strikes from Marek. Those never looked like landing.
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Marek.
Fochi misses with a straight left.
Fochi looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
The crowd cheers as Marek lands an impressive looking overhand right. Fochi doesn't seem phased though.
Marek lands a body shot. #T4#
Marek sizes up Fochi with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A left lands for Marek.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Marek takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Fochi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fochi clobbers Marek with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT#The cut above Kamil Marek's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Fochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Marek on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fochi scores with a shot to the body.
Marek throws a hook but Fochi avoids it easily.
It looked like Fochi was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Marek.
A big right from Fochi misses.
Marek lunges at Fochi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fochi's hand.
Fochi throws a jab when Marek was well out of range.
A punch combination from Fochi misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Marek! But no joy.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Kamil Marek will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Kamil Marek's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Marek throws a looping overhand right but Fochi ducks down to avoid it.
Marek connects with a nice looking jab.
Marek falls off balance throwing a combination
and Fochi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fochi throws out a loose jab but Marek uses good head movement to avoid it.
Marek misses with a lunging right hand
and Fochi counters with a nice uppercut.
Marek lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Kamil Marek seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Marek ducks under a wild hook from Fochi.
Marek throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Fochi stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fochi bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Marek punishes Fochi's body with a nice straight punch.
Fochi takes a swing at Marek's ribcage but misses. #T1#
Fochi throws a lazy right hand but Marek sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Marek closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Marek misses the jab.
Marek uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fochi.
Fochi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Marek moves away.
A slow jab from Marek misses its intended target.
Nice body punch from Marek.
Marek swings for the body but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi swings for the body but Marek moves out of range.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Marek catches Fochi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A slow jab from Marek misses its intended target.
Marek is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fochi.
A little feinted left hand from Fochi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Michael Fochi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Fochi ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Marek throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fochi defending well as Marek loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fochi punishes Marek's body with a nice straight punch.
Fochi misses with a hook. Marek ducked under it nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Fochi. That snapped Marek's head back.
Marek throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fochi misses with an uppercut. Marek saw that one coming.
Marek lunges at Fochi with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Fochi's hand.
Marek misses with a wild body shot.
Marek keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Fochi.
Fochi misses with a looping right.#T3#
Marek throws a right and a left that both miss.
Marek connects with the punch.
Marek ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fochi takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fochi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little jabbing left from Marek on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Marek lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Marek scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A cross from Marek lands.
Oh Fochi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Marek lands with a nice combination. Fochi backs away looking to recover.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab from Marek misses.
Fochi takes a swing at Marek's ribcage but misses.
Marek pounces like a tiger and cracks Fochi with a vicious hook! Fochi is down but not out! Marek follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Kamil Marek!
Our winner, Kamil Marek, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: DMMA 272
Date: Dec 17, 2023

#R1#
Cejka scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fochi in his tracks.
Fochi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cejka uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fochi.
Cejka was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
We've been informed that Fochi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Cejka throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Cejka throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Fochi counters with a nice uppercut.
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy.
Cejka getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fochi keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fochi slips a jab from Cejka.
Fochi slips under a jab from Cejka.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cejka looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cejka throws a hook but Fochi blocks it.
Fochi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Cejka sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fochi dives in and grabs Cejka's left leg, looking for a takedown. Cejka pushes down on Fochi's head and hops out.
Fochi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Cejka. #T1#
Cejka with a hook.
Cejka connects with a right hand. Fochi shakes it off.
Cestmir Cejka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cejka getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The fighters circling - Cejka throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cejka thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cejka cracks Fochi with an open hand slap.
Cejka looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cejka jabs Fochi right on the nose. Fochi blinks but takes it well.
Fochi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Cejka is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Cejka stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fochi looks to land a right hand but Cejka moved out of range.
Cejka feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fochis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fochi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fochi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cejka. #T2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cejka, as that shot connected.
Cejka slips under a jab from Fochi.
Cejka is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Cejka misses.
Cejka takes a swing at Fochi's ribcage but misses.
Fochi throws a lazy uppercut
and Cejka counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Cejka is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Fochi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Nice body punch from Cejka.
Cejka misses with an uppercut. Fochi saw that one coming.
Fochi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A big right from Cejka misses.
Cejka looks to land a combination but Fochi avoids it well.
Cejka misses with an uppercut
and Fochi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Cejka misses the jab.
Cejka scores with a hook to the body. Fochi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T3#
A shot to the liver by Cejka. Beautiful body shot.
Cejka misses the shot to the body.
It seemed like Fochi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cejka 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.
Cejka bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fochi's head.
Cejka misses the shot to the body.
Fochi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Fochi throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
An attempted straight right counter from Cejka misses the target.
Fochi throws a low kick, looking for Cejka's leg but Cejka calmly moves out of range.
Fochi moves out of range as Cejka strikes.
Cejka slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Fochi connects with a nice looking jab.
Cejka throws a right and a left that both miss.
Cejka scores with a jab to the head.
Cejka misses with a hook. Fochi ducked under it nicely.
Cejka fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cejka throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Cejka throws a jab but it's blocked by Fochi.
Cejka is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Cejka scores with a decent looking hook.
Cejka misses with an uppercut
and Fochi counters with a left to the body.
Cejka misses with a looping right.
Fochi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circling - Fochi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cejka throws a shot from downtown. Fochi moves away and avoids it.
Cejka throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Cejka instigates a clinch.
Cejka has a couple of punches blocked by Fochi. #TD2#
Fochi is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Cejka can't fight it off and eventually Fochi manages to take the fight to the floor. Cejka looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Cejka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fochi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cestmir Cejka 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#
Fochi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fochi connects with a crisp jab.
Cejka works over Fochi's head and body with a nice combination.
Cejka swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fochi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cejka.
Cejka misses with a double jab
and Fochi counters with a crisp right that sends Cejka to the canvas! Fochi follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Fochi!

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

#R1#
Queen thuds a left hand into Fochi's body.
Queen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Nice defenses there by Fochi.
Queen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for Queen.
Queen tries to score with a low kick but Fochi moves his leg out of the way.
We've been informed that Fochi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Queen takes a swing at Fochi's ribcage but misses.
A nice inside leg kick there by Queen. That's going to slow Fochi down. #TD#
Queen looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Queen throwing shots but Fochi is blocking nicely.
Queen slows the pace down in half guard.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Queen is controlling the pace.
Queen wants to pass to mount but Fochi is defending the position.
Queen not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fochi is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Queen performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Fochi is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Queen trying to control from half guard but Fochi is working away.
Fochi wants to improve his position but Queen is controlling well. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Cyrus Deangelo Queen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Queen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T3#
Queen stuffs the takedown.
Fochi shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Queen counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Fochi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Queen fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Fochi has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Fochi missing with a left hand there. Queen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Queen tried to counter with a leg kick but Fochi avoided it.#TD2#
Fochi drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fochi working away.
Queen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Queen is not content to let Fochi control the position. #T4#
Queen is looking for a sweep.
Queen stops Fochi from passing to mount.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Queen is not content to let Fochi control the position.
Queen prevents Fochi from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Queen tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Queen sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Cyrus Deangelo Queen dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Queen throws a hook but Fochi blocks it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Queen.
Nice uppercut there from Queen.#CUT#It looks like Michael Fochi has been cut.
Fochi connects with a jab.
Queen misses with an attempted mid kick.
A nice side step and Fochi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Queen connects with a right hand. Fochi shakes it off.
Fochi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Queen throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Fochi avoids the body shot from Queen.
Queen walks into a stiff left hand from Fochi.#TD2#
Fochi darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T1##SUB#
Queen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fochi is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Queen!
Queen has given up his back. #SUB2#
Queen defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Fochi's arms. #SUB2#
Fochi has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Queen breaks Fochi's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Fochi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Queen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Queen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Queen trying to control but Fochi is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Fochi has his foot on Queen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Queen works his way back into a safe position though.
Fochi wants to hit a sweep here but Queen passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Fochi there!
Fochi working to try and regain half guard.
Michael Fochi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Queen breaks from Fochi's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T3#
Queen sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Fochi tries to reverse the position but Queen maintains control.
Queen working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Queen prevents Fochi from getting the reversal.
Fochi regains half guard.
Fochi is refusing to be controlled, as Queen sits in half guard.
Fochi is trying to control but can't. #T4#
Fochi has a hand on Queen's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Queen takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Queen postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Fochi looks a forlorn figure.
Queen landing shots from mount. #ROC#Fochi is rocked!
A big strike lands for Queen! That's really hurt Fochi and he's turned his back - Queen keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Queen jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Cyrus Deangelo Queen!
A relieved looking Cyrus Deangelo Queen thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: DMMA 260 Kwong vs Dreth
Date: Nov 12, 2023

#R1#
Fochi uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Cejka.
Cejka closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Cejka lands a really nice looking cross but Fochi seems unphased.
Cejka throws an overhand right that lands on Fochi's shoulder, as Fochi tries to avoid the shot.
Cejka jabs Fochi right on the nose. Fochi blinks but takes it well.
Fochi misses with a straight right.
Fochi tries to score with a low kick but Cejka moves his leg out of the way.
Cejka throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Fochi looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fochi 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#
Cejka is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Fochi tries to free his leg and advance position but Cejka is retaining full guard.
Cejka is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Brloh that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Cejka keeps moving.
Cejka wants to stand but Fochi is controlling the position.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cejka is looking to stand up but Fochi isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Fochi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Cejka.
Cejka throws a looping overhand right but Fochi ducks down to avoid it.
Cejka will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Cejka checks a leg kick nicely.
It looked like Cejka was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Fochi dives in for a single leg takedown but Cejka sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Nice defenses there by Fochi.#TD2#
Fochi throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Cejka tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Fochi is in Cejka's guard.
Fochi prevents Cejka from getting back to his feet.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fochi stops Cejka from standing up.
Fochi passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Fochi controlling from side mount.
Fochi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Cejka's legs.
Cejka is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Fochi asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T3#
Cejka prevents Fochi from improving position. #SUB2#
Fochi thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Cejka is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Fochi has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Fochi trying to control the action but Cejka is working from the bottom.
Cejka is trying to get back to his feet.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Cejka prevents Fochi from improving position.
Fochi is still trying to improve position.
Fochi controls the position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A swing and a miss from Cejka.
Cejka scores with a decent looking hook.
Fochi bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Cejka's head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Cejka takes a swing at Fochi's ribcage but misses.
Fochi looks to score with a jab to the body but Cejka is just out of range.
Cejka throws a lazy right hand but Fochi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fochi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Michael Fochi will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Cejka looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Cejka lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Fochi dives in for a single leg takedown but Cejka sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Cejka scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice straight punches there by Cejka. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Cejka.
Cejka takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Cestmir Cejka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fochi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Cejka avoids it really well and circles away.
Fochi walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Cejka throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cejka throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Fochi on the side of the head.
Cejka throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Cejka misses the jab.
Fochi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Cejka misses with an uppercut.
Fochi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cejka.
As Fochi looks to move away, Cejka throws a big counter combo but Fochi just gets out of the way.
Fochi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cejka.
Cejka throws an overhand right that lands on Fochi's shoulder, as Fochi tries to avoid the shot.
Cejka throws the left hand but Fochi avoids the punch easily.
Fochi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Cejka lands a nice shot that snaps Fochi's head back.
Fochi takes one to the side of the head.
Fochi throws a jab but it's blocked by Cejka.
A counter left hand to the body from Cejka misses its target.
Fochi scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #ROC2#Cejka is rocked!
Cejka throws a shot from downtown. Fochi moves away and avoids it.
Oh Cejka is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Cejka is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Cejka looks to land a left hand but Fochi moved out of range nicely.#TD2#
Fochi is looking for a takedown. Wow, that's a brutal slam - Cejka is in big trouble! Fochi is landing strikes from the mount and this one is all over! The ref jumps in to save a confused looking Cejka. Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Michael Fochi!

Event: DMMA 252 Fisher vs Rahamies
Date: Oct 22, 2023

#R1#
Fochi takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Fochi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Khrapov Jr lands a nice hook to Fochi's body. Fochi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Vasily Khrapov Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice cross by Fochi.#CUT2#It looks like Vasily Khrapov Jr has been cut.
Fochi fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Khrapov Jr avoids it really well and circles away.
Fochi throws a body punch but Khrapov Jr moves out of range.
Fochi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Khrapov Jr counters with a stiff right hand.
Fochi misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Khrapov Jr instigates a clinch. #TD#
Khrapov Jr turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fochi is not content to let Khrapov Jr control the position.
Khrapov Jr landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Khrapov Jr working the head with strikes. #T1#
Khrapov Jr scoring with punches from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi tries to improve position but can't.
Khrapov Jr trying to control the position but Fochi is working away.
Fochi takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Khrapov Jr is chipping away with strikes.
Fochi is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Khrapov Jr scoring with punches from side control.
Fochi takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Fochi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Khrapov Jr scores with a couple of short elbows.
Khrapov Jr is working Fochi over with some ground and pound from side control. #ROC#Fochi is rocked!
Khrapov Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fochi keeps working.
Fochi is still in real trouble! Can Khrapov Jr finish him?#T2#
Khrapov Jr lands a strong strike to the head of Fochi. That's dazed him! Khrapov Jr looking to finish here. Fochi is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Khrapov Jr lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vasily Khrapov Jr!

Event: DMMA 240 Nickel vs Roos
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
No luck for Fochi with that takedown attempt.
Fochi checks a low kick from Hang.
Hang throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fochi appears to be looking for a big counter.
Fochi defending well as Hang loads up on a big left hand. #TD#
Fochi drives through with a takedown into Hang's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fochi pushing down on Hang's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Hang tries to kick Fochi off but Fochi keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Fochi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Hang knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Fochi is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hang is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Fochi is controlling him.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Hang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Fochi tries to free his leg and advance position but Hang is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Hang managing to control the position.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Hang keeps moving.
Fochi looking to pass the guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Fochi is working hard here to advance position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Hang goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Fochi misses with a wild body shot.
Hang throws a big shot that misses.
Fochi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hang takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Fochi goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Fochi shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hang throws a lazy uppercut
and Fochi counters with a straight right hand.#ROC#Hang is rocked!
Fochi plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Hang to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Hang just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Michael Fochi!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 278
Date: Aug 25, 2023

#R1#
Andonian waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fochi.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Fochi.
Fochi works to advance to full mount. Andonian defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. #SUB2#
Andonian is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Fochi locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Andonian is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Fochi!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 275
Date: Aug 11, 2023

#R1#
Lankinen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fochi.
Lankinen swings for the body but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi scores with a jab to the body.
Lankinen scores with a nice strike.
Lankinen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lankinen scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fochi throws a poor cross that misses
and Lankinen counters with a straight right hand.
Lankinen is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lankinen moves away.
Lankinen throws a shot to the body.
Lankinen misses with a hook.#T1#
Fochi throws a hook but Lankinen avoids it easily.
Lankinen takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Fochi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Fochi defending well as Lankinen loads up on a big left hand.
Fochi with the counter takedown but Lankinen avoids it easily.
Fochi throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Lankinen to counter with a crisp jab.
Fochi staying out of range there.#TD2#
Fochi drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fochi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lankinen keeps working.
Lankinen is looking for a sweep.
Fochi is looking to take a break and control but Lankinen is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Fochi has knee on belly momentarily but Lankinen bucks him off and regains half guard.
Fochi controlling the pace.
Lankinen is refusing to be controlled, as Fochi sits in half guard.
Fochi controlling the action here.
Lankinen tries to get to full guard but Fochi has control of the leg. #T3#
Lankinen is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi is trying to control. Lankinen wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Fochi is pressing down on Lankinen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lankinen is holding on for now.
Fochi keeps trying to improve his position.
Fochi wants to control but Lankinen is keeping him busy.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Fochi is pressing down on Lankinen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Lankinen is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Fochi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lankinen has managed to free his arm - good work.
Fochi trying to control from Lankinen's half guard. Lankinen has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Lankinen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Lankinen keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass.
Fochi looking to sit in guard and control but Lankinen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Fochi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi looking to pass the guard.
Fochi advances position into side control!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nova Lankinen dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Fochi misses with a jab to the body
and Lankinen counters with a stiff right hand.
Fochi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Lankinen rather than just go for the knockout.
Fochi misses with an uppercut.
Fochi moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Fochi avoids the body shot from Lankinen.
Fochi misses with a body punch
and Lankinen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lankinen keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Michael Fochi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fochi shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lankinen defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lankinen scores with a jab.#T1#
Fochi throws a poor cross that misses #KD#
and Lankinen counters with a nice right hand that sends Fochi toppling to the canvas! Fochi scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Lankinen finish him?!#ROC#Fochi is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Michael Fochi has been cut.
A big right from Lankinen misses.
It seemed like Fochi was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Fochi is still on wobbly legs! Can Lankinen finish him?
Lankinen drops a shoulder and throws a monster hook that connects perfectly to the side of Fochi's head, knocking him out cold! Lankinen is extatic as he celebrates with his cornermen.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nova Lankinen!
An out of breath Nova Lankinen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 269
Date: Jul 19, 2023

#R1#
Rahman throws a lazy right hand but Fochi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rahman misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Fochi drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Rahman is not content to let Fochi control the position. #SUB#
Fochi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rahman 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi trying to control the action but Rahman is working from the bottom. #T1#
Rahman tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Rahman keeps trying to improve his position.
Fochi trying to control the position but Rahman is working away. #SUB#
Fochi goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Rahman has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Fochi but great work by Rahman.#SU2#
Rahman decides to stand back up.
Fochi jabs Rahman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rahman tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fochi was well out of range. Poor timing from Rahman.
Fochi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rahman wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#T2#
Rahman lands a nice hook to Fochi's body. Fochi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rahman, as that shot connected.
Fochi jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#It looks like Abdul Rahman has been cut.
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!
Fochi throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Fochi misses with a hook. Rahman ducked under it nicely.
Rahman scores with a hook.
Rahman's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fochi under the eye.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Fochi, as that shot connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rahman. Fochi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Fochi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rahman throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Rahman connects with the punch.
Fochi swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rahman counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jab, jab by Rahman - just one landing.
Rahman uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fochi.
Rahman misses with a double jab.
Fochi pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Rahman back to the cage. Fochi follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Rahman misses with a body shot.
Fochi half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Fochi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rahman counters with a nice body shot.
A swing and a miss from Fochi.
Fochi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rahman.#T4#
Rahman defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Fochi.
Rahman looks like he wants to counter punch here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rahman looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Fochi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rahman.
Rahman scores with a nice head shot.
Rahman fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rahman lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Fochi circles away quickly and effectively.
Fochi ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rahman scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fochi doesn't seem bothered though.
Rahman throws a lazy uppercut
and Fochi counters with a series of strikes. Rahman will be more careful next time no doubt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Abdul Rahman dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Abdul Rahman's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Fochi shoots in but Rahman avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Fochi misses with a body shot.
Rahman appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fochi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A shot to the liver by Fochi. Beautiful body shot.
Rahman missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice body punch from Fochi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi avoids the body shot from Rahman.
Fochi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rahman at a distance.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fochi.#T1#
Rahman throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rahman blocks a leg kick.
Rahman missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rahman stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rahman wants it to stay on the feet.
A punch lands to the side of Fochi 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fochi throws a body punch but Rahman moves out of range.
Fochi throws a jab but it's blocked by Rahman.
Rahman throws a poor cross that misses
and Rahman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#That has opened up Abdul Rahman's cut even more.
Rahman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fochi moves away.
Fochi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rahman.
Fochi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Abdul Rahman is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Rahman just misses with a punch to the body.
A quick step to the side and Fochi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rahman misses the shot to the body.
Rahman rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fochi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rahman looks to land a right hand but Fochi moved out of range.
Fochi is looking to wear down Rahman with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fochi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Fochi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fochi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fochi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3#
Fochi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rahman manages to avoid it.
Fochi jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fochi lands the left hand.
Rahman connects with a single shot there.
Rahman lands a nice hook to Fochi's body. Fochi takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Rahman connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Rahman lands with a good body shot.
Fochi throws an overhand right that lands on Rahman's shoulder, as Rahman tries to avoid the shot.
Fochi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rahman was well out of range. Poor timing from Fochi.
Rahman showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fochi. #T4#
Fochi misses with a shot to the body
and Rahman counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fochi scores with a nice strike.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rahman throws a left and a right that both miss
and Fochi counters with a left to the body.
Fochi scores with a sloppy right hand. Rahman should have avoided that one.
Rahman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rahman lands a nice looking body shot.
Abdul Rahman seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fochi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rahman.
Fochi loads up on a big right hand but Rahman slips the punch.
Rahman now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Michael Fochi will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Abdul Rahman's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Rahman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Rahman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fochi.
Fochi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Rahman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fochi.
Fochi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rahman missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rahman misses with a hook #TD#
and Fochi counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Rahman keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass.
Fochi postures up. #T1#
Fochi trying to control but Rahman is working from the bottom.
Fochi preventing the sweep.
Rahman keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass.
Michael Fochi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Rahman keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#ES2#
Rahman scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Fochi misses with a body shot
and Rahman connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rahman swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T2#
Rahman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rahman fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fochi manages to avoid it.
Fochi goes for a double leg but Rahman avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rahman continues to drive forward.
Fochi lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fochi misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Rahman escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Fochi misses with a body shot.
Fochi steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rahman.
Fochi dips to his left and cracks Rahman with an uppercut!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rahman catches Fochi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Rahman throws a shot to the body. #T3#
Fochi takes a swing at Rahman's ribcage but misses.
Fochi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Fochi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Rahman.
Rahman misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Fochi swings widly with a right hand
and Rahman counters with a nice uppercut.
Rahman scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rahman, as that shot connected.
Fochi misses with a straight right.
Rahman looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Fochi throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Rahman makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fochi misses with a combination
and Rahman counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rahman is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rahman takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rahman misses with a straight left.
Fochi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Fochi throws a lazy right hand but Rahman sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rahman connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Fochi's hands.
Rahman has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Rahman lands the left hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Abdul Rahman comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Rahman has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Abdul Rahman!

Event: Sucker Punch Pro Series 262
Date: Jun 23, 2023

#R1#
Asakura waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fochi.
Fochi slips a jab from Asakura.
Good shot there by Fochi.
Asakura misses with the combination. #TD#
Fochi closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi moves into full mount!
Asakura can't escape the position. #SUB#
Fochi is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Asakura is surviving well by controlling Fochi's body position as best he can.
Asakura stops Fochi from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Asakura wants to control but Fochi is having none of it.#T1#
Fochi mounts Asakura! Really nice guard pass there!
Fochi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Asakura is squirming around, avoiding Fochi's attempts to control the action.
Fochi avoids the attempt from Asakura to control.
Fochi can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Asakura is looking to escape.
Fochi wants to take Asakura's back here but Asakura is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Fochi takes Asakura's back. #SUB#
Fochi is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Asakura is defending well though. Fochi let's go of the attempt for now.
Fochi trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position. #SUB#
Fochi looking for the RNC.
A lull in the action here.
Fochi is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Asakura is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T3#
Fochi is trying to stick to Asakura's back but Asakura is turning into Fochi. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Fochi's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Asakura.
Asakura preventing the sweep.
Fochi is trying to keep Asakura in close.
Fochi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Asakura postures up in Fochi's guard and throws a big left but Fochi blocks it. #SUB#
Fochi looking for a guillotine here but Asakura defends easily.
Asakura is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Fochi tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4#
Asakura wants to control from the top but Fochi keeps moving.
Fochi manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Asakura manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Fochi is pushing down on Asakura's leg trying to pass to half guard. Asakura is fighting to maintain full guard but Fochi has managed to sneak the leg through.
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Asakura is defending well. #SUB#
Fochi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Asakura is just riding it out for now. Fochi eventually gives up the hold.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Asakura is trying to stand back up but Fochi is controlling him
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Fochi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Asakura throws a leg kick which misses Fochi's front leg but catches the back leg as Fochi tries to avoid it.
Fochi blocks a jab.
Fochi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for Asakura.
Asakura tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Fochi misses with a two punch combination.
Asakura on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Asakura misses with a right hand #TD#
and Fochi counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Fochi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi stalling. #T1#
Fochi is trying to control. Asakura wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Fochi controlling the action here.
Asakura won't allow Fochi to pass to mount.
Michael Fochi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fochi controlling the pace.
Asakura is in trouble now - Fochi has advanced to mount!
Fochi trying to control but Asakura is having none of it. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Asakura is really trying hard to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Fochi swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Asakura is now in Fochi's guard. A big mistake from Fochi there, giving up the dominant position!
Asakura tries to stand but Fochi is controlling from the bottom.
Fochi keeping full guard, as Asakura tries to pass. #SUB#
Fochi has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Asakura doesn't defend quickly enough and Fochi has managed to lock this one up! Can Asakura escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Fochi on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Michael Fochi!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Heart throws a lazy right hand but Fochi sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fochi scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fochi circles away from the clinch attempt
and Fochi counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fochi takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there. #TD2#
Fochi looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Heart!#SUB2#
Fochi is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Heart has escaped the position, nice work there.
Heart is trying to get back to half guard.
Fochi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Heart's legs.
Fochi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Heart keeps working.
Heart gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Heart controlling the position for now.#T1#
Heart moves into full guard.
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Heart is keeping the position.
Fochi won't allow Heart to sweep him here.
Heart will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Heart has control of Fochi's left arm, preventing Fochi from doing any damage.
Fochi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Heart swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Heart is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Heart tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Heart is adopting a defensive guard.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Heart keeps moving.
Fochi stopping the sweep attempt from Heart.
Fochi looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Fochi postures up. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Fochi gets a takedown into half guard.
Heart knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Fochi on the ground.#SUB2#
Fochi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Heart is trying to get back to full guard.#T3#
Fochi is thwarting Heart's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Fochi is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Fochi is looking for a kimura here.
Heart wants to control but Fochi is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Fochi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Heart doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Fochi.
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Heart is defending well. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Heart is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Fochi is trying to work for a kimura but Heart is defending well.
Fochi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Heart keeps working.
Heart is looking to control Fochi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Heart avoid being mounted?
Fochi is pressing down on Heart's thigh, looking to free his foot. Heart is holding on for now.
Fochi is looking to take a break and control but Heart is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
The fighters are battling for position here. Heart manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Heart digs a good hook to Fochi's body.
Heart lands a leg kick that knocks Fochi off balance momentarily.
Heart lands with a shot to the body. #TD2#
Fochi shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Fochi was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Heart is looking to reverse the position.
Fochi has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fochi tries to move into full mount but can't pass Heart's legs. #SUB2#
Fochi wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Heart, who protects the arm well.
Fochi trying to control the position but Heart is working away.
Heart is looking for a sweep.
Heart is working hard here to advance position.
Fochi trying to control the action but Heart is working from the bottom. #T1##SUB2#
Fochi thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Heart is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Heart manages to get back to half guard.
Fochi wants to free his trapped foot but Heart is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Fochi is taking a breather. Heart 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.
Heart is trying to control but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi is looking to advance position but Heart won't allow it.
Heart works his way to full guard. Good work.
Heart trying to control the position here.
Fochi won't allow Heart to sweep him here. #T2#
Fochi slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Heart tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Heart pulls Fochi in close to his closed guard and prevents Fochi from doing any damage or advancing position.
Heart is trying to control the position but Fochi postures up.
Fochi tries to free his leg and advance position but Heart is retaining full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Heart holds on and takes a little breather.
Heart is trying to keep Fochi in close.
Fochi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Heart swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Fochi preventing the sweep. #T3#
Heart controlling Fochi's posture. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Heart has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Fochi finds it's way round the side to connect with Heart's head. #CUT2#It looks like That Heart has been cut.
Fochi avoids the head kick by Heart.
Fochi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD2#
Fochi scores with a takedown into Heart's guard.
Heart keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass.
Heart lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Fochi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Heart can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Heart wants to pass the guard but Fochi is keeping the position.
Fochi wants to sweep here but Heart controlling him for the moment. #T4#
Heart trying to control the position from guard on top but Fochi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Heart is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Heart'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.#SUB2#
Fochi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Heart is aware though and is defending well.
Heart trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #SUB2#
Fochi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Heart defends well.
Heart controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi keeping full guard, as Heart tries to pass.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on That Heart's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Heart lands with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Heart misses the target.
Fochi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Heart moves away.
Heart wants to clinch up but Fochi keeps it at a distance.
Heart loads up on a big right hand but Fochi slips the punch.
Fochi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A jab lands there for Heart.
Heart swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fochi lands with a shot to the body.
Heart misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Heart jabs Fochi to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Heart misses with an uppercut #TD2#
so Fochi counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Heart keeping moving, preventing Fochi from controlling successfully. #T1#
Fochi postures up. #SUB2#
Fochi thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Heart trying to control the position.
Fochi forces his way into half guard.
Fochi is thwarting Heart's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Fochi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Michael Fochi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Heart is trying to maintain the position but Fochi is very close to passing his half guard.
Fochi wants to lay and pray for a moment but Heart keeps working. #T2#
Heart trying to control from the bottom.
Heart is concentrating on defense, preventing Fochi from advancing position.
Heart is trying to control but can't. #SUB2#
Fochi is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Heart tries to roll over but Fochi keeps him under control.
Heart gets full guard.
Fochi trying to control but Heart is working from the bottom.
Heart is adopting a defensive guard.
Heart working a defensive guard here.
Fochi looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Heart is adopting a defensive guard.
Heart keeping moving, preventing Fochi from controlling successfully.
Fochi pushes down on Heart's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Heart is trying to maintain the position but Fochi is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Fochi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Heart is defending well. #SUB2#
Fochi is trying to work for a kimura but Heart is defending well. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Heart has his hands clasped together around Fochi's back. He's all about the action.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but Heart defending well.
Heart has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fochi is working away from the top position though.
Heart controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Fochi is looking for a kimura here.
Michael Fochi is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Heart is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Fochi comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Fochi 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 Josh West scores the fight 27:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Fochi!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 08, 2023

#R1#
Fochi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fochi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Phantom wants to counter the offense by Fochi and move into the clinch position.
Phantom tries to clinch but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Phantom looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
A jab from Phantom misses.
Phantom tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Fochi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Phantom looks to score with a jab to the body but Fochi is just out of range.#CL2#
Phantom has Fochi up against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi presses Phantom against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
We've been hearing reports that Fochi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Fochi lands a body shot in the clinch. #TD#
Fochi is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Phantom can't fight it off and eventually Fochi manages to take the fight to the floor. Phantom looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in 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!
Phantom looking to hit a scissor sweep but Fochi is one step ahead there. #T1#
Phantom being controlled here, momentarily.
Phantom preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Phantom really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fochi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fochi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Fochi slips nicely into half guard.
Phantom keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Fochi throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #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.
Fochi missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Phantom blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fochi.
Fochi trying to mount his opponent but Phantom defends it.
Fochi looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Fochi is keen to just control but Phantom is a slippery customer.
Fochi performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Phantom can do anything to dispel that myth.
Fochi not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Fochi not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Fochi missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Fochi is keen to just control but Phantom is a slippery customer.
Phantom won't allow Fochi to pass to mount.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Phantom blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fochi.
Phantom blocking the ground and pound attempt from Fochi.
Fochi tries to pass to full mount but Phantom defends it.
Fochi not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Fochi sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Fochi throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
Fochi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Phantom does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fochi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Phantom avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Fochi.
Fochi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Phantom knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Fochi not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Fochi tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Phantom won't allow Fochi to pass to mount. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi throws a head kick but Phantom moves out of range.
Phantom swings for the body but Fochi moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Fochi misses with a series of wild punches.
Fochi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Phantom can do to turn this around?
Phantom checks a low kick from Fochi.
Fochi lands a jab to the nose.
Michael Fochi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Phantom avoids the head kick by Fochi.
Phantom is looking to clinch but Fochi is avoiding it.
Fochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Fochi tries a head kick but it misses.
Fochi cracks Phantom with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Phantom avoids the head kick by Fochi.
Phantom steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Fochi.
Phantom fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Phantom is looking to clinch. #TD#
Fochi gets a double leg takedown into Phantom's guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Phantom keeps moving. #T1#
Fochi loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Fochi 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.
Fochi advances to half guard.
Michael Fochi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Phantom wants to improve his position but Fochi is controlling well.
Fochi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Phantom keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Fochi wants to take a breather but Phantom is having none of it.
Fochi slows the pace down in half guard.
Fochi thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T2##SUB#
Fochi is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Phantom defends it well.
Fochi is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Fochi sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Fochi punching from mount but Phantom doing a good job of avoiding damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi throws some wild stikes that Phantom manages to avoid easily.
Fochi looking to finish with strikes here!
Fochi misses with a head shot.#T3#
Fochi throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Fochi thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Fochi wants to control the pace but Phantom is squirming around nicely.
Fochi throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Fochi unloads with some shots from mount but Phantom bucks and avoids them well.
Fochi punching from mount but Phantom doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Fochi throws some wild stikes that Phantom manages to avoid easily.
Fochi thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Fochi throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Phantom because Fochi loaded up on that one.
Phantom is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage. #T4#
Fochi punching from mount but Phantom doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Phantom is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Fochi thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Fochi looking to ground and pound but Phantom is blocking nicely.
Fochi sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Phantom avoids a series of strikes thrown by Fochi.
Phantom is squirming around, avoiding Fochi's attempts to control the action.
Phantom manages to regain half guard whilst avoiding the strikes.
Fochi looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Fochi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that second round.
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#
Fochi throws a sloppy head kick and Phantom moves out of range easily.
Fochi misses with a low kick.
Phantom moves out of range of the body kick from Fochi.
Phantom doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fochi lands a body shot.
Phantom fails with a takedown attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Phantom looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Fochi thinks about countering with a head kick.
Fochi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fochi throws a head kick but Phantom moves out of range.
Fochi throws a sloppy head kick and Phantom moves out of range easily.
Fochi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fochi misses with a low kick. #T1#
Fochi looks to throw a body kick#TD2#
and Phantom counters with a nice double leg into side control. Fochi won't be happy with that.
Fochi gets back to half guard.
Phantom trying to control the action but Fochi is working from the bottom.
Phantom is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Phantom throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Phantom thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Phantom lands with a punch from half guard.
Phantom misses with a head shot. Fochi uses the momentum to regain guard.
Fochi has momentary wrist control but Phantom slips an elbow through the middle.
Phantom trying to control but Fochi is working from the bottom.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Fochi holds on and takes a little breather. #T2##SUB#
Fochi is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Phantom has his hands clasped together but Fochi extends and breaks Phantom's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Fochi.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Fochi!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 06, 2023

#R1#
Sukarman tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fochi swivels and escapes.
Sukarman looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Fochi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sutarjo Sukarman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
A head kick misses from Fochi.
Fochi lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Fochi drops Sukarman with a straight right hand, right on the button! Fochi follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Fochi!
In defeat, Sutarjo Sukarman stepped up to the mic, saying 'Next i'll win'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 26, 2023

#R1#
Coooie Cobber misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Coooie Cobber lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Some wild striking there from Coooie Cobber.
Fochi blocks a head kick by Coooie Cobber.
Fochi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Coooie Cobber throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Coooie Cobber misses with a kick to the body.
Fochi attempts a counter takedown but Coooie Cobber avoids it well and moves away.
Fochi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fochi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Coooie Cobber sprawls and moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Fochi drives through with a takedown into Coooie Cobber's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Coooie Cobber keeping moving, preventing Fochi from controlling successfully.
Fochi would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T1#
Fochi looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Fochi drops back looking for a leg! Coooie Cobber is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Coooie Cobber manages to kick Fochi off! Fochi jumps back into Coooie Cobber's guard.
Coooie Cobber trying to control the position here.
Coooie Cobber keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass.
Coooie Cobber is looking to stand up but Fochi isn't so interested in that idea.
Fochi won't allow Coooie Cobber to sweep him here. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Coooie Cobber working a defensive guard here.
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Coooie Cobber is keeping the position.
Fochi preventing the sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Coooie Cobber has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Coooie Cobber throws a sloppy head kick and Fochi moves out of range easily.
Coooie Cobber throws a lazy uppercut
and Fochi counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Coooie Cobber throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Fochi misses the target.
A jab from Fochi finds it's way through Coooie Cobber's defenses.
Coooie Cobber throws a head kick but Fochi moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Fochi misses the target.
Coooie Cobber misses with a straight left. #T3#
Coooie Cobber tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fochi swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Coooie Cobber takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Fochi misses with a straight right.
Fochi scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Andy Coooie Cobber seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Coooie Cobber throws a sloppy head kick
and Fochi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Coooie Cobber keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Coooie Cobber bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fochi throws an off balance right hand
and Coooie Cobber counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Fochi takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Coooie Cobber throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Fochi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fochi is looking to counter punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Coooie Cobber misses with a body shot.
Fochi tries to counter with a takedown but Coooie Cobber is quick to defend against it.
A punch combination from Coooie Cobber misses.
Coooie Cobber uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fochi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fochi tests Coooie Cobber's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Coooie Cobber just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Coooie Cobber closes the distance and pushes Fochi back into the cage.#BC2#
Coooie Cobber breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Coooie Cobber swinging wildly here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Andy Coooie Cobber will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Coooie Cobber misses with a wild body shot.
Fochi half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A big left from Coooie Cobber misses.
Fochi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Coooie Cobber throws a head kick that Fochi semi-blocks.
Coooie Cobber misses with a double jab
and Fochi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Coooie Cobber throws a series of punches but Fochi moves out of range.
Coooie Cobber throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coooie Cobber misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Coooie Cobber lands a nice shot to the body.
Fochi moves away from the strike by Coooie Cobber.
Fochi half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Fochi throws a nice looking combination but Coooie Cobber bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1#
Coooie Cobber misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Coooie Cobber.
Coooie Cobber connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Andy Coooie Cobber seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Coooie Cobber misses its intended target.
Coooie Cobber misses with a hook. Fochi ducked under it nicely.
Fochi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Fochi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Coooie Cobber avoids the body shot from Fochi.
Coooie Cobber misses with a lunging right hand
and Fochi counters with a nice uppercut.
Coooie Cobber looking to land some kicks to the body here. #T2#
Fochi throws a right hand that misses
and Coooie Cobber counters with a stiff right hand.
Coooie Cobber throws a sloppy head kick and Fochi moves out of range easily.
A quick step to the side and Fochi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Coooie Cobber lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jab by Coooie Cobber.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Coooie Cobber swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fochi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Coooie Cobber sprawls and moves away.#TD#
Fochi bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Coooie Cobber is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Fochi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Coooie Cobber is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Coooie Cobber is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Fochi moves into full mount!
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Coooie Cobber can do anything to dispel that myth.
Coooie Cobber is in all sorts of trouble here.
Fochi takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Coooie Cobber has given up his back. Will we see Fochi going for some submissions? #SUB#
Coooie Cobber defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Fochi's arms.
Michael Fochi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Coooie Cobber is trying to break free. #SUB#
Fochi is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Coooie Cobber is defending well though. Fochi let's go of the attempt for now.#T4#
Fochi not allowing Coooie Cobber to control his hands.
Coooie Cobber really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fochi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Fochi looking for the choke but no joy.
Coooie Cobber is trying to get back to his feet but Fochi has full control of the position and if anything, Coooie Cobber has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Coooie Cobber showing good submission defense here. #SUB#
Coooie Cobber is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Fochi gets his way!
Coooie Cobber is trying to get back to his feet but Fochi has full control of the position and if anything, Coooie Cobber has just worked his way into a worse spot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Andy Coooie Cobber will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Coooie Cobber scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Coooie Cobber misses the shot to the body.
Fochi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Coooie Cobber's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Coooie Cobber duly obliges.
Coooie Cobber misses with an uppercut.
Fochi is trying hard to land a takedown here. Coooie Cobber sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Fochi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Coooie Cobber moves away.#CL2#
Coooie Cobber has taken the fight to the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Coooie Cobber's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fochi blocks a head kick by Coooie Cobber.
Fochi is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Fochi tries to score a power double leg takedown but Coooie Cobber sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Fochi somewhat.
Coooie Cobber doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T1#
Fochi slips a jab and a cross from Coooie Cobber. #TD#
Fochi scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #ES2#
Coooie Cobber has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Fochi is on him like a limpet, forcing Coooie Cobber back against the cage.
Coooie Cobber has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Fochi decides to pull guard.
Coooie Cobber wants to get up but he can't break Fochi's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Fochi escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Coooie Cobber gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SU2#
Coooie Cobber decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Fochi, up you get!
The fighters circling - Fochi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little jabbing left from Coooie Cobber on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Michael Fochi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Andy Coooie Cobber is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Coooie Cobber tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fochi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fochi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Coooie Cobber rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Fochi counters with a takedown 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!
Fochi tries to stand but Coooie Cobber is controlling his head.
Coooie Cobber manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Coooie Cobber seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up. #SUB#
Fochi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Coooie Cobber pulls his head out easily.
Coooie Cobber prevents Fochi from improving his position.#T3##SU2#
Coooie Cobber stands up and beckons Fochi to join him on the feet.
Coooie Cobber scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Coooie Cobber throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fochi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Coooie Cobber thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Fochi if he has to take too many more of those.
Coooie Cobber lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Coooie Cobber fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fochi on the side of the head.
Coooie Cobber with a jab.
Fochi lands with an uppercut that bounces Coooie Cobber off the cage and back into range.
Coooie Cobber ducks under a wild hook from Fochi.#T4#
Coooie Cobber lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Coooie Cobber.
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!
Coooie Cobber connects with a jab.
Coooie Cobber tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Fochi misses the jab.
Fochi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Coooie Cobber counters with a head kick. That will keep Fochi thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Fochi gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Coooie Cobber throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fochi fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Fochi showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Coooie Cobber.
Fochi tries to counter with a takedown but Coooie Cobber is quick to defend against it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Andy Coooie Cobber comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Coooie Cobber 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 Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 27:30
Judge Thiago Cunha scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 20, 2023

#R1#
Fochi throws a low kick but Crux avoids it.
Crux doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Crux fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fochi will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Crux is looking for the big counter here.
Crux moves in looking to clinch but Fochi pushes him off.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
Fochi looks for the body kick but Crux saw that one coming.
Crux tries to clinch up.
Fochi keeps the fight on the outside.
Michael Fochi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crux blocks a head kick by Fochi.
A head kick misses from Fochi.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crux paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
Crux blocks the body kick.
We've been hearing reports that Fochi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Fochi tries a head kick but it misses. #T1#
Crux moves out of range as Fochi throws a body kick.
Fochi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fochi throws a leg kick that misses.
Crux lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A head kick misses from Fochi.
As Fochi backs off Crux throws a huge counter combo but Fochi manages to avoid it all.
Fochi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Crux keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Crux tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Crux moves out of range of the leg kick from Fochi.
Crux throws a jab but it's blocked by Fochi.
Crux is looking to clinch but Fochi is avoiding it.
As Crux backs away, Fochi returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Fochi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Despite the aggression on Crux's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T2#
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Fochi throws a body kick that misses.
Fochi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Crux moves out of range of the body kick.
Fochi misses with an attempted mid kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Crux misses.
Crux checks a low kick from Fochi.
Fochi tries to score with a low kick but Crux moves his leg out of the way.
Crux doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fochi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Crux is looking for the big counter here.
A combination from Crux does no damage.
Crux looks winded!
Fochi pivots, looking for a leg kick but Crux is out of range and Fochi settles back down.
Fochi throws a wild body kick that Crux sees coming a mile off.
Fochi tried to score with a low kick but Crux checks it.
As Fochi backs off Crux throws a huge counter combo but Fochi manages to avoid it all.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T3#
Fochi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Crux has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Fochi is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Crux blocks the body kick.
Crux wants to clinch up but Fochi keeps it at a distance.
Crux doesn't manage to clinch there - Fochi circles away.
Crux checks a leg kick nicely.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fochi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Crux takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A head kick misses from Fochi.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Crux checks the leg kick nicely there. #T4#
Fochi tries a head kick but it misses.
Fochi throws the kick towards the body but Crux avoids it.
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Crux moves in looking to clinch but Fochi pushes him off.
Crux misses with a looping right.
Fochi misses with a kick to the body.
Fochi throws a body kick that misses.
Fochi misses with a leg kick.
Crux moves out of range of the body kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Crux takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Crux! But no joy.
A clash of legs there as Crux blocks the low kick.
Crux is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Fochi misses with a low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that round.
That's time! Fochi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Crux avoids the head kick by Fochi.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and moves out of range.
Crux moves out of range of the body kick from Fochi.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
Fochi is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Crux can do to turn this around?
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Crux unleashes a big counter combination but Fochi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Crux blocks a head kick by Fochi.
As Fochi backs off Crux throws a huge counter combo but Fochi manages to avoid it all.
Alex Crux is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fochi tries a head kick but it misses.
Fochi throws a body kick that misses.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and checks it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#TD#
Crux gets caught flat footed, as Fochi shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Fochi controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Crux is breathing heavily.#T1#
Fochi postures up in Crux's guard and throws a big left but Crux blocks it.
Fochi showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SU#
Fochi stands and steps away. Crux gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Michael Fochi is winning the standup battle so far.
Fochi attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Fochi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fochi throws a head kick but Crux moves out of range.
Fochi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Crux checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Crux now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Fochi wants to slow Crux down by chopping away at his legs.
Crux unleashes a big counter combination but Fochi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Fochi tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Crux throws a counter combo.#T2#
Crux checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Crux let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Crux moves out of range of the body kick.
Fochi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Fochi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fochi tries to land a front kick but Crux steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Good work by Fochi as he checks the leg kick.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Despite the aggression on Crux's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Some bone on bone action there as Crux checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Fochi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Fochi misses with an attempted mid kick.
Crux moves out of range as Fochi throws a body kick.
Crux is looking for the big counter here.
Crux throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T3#
Fochi misses with a low kick.
Crux unleashes a big counter combination but Fochi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Some bone on bone action there as Crux checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Crux tries to close the distance and clinch up but Fochi swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Crux avoids the head kick by Fochi.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Fochi thows a leg kick but Crux checks it
and Crux counters with a three punch combo that has Fochi backing up. Fochi nods at Crux to acknowledge the strikes.
Fochi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fochi misses with a low kick.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
Crux blocks a head kick by Fochi.
Fochi tried to score with a low kick but Crux checks it.#T4#
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fochi tries a low kick but Crux avoids it.
Fochi walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Crux checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Crux blocks a head kick by Fochi.
Fochi tries to land a front kick but Crux steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Crux moves out of range of the body kick.
Fochi throws a push kick but Crux slaps the foot to one side.
A nice side step and Crux releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fochi misses with a body kick.
Alex Crux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fochi tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Crux keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Crux steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Fochi throws a body kick that misses.
Crux unleashes a big counter combination but Fochi bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Fochi throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Fochi is looking to score with low kicks.
Fochi throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Crux is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Fochi throws a low kick but Crux avoids it.
Fochi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Crux avoids a kick to the body.
Crux is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Crux avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Fochi pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Crux let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Fochi throws a half hearted mid kick.
Crux takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi pivots, looking for a leg kick but Crux is out of range and Fochi settles back down.
Fochi misses with a low kick.
A leg kick checked by Crux.
Fochi swings away with a leg kick that misses.#T1#
Fochi tries a head kick but it misses.
A nice side step and Crux releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fochi tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Crux is able to avoid easily.
A clash of legs there as Crux blocks the low kick.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Crux misses with a wild body shot.
Fochi misses with a body kick.
Crux throws a counter combo.
Crux checks a leg kick.
Crux blocks a head kick by Fochi.
Fochi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fochi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Crux blocks the leg kick. #T2#
Fochi avoids the body shot from Crux.
Fochi tried to score with a low kick but Crux checks it.
Fochi throws a sloppy head kick and Crux moves out of range easily. #TD#
Fochi scores with a takedown into Crux's guard.
Fochi 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.
Crux utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Crux wants to stand up but Fochi is controlling him. #SU#
Fochi stands and steps away. Crux gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Fochi goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Crux checks a leg kick.
Crux is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Fochi rather than just go for the knockout.#T3#
Crux blocks the body kick.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
Fochi throws a low kick but Crux moves out of range easily.
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Fochi throws a leg kick but Crux sees it coming and moves out of range.
Fochi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
A clash of legs there as Crux blocks the low kick.
Crux let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
Fochi gets a double leg takedown into Crux's guard.
Fochi showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Fochi throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Crux works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Fochi passes Crux's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fochi not doing much here.
Fochi missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi throwing shots but Crux is blocking nicely.
Fochi thows a huge punch but Crux dodges it nicely.
Alex Crux has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Michael Fochi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Fochi throwing shots but Crux is blocking nicely.

And that's the end of the fight!
Michael Fochi showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fochi 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 30:27
Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Fochi!

Event: Bellicose XXXIX
Date: Apr 01, 2023

#R1#
Fochi darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Tepes lV is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Fochi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Fochi avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Fochi lands a nice shot that snaps Tepes lV's head back.
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy.
Fochi walks into a stiff left hand from Tepes lV.
Fochi throws a hook but Tepes lV blocks it.
Fochi throws out a loose jab but Tepes lV uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tepes lV cracks Fochi with a right hand to the side of the head.
Fochi tests Tepes lV's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fochi misses with a hook
and Tepes lV counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tepes lV takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Sloppy strikes from Fochi. Those never looked like landing.
Fochi misses with a looping right.#T1#
Nice jab there from Tepes lV.
Tepes lV misses with a hook.
Tepes lV lands with an overhand left.
Fochi takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD#
Tepes lV gets a takedown into half guard.
Tepes lV controlling the action here.
Tepes lV is trying to control the action in half guard but Fochi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fochi trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no! #T2#
Tepes lV tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Fochi is working to get back to half guard.
Tepes lV with good strikes from the mount here!
Tepes lV will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice elbow there by Tepes lV.
Fochi 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.
Fochi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tepes lV scores with a couple of good head shots there. #ROC#Fochi is rocked!
Tepes lV has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Fochi's face.
Fochi is still in real trouble! Can Tepes lV finish him?
A big strike lands for Tepes lV! That's really hurt Fochi and he's turned his back - Tepes lV keeps firing away and the ref dives in to stop the fight! Tepes lV jumps to his feet to celebrate the victory!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Vlad Tepes lV!
Vlad Tepes lV decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Bellicose XXIX
Date: Feb 25, 2023

#R1#
Pizziconi tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Fochi swivels and escapes.
Fochi scores with a nice right hand.
Pizziconi shoots in for a double leg but Fochi sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Fochi cracks Pizziconi with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Pizziconi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Fochi pinned against the cage. Fochi gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Osmany Pizziconi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck for Pizziconi with that takedown attempt. #TD#
Pizziconi 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Pizziconi will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Fochi trying to control the position.
Fochi tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Fochi is trying to control the position but Pizziconi postures up.
Fochi keeping full guard, as Pizziconi tries to pass.
Pizziconi 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.#T1#
Pizziconi distracts Fochi with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Fochi working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pizziconi.
Pizziconi postures up and lands a big shot to Fochi's brow.
Fochi keeping moving, preventing Pizziconi from controlling successfully.
Fochi 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.
Pizziconi trying to control but Fochi is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Pizziconi's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pizziconi won't allow Fochi to sweep him here.
Pizziconi's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2##SUB2#
Fochi throws his legs up looking for a submission but Pizziconi uses it to pass to side control.
Fochi dodges the ground and pound from Pizziconi.#SUB#
Pizziconi is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fochi has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Pizziconi looks up at the clock and then as Fochi takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Pizziconi smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Fochi gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Pizziconi fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Pizziconi lands a couple of nice shots there from mount. #ROC#Fochi is rocked!
Pizziconi postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Fochi bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Pizziconi and the fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Osmany Pizziconi!
In his post fight interview, Osmany Pizziconi started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Bellicose XX
Date: Jan 21, 2023

#R1#
A cross from Fochi lands.
Sova fails to land with a series of punches.
Sova looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sova walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Fochi takes a swing at Sova's ribcage but misses.
Sova ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fochi moves away.
Fochi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sova throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've been informed that Fochi has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Sova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Sova throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Jab by Sova.
Sova scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fochi takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fochi takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#KD2#
Fochi drops Sova with a beautiful combination! Sova stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Fochi is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Sova is rocked!
A punch combination from Sova misses.
Oh Sova is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sova looks to land a combination but Fochi avoids it well.
Fochi misses with an uppercut.
Sova getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Sova seems to have got his legs back now.
Fochi jabs at Sova's body.
Sova pulls out of a head kick attempt. #T1#
Sova on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fochi lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Sova's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fochi under the eye.
Sova misses with an uppercut. Fochi saw that one coming.#KD2#
Fochi sends Sova crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Fochi is motioning to the referee to let Sova up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
A combination from Sova does no damage.
Sova swings for the body but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sova.
Fochi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sova cracks Fochi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sova fails to land with a series of punches.
Fochi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Sova uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Fochi.
Sova fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#KD2#
Fochi sends Sova crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Fochi is motioning to the referee to let Sova up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Sova slips a straight right by Fochi.
Fochi throws a jab when Sova was well out of range.
Sova dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sova uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fochi.
Sova throws a quick inside leg kick. #T2#
Sova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Fochi misses the jab.
Fochi takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Sova slips a jab and a cross from Fochi.
Sova swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fochi with the counter takedown but Sova avoids it easily.
Fochi misses with a wild body shot.
Sova swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fochi looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Fochi connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Sova misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Fochi throws a jab when Sova was well out of range.
A big right from Sova misses.
Sova fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Fochi on the side of the head.
Fochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice cross by Fochi.
Fochi avoids the head kick by Sova.
Nice cross by Fochi.
Nice cross by Fochi.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Fochi lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sova doesn't seem phased though.
Pavel Sova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sova throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Sova is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Sova misses with a kick to the body
and Fochi counters with a crisp right that sends Sova to the canvas! Fochi follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Fochi!

Event: BelIicose IX
Date: Dec 10, 2022

#R1#
Cooper lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Cooper is looking to clinch.
Cooper shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Fochi as he jumps to the side.
Cooper misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Fochi with a jab.
Fochi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cooper.
Cooper checks the leg kick nicely there.
Fochi avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Cooper throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Cooper with the counter takedown but Fochi avoids it easily.
Fochi throws a head kick but Cooper moves out of range.
Fochi tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooper tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fochi paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fochi pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#CL2#
Cooper has taken the fight to the clinch.
Fochi softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Fochi lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #CUT#It looks like Jeff Cooper has been cut.#T1##TD#
Fochi manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Cooper won't allow Fochi to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Fochi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cooper defends it easily.#SUB#
Fochi is looking for a triangle but Cooper pushes his legs off easily.
Cooper must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Cooper wants to pass the guard but Fochi is keeping the position.#SUB#
Fochi working for a triangle but Cooper defends it easily.
Cooper won't allow Fochi to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Cooper got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fochi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cooper has managed to get both his arms back between Fochi's legs - danger averted.
Cooper tries to free his leg and advance position but Fochi is retaining full guard. #T2##SUB#
Fochi looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Cooper has picked Fochi up and slammed him! Fochi can't keep hold of the triangle and Cooper manages to pass to side control!#SUB2#
Cooper thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Fochi sneaks back into half guard.
Fochi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Cooper's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Cooper's back!#SUB#
Fochi looking to break Cooper's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Cooper remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Fochi will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Cooper is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Fochi has locked on a rear naked choke here! Cooper is tapping out! The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michael Fochi!

Event: LAFC FN 10
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Ajuricaba.
The fighters circle momentarily. Fochi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A telegraphed right hand from Ajuricaba misses the target.
Fochi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ajuricaba thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ajuricaba wants to land a leg kick but Fochi is out of range.
Fochi throws a leg kick
and Ajuricaba counters with a nice body shot.
Michael Fochi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fochi looks to land a right hand but Ajuricaba moved out of range.
A head kick misses from Fochi.
Ajuricaba throws a wild body kick that Fochi sees coming a mile off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ajuricaba throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fochi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Ajuricaba misses with a hook
and Fochi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Ajuricaba throws a body kick that misses.
A quick step to the side and Fochi tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T1#
Fochi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Fochi misses with a kick to the body
and Ajuricaba counters with a nice uppercut.
Ajuricaba lands with a straight right. Fochi didn't see that one coming.
Fochi pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ajuricaba scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
It seemed like Ajuricaba was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ajuricaba throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A shot to the body from Ajuricaba misses
letting Fochi counter with a right hand.
Fochi throws a lazy head kick
and Ajuricaba counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Ajuricaba ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fochi moves away.
Ajuricaba blocks a head kick by Fochi.
Fochi misses with a head kick.
Ajuricaba throws out a counter right but Fochi avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Fochi throws an off balance right hand
and Fochi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've been hearing reports that Fochi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fochi attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Fochi misses with a straight right.
Fochi misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Fochi slips under a jab from Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba misses with a right hand #TD#
and Fochi counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Fochi has gone for a leg lock! Ajuricaba slips out almost immediately though and dives into Fochi's guard.#REVB#
Ajuricaba preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Fochi looking for a guillotine here but Ajuricaba defends easily.
Ajuricaba slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
Fochi tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Fochi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fochi is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Fochi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Fochi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ajuricaba is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fochi trying to control the position.
Fochi looking for a sweep. Not yet Fochi, not yet.
Ajuricaba showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ajuricaba really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fochi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Fochi looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fochi is trying to control the position but Ajuricaba postures up.
Ajuricaba stays in close to Fochi's body and controls the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Huena Ajuricaba will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Fochi throws a solid leg kick but Ajuricaba takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Fochi.
Ajuricaba takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Fochi finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Fochi throws a head kick that misses.
Fochi with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ajuricaba to score with a decent uppercut.
Fochi throws a sloppy head kick and Ajuricaba moves out of range easily.
Ajuricaba checks the leg kick.
A nice side step and Ajuricaba releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
A slapping body kick lands there for Ajuricaba.
Ajuricaba throws a hook to the side of Fochi's head but Fochi sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ajuricaba lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Fochi at a distance.
Fochi staying out of range there.
Fochi throws a chopping leg kick but Ajuricaba manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
A little jabbing left from Ajuricaba on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fochi misses with a right hand
and Ajuricaba counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Ajuricaba avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
A clash of legs there as Ajuricaba blocks the low kick.
Ajuricaba swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ajuricaba missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fochi throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Fochi misses with a low kick.
Ajuricaba looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Huena Ajuricaba seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ajuricaba checks a leg kick.
Fochi thows a leg kick but Ajuricaba checks it
and Ajuricaba counters with a stiff right hand.
Fochi throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Ajuricaba counter with a right hand.
Fochi misses with a leg kick
and Ajuricaba counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ajuricaba throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ajuricaba pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ajuricaba swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Fochi.
A head kick by Fochi misses #KD2#
and Ajuricaba counters with a crisp right hand that drops Fochi! Ajuricaba lets Fochi back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#Fochi is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Michael Fochi has been cut.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A jab from Ajuricaba misses.
Fochi thinks about countering with a body kick.
Oh Fochi is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ajuricaba is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Ajuricaba is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fochi.
Ajuricaba finds Fochi's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Fochi flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. Ajuricaba lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Fochi will be OK.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Huena Ajuricaba!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 25, 2022

#R1#
Fochi lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lei looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Fochi jabs Lei to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Lei darts in trying to clinch
and Fochi makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Lei really felt that one!
An inside leg kick lands from Fochi.
Fochi lands a big head kick that sends Lei to the canvas! Fochi follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michael Fochi!

Event: GC 444: Simmons VS Canada
Date: Jul 16, 2022

#R1#
Nice shot by Camble.
Camble connects with a jab.
Camble swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Camble lands a really nice looking cross but Fochi seems unphased.
Fochi throws a poor cross that misses
and Camble counters with a nice uppercut.
Camble throws a lazy uppercut
and Fochi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A swing and a miss from Camble.
Camble pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Camble feints and as Fochi raises his hands in defense, Camble changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fochi is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Fochi throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Camble escapes and throws Fochi's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T1#
Camble wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fochi keeps working.
Fochi tries to buck Camble off but Camble is having none of it.
The referee asks Camble politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Camble prefers to stall for the moment though.
Camble trying to control the position but Fochi is working away.
Fochi is trying to escape the position but Camble is controlling the position.
Fochi tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Camble tries to advance to mount but Fochi denies him.
Camble working the ground and pound.
Camble tries to move to mount but Fochi blocks the move with his legs.
Fochi is working to avoid the ground and pound but Camble connects with a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fochi stops Camble from passing to mount. #T3#
Fochi is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Fochi is not content to let Camble control the position.
Fochi tries to bench press Camble off him but Camble keeps the position.
Camble lands a few punches from side control.#SUB#
Camble is trying to get an arm triangle but Fochi is defending well. #T4#
Fochi tries to buck Camble off but Camble is having none of it.
Camble has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Fochi!
Fochi bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Camble looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Camble is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Camble keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Camble keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Camble dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Camble ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fochi moves away.
Fochi keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Camble.
Fochi misses with a straight left.
Camble looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fochi misses with a looping right.
Fochi thuds a left hand into Camble's body.
Mike Camble seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camble thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fochi throws a right hand that misses
enabling Camble to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camble steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fochi.
Fochi rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Camble moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Camble throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Fochi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Camble.
Camble throws a body shot but no joy.
Fochi throws a hook but Camble blocks it.
Camble scores with a body shot.
Fochi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Camble tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fochi was well out of range. Poor timing from Camble.
Camble throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Fochi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Camble misses with an uppercut. Fochi saw that one coming.
Fochi let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Fochi shoots for a double leg takedown but Camble sprawls well. He's pushed Fochi's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Camble. Fochi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mike Camble is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Fochi ducks right into an uppercut from Camble.
Camble throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Fochi to counter with a crisp jab.
Camble fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fochi manages to avoid it.
Camble misses with a combination
and Fochi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Camble misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice defenses there by Fochi.
Camble throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Fochi sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Fochi is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Camble dodges the punch combination from Fochi. #T3#
Fochi moves out of range as Camble strikes.
Fochi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Camble throws a series of punches but Fochi moves out of range.
Camble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Camble just misses with a punch to the body.
Camble throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Camble cracks Fochi with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Camble misses with a shot to the body
and Fochi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Camble takes a swing at Fochi's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Camble scores with a nice head shot.
Some wild striking there from Camble.
Fochi swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Camble misses with a right hand
and Fochi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Camble thinking.
Fochi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Camble throws out the jab.
Fochi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Camble's waist but Camble gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Fochi off to one side.
Camble throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Fochi counter with a right hand.
Camble is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Camble moves into range and connects with a jab.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Camble, as that shot connected.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mike Camble dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Camble digs a good body shot into Fochi's ribs.
Camble cracks Fochi with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Camble misses the jab.
Fochi tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Camble scores with a crisp jab that stopped Fochi in his tracks. #TD#
Fochi gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Camble postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camble stopping the sweep attempt from Fochi.#SUB2#
Fochi working for a triangle but Camble defends it easily.
Fochi looking for a sweep. Not yet Fochi, not yet. #T1#
Camble controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Camble has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Camble is pushing down on Fochi's leg trying to pass to half guard. Fochi is fighting to maintain full guard but Camble has managed to sneak the leg through.
Camble wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fochi keeps working.
Fochi trying to control here.
Michael Fochi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Camble lands with a punch from half guard.
Ground and pound from Camble.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Camble has control of the leg.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Camble lands a nice short elbow.
Camble is taking a breather. Fochi 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.
Fochi is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Camble working Fochi over with strikes.
Fochi missing with punches from the bottom.
Fochi is looking for a sweep. Camble is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Mike Camble is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#SUB2#
Fochi looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Camble pushes past his half guard into mount!
Fochi tries to reverse the position but Camble maintains control.#T4#
Camble has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Fochi's face.
The referee warns Fochi that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Camble wants to control the pace but Fochi is squirming around nicely.
Camble controlling from mount.
Camble scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Fochi? #SUB#
Camble swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Fochi is now in Camble's guard. A big mistake from Camble there, giving up the dominant position!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi throws a big right hand that misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Camble tries to land a sweep but no joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Camble showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Camble 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: GC 438: Camacho VS Wolf-Fang
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1#
Sailcirc throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Nice defenses there by Sailcirc.
Fochi throws a jab when Sailcirc was well out of range.
Sailcirc feints the counter takedown.
We've been hearing reports that Fochi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Sailcirc's jab looks to have found its range, popping Fochi under the eye.
Sailcirc with a nice cross.
Fochi avoids the body shot from Sailcirc.
Fochi shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sailcirc sprawls well. Sailcirc wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Fochi gets slowly back to his feet.
Sailcirc misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sailcirc lands with a good body shot.
Sailcirc swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Fochi misses.
Sailcirc feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Sailcirc feints and as Fochi raises his hands in defense, Sailcirc changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T1#
Sailcirc wants to control from the top but Fochi keeps moving.
Fochi wants to sweep but no luck.
Sailcirc looking to pass the guard.
Fochi can't keep his opponent in guard - Sailcirc advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Fochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sailcirc is pressing down on Fochi's thigh, looking to free his foot. Fochi is holding on for now.
Fochi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sailcirc is thwarting Fochi's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Fochi is defending against the submission attempts here by Sailcirc. #T2#
Fochi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Fochi is trying to get back to full guard.
Fochi trying to control from the bottom.
Fochi is looking to improve his position. #SUB2#
Fochi is defending against the submission attempts here by Sailcirc.
Fochi is looking to improve his position. #T3#
Fochi is trying to maintain the position but Sailcirc is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Sailcirc wants to work for an arm triangle but Fochi is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Fochi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sailcirc controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Fochi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sailcirc is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Sailcirc drops back looking for a leg! Fochi is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Fochi manages to kick Sailcirc off! Sailcirc jumps back into Fochi's guard.
Fochi 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.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Fochi working for submissions but it's allowed Sailcirc to get to half guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sailcirc working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.#SUB2#
Sailcirc is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Fochi tries to roll over but Sailcirc keeps him under control.
Sailcirc is trying to control the action in half guard but Fochi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fochi tries to roll over but Sailcirc keeps him under control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Torcadall Sailcirc dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
A left lands for Sailcirc.#TD2#
Sailcirc drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Sailcirc got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fochi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sailcirc has managed to get both his arms back between Fochi's legs - danger averted.
Sailcirc pushing down on Fochi's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Fochi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sailcirc pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura here.
Torcadall Sailcirc has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Sailcirc 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi wants to improve his position but Sailcirc is controlling well. #T1#
Fochi makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Fochi.
Fochi looking for a sweep. Not yet Fochi, not yet.
Sailcirc sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sailcirc's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Sailcirc has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Fochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Fochi keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Sailcirc controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sailcirc trying to control but Fochi is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Fochi is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sailcirc defends well.
Fochi trying to control the position. #SUB#
Sailcirc got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fochi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sailcirc has managed to get both his arms back between Fochi's legs - danger averted.
Sailcirc wants to pass the guard but Fochi is keeping the position.#T3#
Sailcirc wants to control from the top but Fochi keeps moving.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#SUB#
Fochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sailcirc controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Fochi looks to land a right hand but Sailcirc moved out of range.
Sailcirc throws out a powerful jab.#TD2#
Sailcirc 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.
Fochi can't keep his opponent in guard - Sailcirc advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sailcirc trying to control the action but Fochi is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Sailcirc is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fochi has managed to free his arm - good work.
Sailcirc is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Sailcirc tries to control but Fochi wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fochi slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Sailcirc is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sailcirc is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Fochi reverses the position - he's now on top in Sailcirc's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Torcadall Sailcirc 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Sailcirc misses with a wild body shot.
Sailcirc lands a nice shot that snaps Fochi's head back.
Sailcirc throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Sailcirc lands with a good body shot.#TD#
Fochi feints and as Sailcirc raises his hands in defense, Fochi changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fochi's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sailcirc not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sailcirc 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#
Sailcirc prevents Fochi from improving his position.#SUB2#
Sailcirc 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.
Fochi is looking to improve his position. #T1##SUB2#
Sailcirc is trying to work for a kimura but Fochi is defending well. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura but Fochi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sailcirc to get the leverage.
Fochi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fochi defends it well.
Fochi is trying to maintain the position but Sailcirc is very close to passing his half guard.
Michael Fochi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Fochi is defending against the submission attempts here by Sailcirc. #SUB#
Fochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fochi moves into full guard.
Fochi keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Fochi is looking for a triangle but Sailcirc pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Fochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sailcirc works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T3#
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Sailcirc is trying to work for a kimura but Fochi is defending well.
Sailcirc trying to control from half guard but Fochi is working away.
Fochi is looking for a sweep. Sailcirc is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Fochi actively working from the bottom here.
Sailcirc is looking to take a break and control but Fochi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sailcirc seems to be working for a kimura but Fochi defends the submission attempt.
Sailcirc passes to full mount! #T4#
Fochi working to try and regain half guard.
Sailcirc can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Fochi is looking to escape.
Fochi working to try and regain half guard.
Torcadall Sailcirc is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sailcirc sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is working for a guillotine from mount but Fochi frees his head quite easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
Torcadall Sailcirc comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sailcirc 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: GC 432: Slugs VS Canada
Date: May 28, 2022

#R1#
Fochi on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Fochi throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fochi misses with a body shot.
Laranja is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Fochi throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Laranja swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Fochi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Laranja counters with a right hand to the body.
A nice leg kick lands there from Laranja.
Fochi takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Laranja tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Fochi with the counter takedown but Laranja avoids it easily.
Laranja scores with a kick to the midsection.
A nice leg kick lands there from Laranja.
Laranja jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Fochi takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Laranja cracks Fochi with an open hand slap.
Laranja lands a jab.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Fochi has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Renato Laranja seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Laranja fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Fochi misses with a series of wild punches.
Fochi will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Laranja throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Laranja looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Fochi staying out of range there.
Fochi changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T2#
Laranja looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Laranja throws an off balance right hand #TD2#
and Fochi counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Laranja won't allow Fochi to pass to mount.
Laranja is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fochi is pressing down on Laranja's thigh, looking to free his foot. Laranja is holding on for now.
Laranja is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Laranja looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Laranja is looking to control Fochi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Laranja avoid being mounted?#T3#
Fochi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Laranja does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Laranja trying to control but Fochi postures up. #SUB#
Laranja actively working from the bottom here.
Fochi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Laranja knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Laranja gets full guard.
Fochi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laranja is keeping the position for now.
Fochi postures up. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Fochi advances to half guard.
Fochi wants to control but Laranja is keeping him busy.
Laranja wants to get back to full guard but Fochi has passed into side control.
Laranja is not content to let Fochi control the position.
Laranja is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Fochi's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but Laranja defending well.
Laranja trying to control here.
Laranja slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
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 Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Laranja pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Fochi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD2#
Fochi shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Laranja napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Laranja manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions off his back.
Fochi is not content to let Laranja control the position.
Laranja controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Laranja seems to be looking for submissions.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Laranja has control of the leg. #T1#
Laranja stalling.
Laranja is looking to advance position but Fochi won't allow it. #SUB#
Laranja is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fochi has managed to free his arm - good work.
Fochi is looking for a sweep. Laranja is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Fochi wants to control but Laranja passes into side.
Laranja taking a break here but Fochi is having none of it and regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Fochi is staying active underneath Laranja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Michael Fochi has got the better of the ground game so far.
Laranja is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Fochi is staying active underneath Laranja, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Laranja moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Fochi.
Fochi is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Fochi is still trying to improve position.
Laranja scores with punches from side control. #SUB#
Laranja looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Laranja trying to control the action but Fochi is working from the bottom.
Fochi tries to bench press Laranja off him but Laranja keeps the position.
Fochi gets back to half guard.
Laranja is looking to take a break and control but Fochi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Laranja is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Fochi as he works his way to full guard. #SUB2#
Fochi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Laranja defends it easily.
Laranja passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Fochi is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fochi is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
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 Renato Laranja will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Laranja lands with a kick to the temple. Fochi shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Fochi blocks the body kick.
Laranja turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Laranja scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Fochi doesn't seem bothered though.
Laranja throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi dodges the punch combination from Laranja.
Fochi throws out a counter right but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Laranja lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Laranja is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fochi can do to turn this around?
Laranja missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Nice shot by Fochi.
Fochi takes a jab right on the kisser.
Fochi blocks a head kick by Laranja.
Laranja lands with a cross.
Laranja buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fochi looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Laranja throws a hook but Fochi avoids it easily.
Fochi throws out a counter right but Laranja avoids it with no problem.
Fochi is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Laranja throws a good cross that connects.
Michael Fochi has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Laranja slips a jab from Fochi.
Laranja throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fochi misses with an uppercut. Laranja saw that one coming.
Laranja is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Laranja thumps Fochi with a low kick.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Laranja goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Laranja.
Laranja throws a nice inside leg kick.
Laranja tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
And Fochi tries to counter it with a takedown but Laranja pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Laranja throws a head kick that misses #TD2#
and Fochi counters with a single leg into guard. Laranja didn't expect that.
Fochi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Laranja is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Fochi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Fochi passes Laranja's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fochi wants to free his trapped foot but Laranja is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Laranja trying to control from the bottom.
Fochi trying to control the action but Laranja is working from the bottom.
Laranja is in trouble now - Fochi has advanced to mount!
Laranja is looking to improve his position but Fochi isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Laranja is working hard here to advance position.
Laranja tries to lock up and control but Fochi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Laranja slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Fochi works his way into side control.
You can see the frustration on Laranja's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Fochi tries for a kimura but Laranja is defending well. #SUB2#
Fochi tries for a kimura but Laranja is defending well.

And that's the end of the fight!
Renato Laranja showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Laranja, 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: GC 428: Christie VS C K
Date: Apr 30, 2022

#R1#
Ward rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fochi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ward lands with a shot to the body.
Ward looks to land a combination but Fochi avoids it well.
Ward smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The fighters circling - Fochi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
No joy there for Ward, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fochi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Maxim Ward seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fochi drops his hands momentarily and Ward takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Jab by Ward.
Fochi stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ward.
Ward misses the jab.
Fochi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ward fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Fochi looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ward throws a right hand that misses
and Fochi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Ward thinking. #T1#
Fochi slips a jab from Ward.
A little feinted left hand from Fochi on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We've been hearing reports that Fochi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD#
Fochi shoots in and bounces Ward off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Fochi trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ward manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Fochi wants to sweep here but Ward controlling him for the moment.
Ward lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Ward passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Fochi is not content to let Ward control the position.
Fochi tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.#T2#
Fochi bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ward swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ward looking to control.
Fochi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB2#
Ward looking for a guillotine here but Fochi defends easily.
Fochi won't allow Ward to sweep him here.
Ward has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Mentor Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T3##SUB2#
Ward had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fochi defends it easily.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Ward is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fochi stays in close to Ward's body and controls the position.
Fochi looking to pass the guard.
Fochi is working hard here to advance position.
Ward manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fochi manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ward's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
Ward postures up in Fochi's guard and throws a big left but Fochi blocks it.
Ward is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ward postures up and lands a big shot to Fochi's brow.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ward's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ward stopping the sweep attempt from Fochi.
Fochi has momentary wrist control but Ward slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB2#
Ward drops back looking for a leg! Fochi is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Fochi manages to kick Ward off! Ward jumps back into Fochi's guard.
Fochi looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ward puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #SUB#
Fochi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ward pulls his head out easily.
Fochi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maxim Ward dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Fochi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD2#
Ward drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Fochi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Fochi tries to bench press Ward off him but Ward keeps the position.
Fochi regains half guard.#SUB#
Fochi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ward pulls his head out easily.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ward lands a nice short elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ward 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.
Ward scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ward has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Ward wants to take a breather but Fochi is having none of it.
Ward winds up and cracks Fochi with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ward lands a nice short elbow.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.
Ward is keen to just control but Fochi is a slippery customer.
Fochi has hold of Ward's hands but Ward slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ward lands a nice short elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ward trying to control from half guard but Fochi is working away.
Fochi is looking for a sweep. Ward is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ward lands with a punch from half guard. #T2#
Ward lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Ward has control of the leg.
Ward scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Ward has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ward seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Fochi is not content to let Ward control the position.
Ward working over Fochi with some ground and pound. Fochi looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Ward works his foot free and advances to mount.
Ward is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Fochi is looking to improve his position but Ward isn't that keen on the idea.
Ward is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Maxim Ward has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ward connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Ward with shots to the head and body - Fochi looks very uncomfortable down there.
Ward prevents Fochi from getting the reversal.
The referee warns Fochi that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #ROC2#Fochi is rocked!
Ward raining down shots from the mount!
Oh Fochi is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ward lands a big shot to the head and Fochi winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Maxim Ward!
Our winner, Maxim Ward, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.

Event: GC 422 Championship Chaos 2
Date: Mar 19, 2022

#R1#
Fochi 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.
We've been hearing reports that Fochi has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Frank lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fochi misses with a body shot.
It seemed like Frank was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Frank swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Fochi scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Frank throws a body punch but Fochi moves out of range.
Fochi lands a body shot.
Fochi avoids a punch combination nicely.
Fochi feinted with a counter takedown.
Fochi connects with the punch.
Fochi moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Frank misses with a few strikes there.
Fochi tries to bum rush Frank with a series of wild strikes but Frank uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fochi throws a sloppy body shot
and Frank cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice defenses there by Fochi.
Fochi drops down looking for a counter takedown but Frank sprawls and moves away.
Frank throws a sloppy head kick and Fochi moves out of range easily.
Frank lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#T1#
Fochi cracks Frank with a good jab.
Fochi smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Fochi fails to land with a series of punches.
Frank throws a counter combo.
Frank throws a hook but Fochi avoids it easily.
Fochi tries to counter with a takedown but Frank is quick to defend against it.
Fochi takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT2#It looks like Michael Fochi has been cut.
Frank tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Fochi counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Fochi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Frank prevents Fochi from improving position.
Fochi working away.#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Frank is trying to improve his position.
Fochi is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Fochi tries to advance to mount but can't. #T3##SUB#
Fochi looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Fochi tries to move to mount but Frank blocks the move with his legs.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Frank can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Fochi goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Frank rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Fochi's guard! Nice work there by Frank! #T4#
Frank sitting in guard here, content to control.
Frank really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fochi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Fochi is trying to control the position but Frank postures up. #SUB#
Frank got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fochi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Frank has managed to get both his arms back between Fochi's legs - danger averted.
Fochi looking to control.
Frank won't allow Fochi to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Fochi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Frank slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Michael Fochi's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Fochi throws a right hand that misses
and Frank counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Frank pivots, looking for a leg kick but Fochi is out of range and Frank settles back down.
Fochi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Michael Fochi is winning the standup battle so far.
Frank throws a head kick that misses.
The fighters circling - Frank throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Frank throws a good cross that connects.
Frank tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fochi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fochi tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Frank was well out of range. Poor timing from Fochi.
Frank throws a head kick that misses.
Fochi scores with a hook to the body. Frank takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Frank moves out of range as Fochi strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frank tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fochi manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy.
Frank tries a head kick but it misses.
Frank tries a head kick but it misses.
Frank works over Fochi's head and body with a nice combination.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Frank avoids the body shot from Fochi.
Frank swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1#
Fochi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fochi takes a swing at Frank's ribcage but misses.
Frank fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fochi takes one to the side of the head.
Fochi misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Frank.
Frank throws a counter combo.
Fochi misses with a two punch combination.
Frank throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A shot to the liver by Frank. Beautiful body shot.
Frank throws a lazy head kick
and Fochi counters with a left and a right that stings Frank.
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Fochi shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Frank is trying is best to control the position here. #T2#
Fochi passes to full mount!
Frank has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Fochi's lack of action. #SUB#
Fochi is working for a kimura but Frank is defending it quite comfortably.
Fochi content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3##SUB#
Fochi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Fochi 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.
Fochi is trying to control. Frank wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Fochi is pressing down on Frank's thigh, looking to free his foot. Frank is holding on for now.
Well, if Fochi 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.
Frank tries to get to full guard but Fochi has control of the leg. #SUB#
Frank is defending against the submission attempts here by Fochi.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Michael Fochi's cut.
That's time! Fochi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Fochi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Frank misses the jab.
Fochi is looking to wear down Frank with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Frank misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD#
Fochi 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.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Frank keeps moving. #SUB#
Fochi is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Frank is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Frank has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Frank wants to control from the top but Fochi keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Fochi has an active guard here but Frank has managed to pass into half guard.
Fochi trying to control here. #SUB#
Fochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Fochi is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Frank pulls his head out 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.
Fochi gets full guard.#SUB#
Frank got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fochi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Frank has managed to get both his arms back between Fochi's legs - danger averted.
Frank preventing the sweep.
Fochi trying to control the position. #SUB#
Fochi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fochi looking to hit a scissor sweep but Frank is one step ahead there. #T3#
Fochi is trying to control the position but Frank postures up. #SUB#
Fochi working for submissions but it's allowed Frank to get to half guard.
Fochi tries to roll over but Frank keeps him under control.
Micah Frank has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Fochi slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Fochi wants to improve his position but instead Frank has moved into half guard.
Frank is trying to control the action in half guard but Fochi is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fochi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Frank throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Fochi works some decent striking defense from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Michael Fochi.
Well Fochi 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Fochi!

Event: GDL 142: The Final Showdown
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
The fighters circling - Raczynski throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Raczynski definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Fochi moves out of range as Raczynski strikes.
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Raczynski.
Fochi throws a one two combo.
Raczynski digs a good hook to Fochi's body.
Fochi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Fochi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A combination from Fochi does no damage.
Fochi throws a looping overhand right but Raczynski ducks down to avoid it.
It appears Raczynski was looking to counter with a kick there.
Raczynski misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Fochi.
Fochi throws a right and a left that Raczynski avoids nicely.
Fochi throws a predictable looking body shot
and Raczynski counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Raczynski tests Fochi's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Raczynski is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Fochi.
Raczynski throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fochi drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Raczynski defends it well.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Raczynski blocks the low kick.
Raczynski misses with a wild body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Fochi.
Michael Fochi seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Raczynski missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fochi lands a slapping body shot.
Fochi misses with a body shot.
Raczynski swings for the body but Fochi moves out of range.
Raczynski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fochi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Fochi keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Fochi misses with a body shot
and Raczynski counters with a nice uppercut.
Fochi is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Raczynski rather than just go for the knockout.
Fochi throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Raczynski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Fochi is rocked!
Fochi misses with a hook to the body
and Raczynski counters with a nice body kick.
Raczynski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Fochi. #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!
Fochi defending well as Raczynski loads up on a big left hand.
Raczynski throws a hook but Fochi blocks it.
Fochi throws out a loose jab but Raczynski uses good head movement to avoid it.
Raczynski feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Fochis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Fochi scores with a jab.
Raczynski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Fochi moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Fochi throws a body shot but no joy.
Raczynski throwing a counter right hand but Fochi manages to avoid it.
Raczynski lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fochi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Jan Raczynski has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michael Fochi.
Fochi fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#T3#
Fochi tried to score with a low kick but Raczynski checks it.
Fochi moves away from the strike by Raczynski.
Fochi takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Raczynski on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fochi jabs at Raczynski's body.
Raczynski takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Raczynski misses with a looping right.
Fochi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Raczynski.
Raczynski takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fochi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fochi on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Fochi misses with a wild body shot.
Raczynski throws a nice looking combination but Fochi bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fochi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Raczynski is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Fochi tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Raczynski defends well and Fochi ends up having to push Raczynski into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A chopping leg kick lands by Raczynski.
Fochi misses with a takedown
and Raczynski makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A punch combination from Fochi misses.
Fochi scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Raczynski catches Fochi with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Fochi ducks under a wild hook from Raczynski.
Fochi throws a body punch but Raczynski moves out of range.
Fochi connects with a right hand. Raczynski shakes it off.
Raczynski is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Fochi like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Fochi from another fist facial!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jan Raczynski!
Jan Raczynski retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Jan Raczynski rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.

Event: GDL 137: Reed VS Chisaki
Date: Jan 22, 2022

#R1#
Camble takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Fochi moves out of range as Camble strikes.
Camble throws an off balance right hand
enabling Fochi to counter with a crisp jab.
Camble throws a poor cross that misses
and Fochi counters with a nice uppercut.
Fochi moves forwards but Camble connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Camble takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice shot by Fochi.#TD#
Fochi decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Fochi is looking for a kimura but Camble is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Fochi to get the leverage.
Camble is controlling Fochi's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Camble's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Fochi tries to pass the half guard into mount. Camble knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Camble regains full guard. Nicely done.
Fochi won't allow Camble to sweep him here.
Camble keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass. #SUB2#
Camble escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fochi gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fochi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Camble is keeping the position for now.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Camble is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Camble keeping full guard, as Fochi tries to pass. #SUB2#
Camble is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Camble is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Fochi avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fochi tries to free his leg and advance position but Camble is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Camble is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Camble has control of Fochi's left arm, preventing Fochi from doing any damage.
Camble is trying to keep Fochi in close.
Fochi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Camble is keeping the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Camble keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Camble connects with a jab.#T4#
Camble misses with a left hand
and Fochi counters with a two punch combo.
Fochi doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Camble doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Fochi counters with a straight right hand.
Camble circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mike Camble seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camble stuffs the takedown attempt from Fochi. Fochi gets slowly back to his feet.
Camble misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Fochi shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
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!
Fochi won't allow Camble to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camble lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
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 Michael Fochi will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Jab, jab by Fochi - just one landing.
Camble shoots and misses
and Fochi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Fochi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Fochi ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Camble moves away.
Michael Fochi is winning the standup battle so far.
Camble stuffs the takedown.
Fochi defending well as Camble loads up on a big left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camble missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Camble tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fochi was well out of range. Poor timing from Camble.
Camble fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Camble walks into a left hand. #T1#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Camble.
Fochi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Fochi misses the target.
Camble uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Fochi.
Camble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fochi misses with a combination
and Fochi takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fochi stuns Camble with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Fochi lands with a good body shot.
Fochi shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Camble pinned against the cage. Camble gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2#
Camble ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fochi moves away.
Camble 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.
Camble thuds a left hand into Fochi's body.
Camble has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Fochi connects with a crisp jab.
Fochi misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fochi misses with a few strikes there.
Fochi uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Camble.
Camble shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Fochi as he avoids it easily.
Michael Fochi has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mike Camble.#T3#
Camble misses with a body shot.
Camble comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fochi throws a right and a left that both miss.
Fochi with a nice cross.
Camble rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #TD#
and Fochi counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Camble keeping moving, preventing Fochi from controlling successfully.
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Camble is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Fochi got a little sloppy there for a moment and Camble has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Fochi has managed to get both his arms back between Camble's legs - danger averted.
Camble pulls Fochi in to control the position. #T4#
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Camble bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Fochi's guard. #REVB#
Camble with a nice head shot there.
Camble stands up over Fochi, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camble passes into half guard.
Camble trying to pass the guard but Fochi defending well.
Camble controlling the pace.
Camble is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Fochi!
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 Michael Fochi will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
A jab from Fochi misses.
Camble throws a looping overhand right but Fochi ducks down to avoid it.
Good exchange - Camble coming out on top.#TD#
Fochi looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Camble is defending well.
Camble has his hands clasped together around Fochi's back. He's all about the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Camble manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Fochi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Camble is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1#
Fochi is looking to pass into half guard but Camble pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Camble is in guard.#REVB##SUB#
Fochi looking for a guillotine here but Camble defends easily. #SUB#
Fochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Fochi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Camble doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Camble manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Camble passes into half guard. #T2#
Nice strikes from Camble there.
Camble takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Fochi is looking to improve his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Camble lands a nice short elbow.
Camble wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fochi keeps working. #SUB2#
Camble seems to be looking for submissions.
Fochi is trying to get back to full guard.
Camble looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T3#
Fochi is looking to improve his position.
Camble is taking a breather. Fochi 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.
Mike Camble has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Fochi trying to control but Camble postures up.
Camble prevents Fochi from improving his position.
Camble is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Camble has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Camble connects with a body shot that sends Fochi's belly button to the back.
Camble lands with an uppercut that bounces Fochi off the cage and back into range.
Fochi wants to clinch but Camble slips to the side#TD2#
and Camble counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Fochi!
Camble scoring with punches from side control.
Camble working the ground and pound from side control.
Camble is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Fochi's shoulder. That is not cool.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Fochi on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Michael Fochi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Camble working the body and head with strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mike Camble comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Fochi 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 George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Fochi!

Event: GDL 133: Adlehyde VS Hadjilis
Date: Dec 25, 2021

#R1#
Montgomery throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
and Fochi counters with a single leg into guard. Montgomery didn't expect that.
Fochi trying to control but Montgomery is working from the bottom.
Montgomery really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Fochi. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Montgomery is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Montgomery keeping moving, preventing Fochi from controlling successfully.
Fochi looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fochi passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T1#
Fochi trying to control the action but Montgomery is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Fochi goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Montgomery rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Fochi's guard! Nice work there by Montgomery! #SUB#
Montgomery got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fochi has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Montgomery has managed to get both his arms back between Fochi's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Fochi is looking for a triangle here but Montgomery uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Fochi is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Fochi might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Montgomery gets to mount! Fochi was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Fochi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Montgomery looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Montgomery tries to control but Fochi wriggling away. #T3#
Fochi wants to hold on but Montgomery pushes him away.
Fochi manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Montgomery has control of the leg. #SUB#
Fochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fochi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Montgomery wants to control but Fochi is keeping him busy.
Fochi gets full guard.
Montgomery must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Fochi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Montgomery is aware though and is defending well.
Fochi is trying to control the position but Montgomery postures up. #SUB#
Fochi is looking for a triangle but Montgomery pushes his legs off easily.
Montgomery postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Montgomery passes Fochi's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Montgomery prevents Fochi from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that round.
That's time! Fochi's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Fochi throws a hook to the side of Montgomery's head but Montgomery sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fochi thuds his right hand into Montgomery's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Montgomery scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Fochi throws a jab but it's blocked by Montgomery.
Montgomery takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Fochi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Montgomery's waist but Montgomery gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Fochi off to one side.
Fochi bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fochi feinted with a counter takedown.
Montgomery just misses with a punch to the body.
Fochi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Montgomery sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Montgomery misses with a body shot.
Fochi appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Fochi has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Montgomery finds it's way round the side to connect with Fochi's head.
Montgomery paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fochi on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Montgomery misses with a kick to the body. #T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Montgomery. Fochi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Montgomery throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Fochi counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Fochi.
Montgomery can't keep his opponent in guard - Fochi advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Fochi is thwarting Montgomery's attempts to control the position.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but Montgomery defending well. #SUB#
Fochi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Montgomery doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Fochi.
Montgomery is not content to let Fochi control the position.#T2##SUB#
Fochi is working for an americana but Montgomery has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Fochi was thinking about the submission.
Montgomery tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Montgomery can do anything to dispel that myth.
Fochi postures up.
Fochi slips nicely into half guard.#T3##SUB#
Fochi seems to be working for a kimura but Montgomery defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Fochi wants to work for an arm triangle but Montgomery is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Fochi is looking to advance position but Montgomery won't allow it.
Fochi seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Montgomery does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Fochi is looking to stall here but Montgomery recovers full guard.
Fochi controls from within his opponent's guard. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Fochi stands and throws Montgomery's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB#
Fochi is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Montgomery is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB#
Fochi tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Fochi is trying to get an arm triangle but Montgomery is defending well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi 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#
Fochi on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fochi misses with an uppercut.
Montgomery lands a jab-cross combination.
Fochi doesn't manage to clinch there - Montgomery circles away.
A head kick misses from Montgomery.
Montgomery fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Montgomery throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi avoids the head kick by Montgomery.
Fochi uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Montgomery.
Fochi is looking to counter punch.
Montgomery misses with a few strikes there.
Fochi swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Montgomery loads up on a big right hand but Fochi slips the punch.
Fochi appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1#
Montgomery attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
As Montgomery looks to move away, Fochi throws a big counter combo but Montgomery just gets out of the way.
Montgomery will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Montgomery showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Fochi.
Montgomery misses with a straight right.
Montgomery misses with an uppercut. Fochi saw that one coming.
Montgomery is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Montgomery staying out of range there.
Montgomery throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Fochi tries to clinch up but Montgomery circles away and keeps his distance.
Fochi misses with a looping right.
Montgomery's coach down at For Pride and Prodigies was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Montgomery's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Montgomery delivers a nice body kick.
Fochi shoots for a takedown but Montgomery saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Montgomery attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.#T2#
Montgomery throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Montgomery thows a left - swing and a miss!
A good leg kick by Montgomery.
Montgomery circles away from the clinch attempt.
Montgomery tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Nice uppercut lands for Montgomery. That snapped Fochi's head back.
Montgomery dips to his left and cracks Fochi with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Montgomery cracks Fochi with an open hand slap.
Fochi is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Montgomery's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Montgomery punishes Fochi's body with a nice straight punch.
A punch combination from Fochi misses. #CL#
Fochi closes the distance and pushes Montgomery back into the cage.
Fochi tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Montgomery smiles and moves away. #T3#
Montgomery throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Fochi.
Montgomery jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fochi swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Montgomery missing with a left hand there. Fochi was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Fochi changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Montgomery looks to score with a jab to the body but Fochi is just out of range.
A punch combination from Fochi misses.
Montgomery slips a jab and a cross from Fochi.
Barion Montgomery seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fochi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Fochi takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Montgomery slaps away a takedown attempt from Fochi, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Fochi. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fochi fails with a takedown attempt.
Barion Montgomery has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T4#
Fochi tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Montgomery paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barion Montgomery seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Fochi takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Montgomery fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Fochi gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A looping hook to the body misses from Montgomery. Fochi does a little dance to reset his feet.
Montgomery misses with a hook.
Fochi throwing a counter right hand but Montgomery manages to avoid it.
Fochi throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Montgomery's waist but Montgomery gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Fochi off to one side.
Fochi tries to clinch up.
Montgomery misses with a hook to the body
and Fochi counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Montgomery lands with a thumping leg kick.
Michael Fochi is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Montgomery misses with a double jab #TD#
and Fochi counters with a nice double leg into side control. Montgomery won't be happy with that.

And that's the end of the fight!
Barion Montgomery comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Fochi 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michael Fochi!

Event: GDL 124: Daddy VS Fouchi II
Date: Oct 23, 2021

#R1#
Daddy fails to land the takedown.
Big Daddy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jab, jab by Fochi - just one landing. #CL2#
Fochi moves into range and clinches up with Daddy.
Daddy tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD#
Daddy gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Fochi regains guard.
Daddy slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Fochi regains half guard.#SUB#
Daddy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fochi has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Daddy trying to work for an americana but Fochi has managed to regain full guard. #SUB2#
Fochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Fochi working a defensive guard here. #T1#
Daddy wants to pass the guard but Fochi is keeping the position.#SUB#
Daddy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Fochi manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Daddy has Fochi in his guard.#REVB#
Daddy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi advances to half guard.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but Daddy defending well.
Daddy is not content to let Fochi control the position.
Daddy tries to get to full guard but Fochi has control of the leg. #SUB#
Daddy actively working from the bottom here.#T2#
Fochi passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Daddy!
Fochi tries to control but Daddy wriggling away.
Daddy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Daddy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Fochi trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Daddy regains half guard.#T3#
Daddy desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Daddy tries to roll over but Fochi keeps him under control.#SUB#
Daddy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Fochi is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Fochi is looking to take a break and control but Daddy is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Daddy manages to get to full guard.
Daddy trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Fochi is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Daddy has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Fochi is looking to defend but Daddy has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Fochi! Daddy pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Fochi taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Big Daddy!
Big Daddy retains his welterweight title!
A very excited looking Big Daddy 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: GDL 121: Daddy VS Fochi
Date: Oct 02, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Fochi rushes Daddy and presses him up against the cage.
Fochi throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Daddys head.
Daddy goes for a takedown in the clinch but Fochi prevents it. #TD2#
Fochi pulls Daddy into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Daddy trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fochi is trying to control the position but Daddy postures up.
Daddy looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Fochi is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Fochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Fochi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Daddy doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Daddy manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Daddy is in close to Fochi's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Daddy might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Daddy looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Daddy passes Fochi's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Fochi wants to improve his position but Daddy is controlling well. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Daddy prevents Fochi from improving his position.#SUB2#
Fochi actively working from the bottom here.
Fochi wants to improve his position but Daddy is controlling well. #SUB#
Daddy wants to work for an arm triangle but Fochi is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fochi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Daddy.
Fochi 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#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Daddy is looking for a kimura but Fochi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Daddy to get the leverage. #T2#
Fochi tries to roll over but Daddy keeps him under control.#SUB#
Daddy 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.
Fochi gets full guard.
Fochi keeping full guard, as Daddy tries to pass. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for a guillotine here but Daddy defends easily. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T3#
Fochi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fochi advances to half guard.
Daddy moves into full guard. #SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Daddy keeps moving. #SUB#
Daddy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Fochi pushes down on Daddy's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Fochi is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T4##SUB2#
Fochi seems to be working for a kimura but Daddy defends the submission attempt.
Daddy wants to get back to full guard but Fochi has mounted him!
Daddy tries to hold on but Fochi postures up.
Daddy is trying desperately to improve position.
Daddy prevents Fochi from taking his back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Fochi goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Daddy is on top in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Fochi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD#
Daddy darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Fochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Daddy has control of the leg.
Daddy works his way into full mount!
Fochi is in all sorts of trouble here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Daddy wants to pass the guard but Fochi is defending well.
Big Daddy overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Fochi actively working from the bottom here.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB#
Daddy is trying to work for a kimura but Fochi is defending well.
Fochi is trying to maintain the position but Daddy is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Daddy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Fochi has managed to free his arm - good work.
Fochi is trying to maintain the position but Daddy is very close to passing his half guard.
Fochi is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard but Daddy has passed into side control.
Fochi gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Fochi tries to roll over but Daddy keeps him under control.#T2##SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fochi defends it well.
Daddy moves into full mount! Fochi won't be happy about that!
Fochi tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Daddy is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Fochi has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Fochi! #SUB#
Daddy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Fochi trying to control but Daddy is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for a triangle but Fochi pushes his legs off easily. #T3#
Fochi looking to pass the guard.
Fochi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Fochi thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Daddy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura but Fochi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Daddy to get the leverage.
Fochi gets back to full guard.
Daddy slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Daddy tries to pass to full mount but Fochi defends it.
Fochi gets back to full guard. #SUB#
Daddy drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Fochi manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Daddy has Fochi in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Daddy is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fochi is aware though and is defending well.
Fochi wants to control from the top but Daddy keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Daddy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fochi defends it easily.#SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Big Daddy dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
Daddy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Fochi counters with a nice uppercut. #TD2#
Fochi looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Daddy works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Daddy has his foot on Fochi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fochi works his way back into a safe position though.
Fochi is pushing down on Daddy's leg trying to pass to half guard. Daddy is fighting to maintain full guard but Fochi has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Daddy actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fochi performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi is pressing down on Daddy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Daddy is holding on for now.
Fochi is keen to just control but Daddy is a slippery customer.#T1#
Fochi wants to free his trapped foot but Daddy is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Daddy is refusing to be controlled, as Fochi sits in half guard. #SUB#
Daddy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Fochi pulls his head out easily.
Daddy wants to control but Fochi is keeping busy.
Fochi passes to side control.
You can see the frustration on Daddy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fochi trying to control the action but Daddy is working from the bottom.
Daddy wants to control but Fochi postures up.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Fochi is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Daddy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Fochi thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Daddy manages to work his way to half guard, despite Fochi's best efforts.
Fochi is pressing down on Daddy's thigh, looking to free his foot. Daddy is holding on for now. #SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Fochi is working for a submission of some sort.
Daddy works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3#
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Daddy keeping moving, preventing Fochi from controlling successfully.
Fochi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Daddy has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fochi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Fochi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Fochi tries for a kimura but Daddy is defending well.
Daddy can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Fochi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T4#
Daddy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Daddy actively working from the bottom here.
Fochi wants to control but Daddy is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Michael Fochi really dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R4#
Fochi lands an overhand right.
Donk. Fochi catches Daddy right on the button with a cross.
Daddy's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Fochi connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Daddy scrambles back to his feet.
Daddy shoots for a takedown but Fochi saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
A nice side step and Fochi releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Fochi lands a head shot.#TD#
Daddy shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Fochi is trying to defend but Daddy finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB2#
Fochi looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fochi defends it well. #SUB#
Daddy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T1##SUB#
Daddy seems to be looking for submissions.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Fochi is looking to control Daddy's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Fochi avoid being mounted?
Fochi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Daddy's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Daddy's back!#SUB2#
Daddy showing good submission defense here. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for the choke from the back.
Fochi is trying to stick to Daddy's back but Daddy is turning into Fochi. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Fochi's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Daddy.#SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Fochi working for a triangle but Daddy defends it easily. #SUB2#
Fochi had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Daddy defends it easily.#T2#
Daddy sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Fochi's guard.
Daddy seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Fochi does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura but Fochi is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Daddy to get the leverage. #SUB#
Daddy 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. #SUB#
Daddy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Fochi sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Fochi actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fochi defends it well.
Fochi tries to get to full guard but Daddy has control of the leg.
Daddy wants to pass the guard but Fochi is defending well. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fochi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Daddy. #SUB#
Daddy seems to be looking for submissions. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Fochi wants to improve his position but Daddy is controlling well.
Fochi keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fochi defends it well.
Daddy looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Fochi is refusing to be controlled, as Daddy sits in half guard. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fochi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Daddy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Fochi trying to control from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close fourth round but I would say that Big Daddy will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R5#
Daddy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Fochi counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Daddy thinking. #TD2#
Fochi shoots in and gets a takedown into Daddy's guard.
Fochi is looking to advance position but Daddy has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Fochi is working to get back to half guard.
Daddy landing punches. #SUB#
Daddy is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Fochi can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Daddy prevents Fochi from getting the reversal.
Fochi slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Fochi has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Daddy is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Fochi keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Daddy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Fochi doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Daddy. #SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura here.
Fochi wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura here.
Fochi trying to control but Daddy postures up.
Daddy thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Fochi wants to improve his position but Daddy is controlling well. #SUB2#
Fochi looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Daddy is working for a submission of some sort.
Fochi blocking the ground and pound attempt from Daddy. #T3##SUB#
Daddy is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Daddy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB#
Daddy is working for a submission of some sort.
Fochi is looking to improve his position.
Fochi moves into full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Daddy loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Fochi wants to sweep here but Daddy controlling him for the moment.
Fochi keeping moving, preventing Daddy from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Fochi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Daddy is aware though and is defending well.
Daddy pushes down on Fochi's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Fochi works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Daddy has gone for a leg lock! Fochi slips out almost immediately though and dives into Daddy's guard.#REVB#
Fochi wants to pass the guard but Daddy is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Daddy had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fochi defends it easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Big Daddy.
I think Daddy has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 48:47
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 48:48
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 48:48

The fight is ruled a majority draw!
Big Daddy retains his title. It's always disappointing when a championship fight ends as a draw but that's what happens when you leave the fight in the judges hands!

Event: GDL 115: Hunt VS Yuldashev
Date: Aug 21, 2021

#R1#
Fochi avoids the head kick by Cockerspaniel.
Cockerspaniel misses with a body shot.
Cockerspaniel misses with a straight right.
A lazy body kick from Cockerspaniel
and Fochi makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fochi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Cockerspaniel throws a leg kick #TD#
and Fochi counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Cockerspaniel! #SUB#
Fochi working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Cockerspaniel tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Fochi presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Cockerspaniel is trying desperately to improve position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cockerspaniel looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!#SUB#
Fochi is working for a rear naked choke. Cockerspaniel is not defending it well and Fochi has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Cockerspaniel refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Cockerspaniel's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michael Fochi!

Event: GDL 110: Hanley VS Hunt
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1#
West misses with a hook.
Fochi throwing a counter right hand but West manages to avoid it.
Fochi avoids the head kick by West.
Fochi throws the left hand but West avoids the punch easily.
West misses with a looping right.
Fochi looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
West takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Fochi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by West.
West throws a head kick that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Fochi misses the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
West shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
West throws a sloppy head kick
and Fochi counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Chasen West has been cut.
West misses with a left hand #KD#
and Fochi counters with a nice right hand that sends West toppling to the canvas! West scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Fochi finish him?!#ROC#West is rocked!
West 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.#T1#
West takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
West is still on wobbly legs! Can Fochi finish him?
Fochi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Fochi went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Fochi lunges in with a left hook that violently twists West head around and knocks him out cold! Fochi hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michael Fochi!
In defeat, Chasen West stepped up to the mic, saying 'I gotta work on my wrestling obviously, but I will be back.'.

Event: GDL 105: BIRTHDAY BASH
Date: Jun 20, 2021

#R1#
Daddy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Big Daddy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Daddy scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Fochi is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Daddy is controlling him well.
Daddy in side control, throwing shots but Fochi defends.
Fochi keeping his opponent close.
Daddy working away.#SUB#
Daddy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Daddy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fochi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fochi is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Daddy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Fochi knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1#
Daddy trying to control the position but Fochi is working away.
Fochi is trying to control Daddy's posture but Daddy avoids it.
Fochi is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Daddy is staying active.#SUB#
Daddy working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Fochi is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Daddy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fochi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Fochi tries to bench press Daddy off him but Daddy keeps the position. #SUB#
Daddy wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Fochi, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Daddy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fochi is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Daddy gets to mount! Fochi was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Fochi sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Daddy is thwarting Fochi's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Daddy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Fochi defends it well. #T3#
Daddy moves into full mount! Fochi won't be happy about that!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Daddy working for a submission but Fochi is keeping him at bay.
Fochi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Daddy is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Fochi has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Fochi tries to hold on but Daddy postures up.
Fochi 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.
Fochi is desperately trying to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Daddy looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Daddy trying to control but Fochi is having none of it. #T4##SUB#
Daddy working for a guillotine from mount but Fochi is in no mood to give up.
Fochi is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Fochi regains half guard.#SUB#
Daddy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Fochi is just riding it out for now. Daddy eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Daddy 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Daddy is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Big Daddy dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2#
Daddy gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Fochi must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Daddy looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Fochi trying to control the position from guard on top but Daddy is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Daddy pulls Fochi in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Daddy is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Fochi rolls with it to try and escape but Daddy cranks on the arm and Fochi is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Big Daddy!

Event: GDL 100: CHAMPIONS
Date: Jun 05, 2021

#R1#
Loo tries to clinch but Fochi is having none of it.
Fochi avoids the body shot from Loo.
Fochi appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Loo misses with a lunging right hand
and Loo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Fochi scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Loo moves forwards but Fochi connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fochi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fochi throws a body punch but Loo moves out of range.
Fochi lands a two punch combo.
Fochi throws a looping overhand right but Loo ducks down to avoid it.
Loo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fochi works Loo's body with a nice hook.
Fochi scores with a body shot.
Fochi cracks Loo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#ROC2#Loo is rocked!
Loo misses with an uppercut.
Oh Loo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Fochi moves out of range as Loo strikes.
Loo wants to clinch but Fochi slips to the side
enabling Fochi to counter with a crisp jab.
Loo throws a lazy uppercut
and Fochi counters with a nice body shot.
Loo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Fochi fakes the leg kick and throws a superman punch. It's knocked Loo out cold! Brutal finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Michael Fochi!

Event: GDL 95: Killer Jr VS Lasombra
Date: May 08, 2021

#R1#
Fochi on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Montgomery tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Fochi paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fochi takes one on the button.
Fochi takes a swing at Montgomery's ribcage but misses.
Montgomery moves into range and connects with a jab.
Montgomery takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Montgomery tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Fochi was well out of range. Poor timing from Montgomery.
Montgomery will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
It looked like Fochi was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Montgomery uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fochi has time to react.
Montgomery ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Montgomery fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fochi manages to avoid it.
Fochi lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Montgomery circles away quickly and effectively.
Montgomery is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Fochi misses the shot to the body.
Fochi throws a hook but Montgomery avoids it easily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fochi takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1#
Fochi fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Montgomery throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barion Montgomery is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fochi takes a swing at Montgomery's ribcage but misses.
Fochi misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Montgomery counters with a right hand to the body.
Montgomery misses with a wild body shot.
Fochi throws a big counter combination but Montgomery scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Montgomery displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fochi throws out the jab.
Montgomery takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Montgomery throws a body shot but no joy.
Montgomery uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Fochi.
A little jabbing left from Montgomery on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fochi avoids the body shot from Montgomery.
Barion Montgomery seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Montgomery fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fochi manages to avoid it.
Fochi moves out of range as Montgomery strikes.
Montgomery scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Montgomery doesn't manage to clinch there - Fochi circles away. #T2#
Montgomery misses the shot to the body. #CL2#
Fochi gets tackled into the cage by Montgomery. Montgomery maintains the clinch.
Montgomery softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Montgomery blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Montgomery as Fochi tries to tie him up. #BC#
Fochi's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fochi looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Montgomery is fending him off so far but Fochi persists. Nope, Montgomery circles away and we're back to standing.
Fochi uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Montgomery.
Fochi is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Montgomery.
Montgomery scores with a hook.
Fochi misses the shot to the body.
Montgomery is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Montgomery moves into the clinch.
Montgomery with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Montgomery landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt. #T3#
Montgomery using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Fochi has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #TD#
Fochi manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Montgomery trying to control the position from guard on top but Fochi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Fochi controls Montgomery momentarily but Montgomery frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Montgomery 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.
Fochi looking to control.
Montgomery trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Fochi is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Fochi looking for a guillotine here but Montgomery defends easily. #T4##SUB#
Fochi looking for a triangle here. Montgomery is fighting it but it looks tight! Fochi pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Montgomery is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Michael Fochi!

Event: GDL 87: Killer VS Valcak
Date: Apr 03, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Fochi closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. De Vries quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Fochi seems to be looking for submissions.
Fochi wants to lay and pray for a moment but De Vries keeps working.
De Vries moves into full guard. #SUB2#
Fochi drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and De Vries dives on top into guard.#REVR#
De Vries will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Fochi has his foot on De Vries's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. De Vries works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
De Vries drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and De Vries jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Fochi is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
De Vries passes into half guard.
Fochi is not content to let De Vries control the position.#T1##SUB#
De Vries is trying to work for a kimura but Fochi is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fochi wants to control but De Vries is keeping busy.
De Vries definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Fochi wants to improve his position but De Vries is controlling well. #SUB#
De Vries seems to be looking for submissions.
De Vries passes into side control, despite Fochi's attempt to control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Fochi struggling a bit here.#T2#
Fochi stops De Vries from passing to mount.
De Vries is looking to take a break and control but Fochi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Fochi wants to control but De Vries postures up.#SUB#
De Vries in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Fochi is tapping! That's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jozef De Vries!

Event: GDL 81:Wright VS Kock 3
Date: Feb 27, 2021

#R1#
Rakic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rakic looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!#TD2#
Fochi shoots in and gets a takedown into Rakic's guard.
Fochi looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Fochi drops back looking for a leg! Rakic is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rakic manages to kick Fochi off! Fochi jumps back into Rakic's guard.
Fochi pushing down on Rakic's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rakic is in trouble now - Fochi has advanced to mount! #SUB2#
Fochi has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Rakic is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michael Fochi!

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