Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: GFC 14 - Bryant vs. Paa
Date: Oct 16, 2021

#R1#
Wife scores with a sloppy right hand. Bankenfuere should have avoided that one. #CUT#It looks like Berkthar Bankenfuere has been cut.
A slow jab from Bankenfuere misses its intended target.
Bankenfuere misses with a lunging right hand
and Wife counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A combination from Bankenfuere does no damage.
Second Wife seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wife dodges the punch combination from Bankenfuere.
Wife uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bankenfuere.#CL#
Wife closes the distance and clinches.
Bankenfuere has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Wife fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wife softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wife misses with the head strike.
Wife leaning his opponent against the cage.
Bankenfuere misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bankenfuere displaying some good clinch control by pressing Wife up against the cage.
Bankenfuere stalling in the clinch. #T1#
Wife misses with a hook from the clinch.
I was talking to Wife's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Wife gets through Bankenfuere's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Wife lands an uppercut.
Bankenfuere is trying to break the clinch but Wife is controlling him.
Wife swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Bankenfuere blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wife.
Wife throws a punch but it's blocked by Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere misses with a punch to the body.
A right hand to the body from Bankenfuere.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Bankenfuere is trying to break the clinch but Wife has him pressed against the cage.
Wife swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Wife has a couple of punches blocked by Bankenfuere.
Wife misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Wife.
Wife pressing his opponent against the cage.
Bankenfuere can't find room to land a body shot as Wife controls the action.
Wife fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bankenfuere misses with a punch to the body.
Bankenfuere blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wife is working Bankenfuere over against the cage.
Bankenfuere looks winded!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wife.
Wife lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bankenfuere backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bankenfuere.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Wife as Bankenfuere tries to tie him up.
Wife lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Wife misses with some punches.
Wife blocks the elbow strike.
Wife misses with a punch on the inside. #T3#
Wife blocks an uppercut.
Wife lands a left hand.
A bit of stalling here from Wife.
Wife misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bankenfuere blocking some punches.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Bankenfuere blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Wife tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Wife tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bankenfuere blocks an uppercut.
Wife misses with a punch on the inside.
Bankenfuere misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Bankenfuere breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Wife fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bankenfuere fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Wife on the side of the head.
A punch combination from Wife misses.
Wife connects with a body shot that sends Bankenfuere's belly button to the back.#T4#
Wife works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT#That has opened up Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut even more.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A jab from Wife finds it's way through Bankenfuere's defenses.
Wife throws out a loose jab but Bankenfuere uses good head movement to avoid it.
Wife misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wife lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bankenfuere circles away quickly and effectively.
Wife avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bankenfuere ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wife moves away.
Bankenfuere lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Wife backs up against the cage. #CUT2#It looks like Second Wife has been cut.
Bankenfuere misses with a two punch combination.
Wife displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bankenfuere throws out the jab.
A jab from Bankenfuere does it's job there.
Bankenfuere lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bankenfuere swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #CL#
Wife gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A hook to the body from Wife.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Second Wife dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Wife throws a good cross that connects.
Wife throws a right and a left that both miss.
Wife fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wife scores with a jab to the body.
Wife dodges the punch combination from Bankenfuere.
Wife throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Bankenfuere's head.#CUT#The cut above Berkthar Bankenfuere's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#CL#
Wife clinches up against the cage.
Wife fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bankenfuere blocking some punches.
Wife has Bankenfuere pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short uppercut from Wife. #CUT#Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A head punch on the inside from Wife fails to land.
Wife leaning against his opponent.
Bankenfuere trying to stall but Wife improves his position. #T1#
Wife keeps control of Bankenfuere as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bankenfuere has had enough of the clinch but Wife keeps him there for the moment.
Wife lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wife lands with a short punch from the clinch.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Second Wife!
Our winner, Second Wife, 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: GFC 9 - Titanfall
Date: Sep 11, 2021

#R1#
The crowd cheers as Skallagrimsson lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bankenfuere doesn't seem phased though.
Skallagrimsson throws a shot from downtown. Bankenfuere moves away and avoids it.
Bankenfuere throws a right and a left that Skallagrimsson avoids nicely.
Skallagrimsson connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bankenfuere's hands.
Bankenfuere throws a nice looking combination but Skallagrimsson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bankenfuere has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Bankenfuere throws a series of punches but Skallagrimsson avoids them all with ease.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Skallagrimsson! But no joy.
Bankenfuere works Skallagrimsson's body with a nice hook.
Bankenfuere throws a series of punches but Skallagrimsson avoids them all with ease.
Skallagrimsson uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Skallagrimsson.
Bankenfuere throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bankenfuere tries to move into range but Skallagrimsson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Skallagrimsson throws out a powerful jab.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Skallagrimsson throws a jab when Bankenfuere was well out of range.
Bankenfuere is looking for a counter combo.
Skallagrimsson takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT#It looks like Eyvind Skallagrimsson has been cut.
Skallagrimsson throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bankenfuere on the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bankenfuere. Skallagrimsson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Skallagrimsson throws a big counter head kick but Bankenfuere avoids it with no problem.
Skallagrimsson on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL2#
Skallagrimsson instigates a clinch.
Skallagrimsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Skallagrimsson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bankenfuere. #T1#
Skallagrimsson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Skallagrimsson lands with a right to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Berkthar Bankenfuere has been cut.
A head punch on the inside from Skallagrimsson fails to land.
Bankenfuere blocking some punches.
Skallagrimsson lands a right hand.
Bankenfuere swings wildly with an uppercut but Skallagrimsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Skallagrimsson prevents Bankenfuere from breaking the clinch.
Bankenfuere blocks an uppercut.
Bankenfuere working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Skallagrimsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Skallagrimsson misses with a punch on the inside.
Skallagrimsson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Skallagrimsson scores with a nice hook to the head.
A short right from Skallagrimsson.
Skallagrimsson lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Bankenfuere pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Bankenfuere throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bankenfuere looks to land a combination but Skallagrimsson avoids it well.
Bankenfuere fails to land with a series of punches.
Berkthar Bankenfuere is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Skallagrimsson, as that shot connected.
Bankenfuere rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Skallagrimsson moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bankenfuere walks into a stiff left hand from Skallagrimsson.
Bankenfuere looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A jab from Skallagrimsson does it's job there.
Skallagrimsson catches Bankenfuere with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Skallagrimsson lands with a right hand.
Bankenfuere will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
The fight stays on the outside here - Skallagrimsson looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bankenfuere misses with a hook. Skallagrimsson ducked under it nicely.
Skallagrimsson is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Bankenfuere had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Bankenfuere throws a right and a left that Skallagrimsson avoids nicely.
Skallagrimsson turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Skallagrimsson scores with a decent looking hook.
Skallagrimsson throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T3#
Bankenfuere misses with a wild combination.
It seemed like Skallagrimsson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL2#
Skallagrimsson pushes Bankenfuere up against the cage in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Skallagrimsson.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Skallagrimsson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Bankenfuere tries to throw a body punch but Skallagrimsson avoids it by throwing Bankenfuere back against the cage.
Bankenfuere controlling the action here for a moment.
Bankenfuere misses with the head strike.
Skallagrimsson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bankenfuere looking to stall.
Stalling in the clinch from Bankenfuere.
Skallagrimsson has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Bankenfuere seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Skallagrimsson can turn it around.
The referee is keeping an eye on Bankenfuere - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Bankenfuere tries a body shot but Skallagrimsson blocks it. #T4#
Skallagrimsson lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bankenfuere backwards.
Bankenfuere blocks a punch to the side of the head. #TD2#
Skallagrimsson pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB2#
Skallagrimsson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bankenfuere doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bankenfuere manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Skallagrimsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Skallagrimsson working for a triangle but Bankenfuere defends it easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bankenfuere is looking to advance position but Skallagrimsson has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Skallagrimsson tries to take his opponent's back but Bankenfuere turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Eyvind Skallagrimsson dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Bankenfuere's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bankenfuere throws a nice looking combination but Skallagrimsson bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bankenfuere throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#CL2#
Skallagrimsson takes the fight into the clinch.
Bankenfuere looking to stall.
Bankenfuere misses with an elbow over the top.
Skallagrimsson has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Skallagrimsson throws a punch but it's blocked by Bankenfuere.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Bankenfuere misses with a punch to the body.
Skallagrimsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Skallagrimsson lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bankenfuere backwards.
Skallagrimsson lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Skallagrimsson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Skallagrimsson fails to land.
Skallagrimsson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Skallagrimsson lands with a left to the head.
Bankenfuere looking to slow down the pace here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Skallagrimsson. #T1#
Skallagrimsson misses with the head strike.
Bankenfuere tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Skallagrimsson's elbow.
Skallagrimsson swings wildly with an uppercut but Bankenfuere uses good head movement to avoid it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Skallagrimsson.
Eyvind Skallagrimsson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Skallagrimsson throws a head punch that misses.
Bankenfuere blocking some punches.
Bankenfuere stalling in the clinch but Skallagrimsson improves position.
Skallagrimsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Skallagrimsson working aggressively here.
Skallagrimsson tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Skallagrimsson working aggressively here.
Skallagrimsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Skallagrimsson misses with some punches.
Skallagrimsson has a couple of punches blocked by Bankenfuere.
Skallagrimsson throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Skallagrimsson misses with the head strike.
Skallagrimsson blocks a body shot from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere trying to stall but Skallagrimsson improves his position. #TD2#
Skallagrimsson decides to pull guard.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Skallagrimsson. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Bankenfuere looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Skallagrimsson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Skallagrimsson doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bankenfuere stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Skallagrimsson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Bankenfuere's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bankenfuere scoring with punches to the head and body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Skallagrimsson will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Skallagrimsson trying to strike off his back.
Bankenfuere is in close to Skallagrimsson's body, working some short punches and elbows.#T3#
Skallagrimsson throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Bankenfuere pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Skallagrimsson is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Skallagrimsson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bankenfuere defends it easily.#SUB2#
Skallagrimsson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bankenfuere can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Skallagrimsson has his feet on Bankenfuere's thighs here. He's pushed Bankenfuere off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Bankenfuere screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Eyvind Skallagrimsson!
Eyvind Skallagrimsson decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: GFC 6 - Stockholm Syndrome
Date: Aug 07, 2021

#R1#
Abashidze fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bankenfuere manages to avoid it.
Abashidze moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromBankenfuere.
Bankenfuere lands with a hook. Abashidze tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Abashidze connects with a single shot there.
Abashidze shoots in but Bankenfuere avoids the takedown attempt easily.#CL#
Bankenfuere gets tackled into the cage by Abashidze. Abashidze maintains the clinch.
Abashidze misses with a hook to the ribs.
Abashidze avoids a wild elbow strike from Bankenfuere.#BC#
Abashidze breaks from the clinch.
Abashidze rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bankenfuere counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bankenfuere keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Despite the aggression on Bankenfuere's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bankenfuere fails to land with a series of punches.
Abashidze digs a good body shot into Bankenfuere's ribs.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Abashidze.
As Abashidze backs off Bankenfuere throws a huge counter combo but Abashidze manages to avoid it all.
Lasha Abashidze seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bankenfuere takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #T1#
Abashidze fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bankenfuere manages to avoid it.
Bankenfuere is looking for the big counter here.
Bankenfuere takes one on the button.#CUT#It looks like Berkthar Bankenfuere has been cut.
No joy there for Bankenfuere, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bankenfuere does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Abashidze attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Bankenfuere throws a sloppy head kick and Abashidze moves out of range easily.
Abashidze slips under a jab from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere walks into a left hand. #CL#
Abashidze clinches up with Bankenfuere and pushes him back against the cage.
Bankenfuere misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Abashidze avoiding damage as Bankenfuere throws knees to the body.
Bankenfuere letting Abashidze take a breather here.
Abashidze lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bankenfuere backwards.
Abashidze keeps control of Bankenfuere as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Bankenfuere keeps control of Abashidze as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC#
Abashidze's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Bankenfuere throws a right hand that Abashidze ducks under and follows up with a left that Abashidze also avoids with ease.
Berkthar Bankenfuere is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bankenfuere tries to land a body kick#TD#
and Abashidze counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Bankenfuere!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Abashidze scoring with punches from side control.
Bankenfuere takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Abashidze cracks Bankenfuere with a big right hand but Bankenfuere just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Abashidze wants to control but Bankenfuere is keeping him busy.
Bankenfuere really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Abashidze. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bankenfuere takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Bankenfuere is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Abashidze works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Abashidze working the body and head with strikes.
Abashidze is chipping away with strikes.
Abashidze working the ground and pound from side control.#T3#
Abashidze working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Abashidze lands a decent elbow from side control.
Bankenfuere pushes Abashidze away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Abashidze gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Abashidze cracks Bankenfuere with a big elbow.
Abashidze grinds an elbow into Bankenfuere's temple.
Abashidze working the ground and pound from side control.
Bankenfuere stops Abashidze from passing to mount.
Abashidze working away.
Abashidze is looking to take a break and control but Bankenfuere is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Abashidze cracks Bankenfuere with a big right hand but Bankenfuere just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Bankenfuere is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Bankenfuere dodges the ground and pound from Abashidze.#T4#
Abashidze lands a decent elbow from side control.
Bankenfuere is trying to control Abashidze's posture but Abashidze avoids it.
Abashidze working the body and head with strikes.
You can see the frustration on Bankenfuere's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Abashidze landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #CUT#That has opened up Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut even more.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bankenfuere is trying to improve his position.
Bankenfuere on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Abashidze working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards. #CUT#The cut above Berkthar Bankenfuere's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Bankenfuere struggling a bit here.
Abashidze lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Bankenfuere down.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Lasha Abashidze dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Berkthar Bankenfuere'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#
Bankenfuere stuffs the takedown.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Lasha Abashidze!

Event: GFC 4 - Echelon
Date: Jul 17, 2021

#R1#
Bankenfuere lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wife circles away quickly and effectively.
Wife is looking to counter the offense by Bankenfuere and move into the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Bankenfuere misses the target.
Some wild striking there from Bankenfuere.
Wife feinted with a counter takedown.
Bankenfuere scores with a jab to the head.
Bankenfuere throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bankenfuere looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Bankenfuere lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bankenfuere.#CUT2#It looks like Second Wife has been cut.
Wife dodges the punch combination from Bankenfuere.
Wife feinted with a counter takedown.#T1#
Bankenfuere misses with a looping right.
Wife feinted with a counter takedown.
Bankenfuere swinging wildly here.
Bankenfuere misses with a jab, cross combination.
Wife changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bankenfuere misses with a two punch combination.
Wife drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bankenfuere sprawls and moves away.
Bankenfuere misses with a series of wild punches.
Wife slips under a jab.
Bankenfuere throws a hook but Wife blocks it.#T2#
Wife moves out of range as Bankenfuere throws a body kick.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Bankenfuere looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bankenfuere lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Wife circles away quickly and effectively.
Wife feinted with a counter takedown.
Bankenfuere misses with a series of wild punches.
Wife appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Berkthar Bankenfuere seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bankenfuere displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bankenfuere swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Berkthar Bankenfuere is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bankenfuere throws a sloppy head kick and Wife moves out of range easily.
Wife tries to counter with a takedown but Bankenfuere is quick to defend against it.#T3#
Bankenfuere misses with a body shot.
Wife wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A combination from Bankenfuere does no damage.
Bankenfuere swings for the body but Wife moves out of range.
Wife half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bankenfuere misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Bankenfuere fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bankenfuere jabs Wife right on the nose. Wife blinks but takes it well.
Wife slips a jab from Bankenfuere.
Wife appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Bankenfuere has knocked Wife down with a huge combo! Bankenfuere steps away and waves a wobbly Wife back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
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!
Bankenfuere jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Wife tries to counter with a takedown but Bankenfuere is quick to defend against it.#T4#
Bankenfuere misses with the combination.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.#KD2#
Bankenfuere lands a left and a right that send Wife crashing to the mat, dazed. Bankenfuere thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#Wife is rocked!
A swing and a miss from Bankenfuere.
Wife appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bankenfuere misses with a straight left.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bankenfuere - that will leave a mark!
Wife takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wife blocks a jab.
Wife half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bankenfuere misses with an uppercut. Wife saw that one coming.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Berkthar Bankenfuere dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Second Wife's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Wife blocks a jab.
Wife drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bankenfuere sprawls and moves away.
Bankenfuere misses with a looping left.
Bankenfuere fails to land with a series of punches.
A punch combination from Bankenfuere misses.
Wife tries to counter with a takedown but Bankenfuere is quick to defend against it.
Bankenfuere throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bankenfuere misses with a straight right.
Wife dodges the punch combination from Bankenfuere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bankenfuere swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Bankenfuere throws a hook to the side of Wife's head but Wife sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Bankenfuere connects with a good right hand that stumbles Wife. Wife circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bankenfuere misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Wife tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bankenfuere manages to circle out of the way.
Bankenfuere is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wife.
A head kick misses from Bankenfuere.
Wife appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Wife avoids the head kick by Bankenfuere.
Wife uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bankenfuere.
Wife drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bankenfuere sprawls and moves away.
Second Wife is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wife walks into a stiff left hand from Bankenfuere.#CUT2#Second Wife's cut is getting worse.
Bankenfuere has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Wife is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bankenfuere ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wife moves away.
Wife drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bankenfuere sprawls and moves away.
Wife ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wife changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T2#
Bankenfuere throws a leg kick but Wife checks it.
Wife appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A slow jab from Bankenfuere misses its intended target.
Wife tries to counter with a takedown but Bankenfuere is quick to defend against it.
Bankenfuere throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wife.
Wife appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A punch combination from Bankenfuere misses.
Bankenfuere swinging wildly here.
Good standup being displayed there by Bankenfuere as he connects with a hook.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Wife might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Bankenfuere tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T3#
Bankenfuere swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Wife half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bankenfuere misses with a few strikes there.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bankenfuere!
Bankenfuere throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Wife tries to counter with a takedown but Bankenfuere is quick to defend against it.
Bankenfuere will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bankenfuere throws a shot from downtown. Wife moves away and avoids it.
Bankenfuere throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Wife's head.
Bankenfuere looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bankenfuere has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Wife moves out of range as Bankenfuere strikes.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Bankenfuere misses with a few strikes there.
Wife drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bankenfuere sprawls and moves away.
Bankenfuere throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Wife changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bankenfuere lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bankenfuere.#CUT2#Second Wife's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Wife takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Wife avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wife walks into a stiff left hand from Bankenfuere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Berkthar Bankenfuere showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Second Wife's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Wife moves out of range of the body kick.
Bankenfuere throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Wife.
Wife blocks a head kick by Bankenfuere.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Wife. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Wife bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bankenfuere misses with a looping right.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
No joy there for Bankenfuere, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Wife half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bankenfuere throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
and Wife counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Wife.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wife is fighting to break Bankenfuere's control of his arms but Bankenfuere is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bankenfuere is wriggling around but Wife manages to pass to half guard. #T1##SU#
Wife decides to stand up.
Bankenfuere throws a body shot but no joy.
Bankenfuere is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Sloppy strikes from Bankenfuere. Those never looked like landing.
Wife appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Bankenfuere swinging wildly here.
Bankenfuere throws an overhand right that lands on Wife's shoulder, as Wife tries to avoid the shot.
Wife has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Bankenfuere lands with a nice combination. Wife backs away looking to recover.#T2#
Bankenfuere throws a head kick that misses.
Bankenfuere takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bankenfuere misses with a looping left.
Wife half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bankenfuere swinging wildly here.
A punch combination from Bankenfuere misses.
Bankenfuere lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#Jeez, Second Wife's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bankenfuere fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Wife manages to avoid it.
Wife tries to counter with a takedown but Bankenfuere is quick to defend against it.
Bankenfuere looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bankenfuere throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Wife counters by clinching up. #T3#
Wife misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wife misses with a short punch on the inside.
Bankenfuere stalling against the cage.
Wife misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Wife.
Bankenfuere misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bankenfuere stalls.
Wife misses with a hook from the clinch.
Wife lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Wife creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Bankenfuere breaks from the clinch.
Wife moves away from the strike by Bankenfuere. #T4#
Wife ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Wife blocks the body kick.
Wife moves out of range of the strikes.
Wife drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bankenfuere sprawls and moves away.
Bankenfuere tries a head kick but it misses.
Bankenfuere looks to land a combination but Wife avoids it well.
Bankenfuere throws a body shot but no joy.
Bankenfuere swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Wife attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Bankenfuere throws a hook but Wife blocks it.
Wife changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Second Wife has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Berkthar Bankenfuere is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bankenfuere throws a wild combination but nothing lands.

And that's the end of the fight!
Berkthar Bankenfuere comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bankenfuere 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 25:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 25:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 25:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Berkthar Bankenfuere!

Event: GFC 1 - For Honour and Glory
Date: Jun 19, 2021

#R1#
Ironfeld scores with a hook to the body. Bankenfuere takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ironfeld scores with the left hand. Bankenfuere knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT2#It looks like Berkthar Bankenfuere has been cut.
Bankenfuere takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bankenfuere has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Bankenfuere cracks Ironfeld with an open hand slap.
Bankenfuere misses with a hook
and Ironfeld counters with a nice uppercut.
Some wild striking there from Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere throws a big counter combination but Ironfeld scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ironfeld takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Ironfeld fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it really well and circles away.
A lazy left from Ironfeld finds it's target.
Sloppy strikes from Ironfeld. Those never looked like landing.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ironfeld swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bankenfuere is looking to counter punch.
Bankenfuere looks to land a combination but Ironfeld avoids it well.
Ironfeld 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#
Ironfeld fails to land with a series of punches.
Bankenfuere avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ironfeld slips a jab and a cross from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere blocks a jab.
Ironfeld tries to move into range but Bankenfuere moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
No joy there for Bankenfuere, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ironfeld misses with a two punch combination.
Bankenfuere misses with a body kick.
Bankenfuere takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bankenfuere avoids the body shot from Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bankenfuere throws a nice looking combination but Ironfeld bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ironfeld is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bankenfuere rather than just go for the knockout.
Ironfeld throws a body shot but no joy.
Bankenfuere takes one on the button.
Bankenfuere misses with an attempted mid kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bankenfuere throws a head kick that misses. #T2#
Ironfeld lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bankenfuere at a distance.
Ironfeld misses with a wild combination.
Ironfeld digs a good body shot into Bankenfuere's ribs.
Left hook, right uppercut from Ironfeld.
Some wild striking there from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere tries to bum rush Ironfeld with a series of wild strikes but Ironfeld uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Ironfeld connects with a body shot that sends Bankenfuere's belly button to the back.
Berkthar Bankenfuere is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bankenfuere takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bankenfuere avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bankenfuere dodges the punch combination from Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ironfeld thuds his right hand into Bankenfuere's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#T3#
Ironfeld throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bankenfuere stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bankenfuere looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ironfeld dips to his left and cracks Bankenfuere with an uppercut!
Bankenfuere misses with a combination
and Ironfeld counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bankenfuere thinking.
Bankenfuere cracks a nice hook into Ironfeld's ribs.
Bankenfuere ducks under a wild hook from Ironfeld.
Ironfeld throws a body shot but no joy.
Ironfeld ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Ironfeld avoids the head kick by Bankenfuere.
Some wild striking there from Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bankenfuere. #T4#
Bankenfuere throws a combination that misses
and Ironfeld counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bankenfuere is breathing heavily.
Bankenfuere throws a body shot but no joy.
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!
Ironfeld keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A head kick misses from Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Ironfeld lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bankenfuere at a distance.
Ironfeld clobbers Bankenfuere with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #TD2#
Ironfeld shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Ironfeld postures up in Bankenfuere's guard and throws a big left but Bankenfuere blocks it.
Bankenfuere on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Bankenfuere tries to get out of the position.
Ironfeld throws a big elbow that misses.
Ironfeld with a nice head shot there.
Ironfeld has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ironfeld trying to control but Bankenfuere is working from the bottom.
Ironfeld is working Bankenfuere over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Ironfeld controlling from the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Theros Ironfeld dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Ironfeld cracks Bankenfuere with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ironfeld scores with a hook to the body. Bankenfuere takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ironfeld ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bankenfuere moves away.
Ironfeld connects with a body shot that sends Bankenfuere's belly button to the back.
Bankenfuere takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bankenfuere goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#CUT#It looks like Theros Ironfeld has been cut.
Ironfeld moves away from the strike by Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bankenfuere with a body shot.
Ironfeld has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Nice uppercut lands for Bankenfuere. That snapped Ironfeld's head back.
Berkthar Bankenfuere is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ironfeld wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bankenfuere throws a series of punches but Ironfeld avoids them all with ease.
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!
Bankenfuere waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere misses with a wild body shot.
Ironfeld slips under a jab from Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld lands a body shot. #T1#
Ironfeld throws a looping overhand right but Bankenfuere ducks down to avoid it.
Bankenfuere moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT2#Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut is getting worse.
Bankenfuere feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Ironfelds jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Ironfeld ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nice shot lands for Ironfeld.
Ironfeld fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bankenfuere looks to land a combination. Ironfeld sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Ironfeld connects with a body shot.
Theros Ironfeld seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Good exchange - Ironfeld coming out on top.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ironfeld cracks Bankenfuere with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bankenfuere tries to bum rush Ironfeld with a series of wild strikes but Ironfeld uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bankenfuere misses with a hook
and Ironfeld counters with a straight right hand.
Ironfeld lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ironfeld swinging wildly here.
Bankenfuere swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#T2#
Ironfeld lands with a straight right. Bankenfuere didn't see that one coming.
Ironfeld lands a nice looking body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Ironfeld. Those never looked like landing.
A quick step to the side and Bankenfuere tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ironfeld bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bankenfuere's head.
Bankenfuere misses with a few strikes there.
Ironfeld looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ironfeld lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bankenfuere walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2#Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Ironfeld with a hook.
Bankenfuere looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A big right from Ironfeld misses.
Theros Ironfeld seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ironfeld doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Jab from Ironfeld.
Ironfeld ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ironfeld jabs at Bankenfuere's body.#T3#
Ironfeld lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Ironfeld connects with a nice looking jab.
A combination from Bankenfuere does no damage.
Ironfeld misses with a left hand
and Bankenfuere counters with a one-two to the body.
Ironfeld thuds a left hand into Bankenfuere's body.
Bankenfuere takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bankenfuere walks into a jab.#CUT2#Jeez, Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Bankenfuere has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bankenfuere there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ironfeld works Bankenfuere's body with a nice hook.
Ironfeld ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bankenfuere moves away.
Bankenfuere throws a big counter combination but Ironfeld scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Ironfeld defending well as Bankenfuere loads up on a big left hand.
Ironfeld appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ironfeld misses with a left hand
and Bankenfuere counters with a right hand to the body.
Ironfeld cracks a nice hook into Bankenfuere's ribs.
A punch combination from Bankenfuere misses.
Ironfeld swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T4#
Ironfeld throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ironfeld takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Bankenfuere throws a nice looking combination but Ironfeld bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ironfeld showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bankenfuere defends it well.
Bankenfuere misses with a series of wild punches.
It seemed like Ironfeld was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Ironfeld digs a good hook to Bankenfuere's body.
Ironfeld throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ironfeld lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ironfeld scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bankenfuere gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Theros Ironfeld!

Event: C4 - Contenders Series 3
Date: May 05, 2021

#R1#
A combination from Bankenfuere does no damage.
Ironfeld half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ironfeld digs a good hook to Bankenfuere's body.
Bankenfuere walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bankenfuere misses with a wild combination.
Ironfeld displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bankenfuere throws out the jab.
Ironfeld fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bankenfuere looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ironfeld swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ironfeld fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bankenfuere comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ironfeld staying out of range there.
An attempted straight right counter from Ironfeld misses the target.
Ironfeld fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bankenfuere manages to avoid it.
Bankenfuere avoids the body shot from Ironfeld.
Ironfeld connects with a body shot that sends Bankenfuere's belly button to the back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The fighters circle momentarily. Bankenfuere darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ironfeld throws a body punch but Bankenfuere moves out of range.
Nice jab there from Bankenfuere. #CUT2#It looks like Theros Ironfeld has been cut.#T1#
Ironfeld fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bankenfuere manages to avoid it.
Good standup being displayed there by Ironfeld as he connects with a hook.
Ironfeld has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Ludus Magnus in the buildup to the fight.
Bankenfuere's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bankenfuere duly obliges.
The fighters circling - Bankenfuere throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ironfeld attempts a counter takedown but Bankenfuere avoids it well and moves away.
Ironfeld throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ironfeld scores with a jab to the head.
Berkthar Bankenfuere is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No joy there for Bankenfuere, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bankenfuere misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ironfeld connects with a single shot there.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Bankenfuere has knocked Ironfeld down with a huge combo! Bankenfuere steps away and waves a wobbly Ironfeld back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Ironfeld is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bankenfuere missing with a left hand there. Ironfeld was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oh Ironfeld is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Ironfeld slips under a jab.
Ironfeld is looking to wear down Bankenfuere with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ironfeld ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bankenfuere moves away.
Nice body kick there by Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld seems to have got his legs back now.
Ironfeld uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Ironfeld ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bankenfuere moves away.
Ironfeld misses with an uppercut. Bankenfuere saw that one coming.
Ironfeld throws a combination. Bankenfuere tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#KD2#
Bankenfuere lands a left and a right that send Ironfeld crashing to the mat, dazed. Bankenfuere thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!
We've been informed that Bankenfuere 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.
Bankenfuere throws a sloppy head kick and Ironfeld moves out of range easily.
Ironfeld lands a nice hook to Bankenfuere's body. Bankenfuere takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bankenfuere walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ironfeld throws a body punch but Bankenfuere moves out of range.
Bankenfuere lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Bankenfuere on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bankenfuere looks for the body kick but Ironfeld saw that one coming.
Bankenfuere looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bankenfuere throws a nice looking combination but Ironfeld bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ironfeld blocks the body kick.
Ironfeld misses with a wild body shot.
Ironfeld avoids the head kick by Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Ironfeld misses with the combination.
Ironfeld throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bankenfuere misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ironfeld with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Berkthar Bankenfuere has been cut.
Bankenfuere throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ironfeld lands a slapping body shot.
Ironfeld changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ironfeld throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bankenfuere on the side of the head.
Ironfeld ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ironfeld drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bankenfuere sprawls and moves away.
Bankenfuere tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ironfeld was well out of range. Poor timing from Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld lands a really nice looking cross but Bankenfuere seems unphased.
Bankenfuere keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bankenfuere throws a counter combo.
Bankenfuere slips a jab from Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ironfeld counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ironfeld takes a swing at Bankenfuere's ribcage but misses.
Bankenfuere looks to land a combination but Ironfeld avoids it well.
Bankenfuere looks to land a combination but Ironfeld avoids it well.
It looked like Ironfeld wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ironfeld waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bankenfuere.
A combination from Bankenfuere does no damage.
Ironfeld displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bankenfuere throws out the jab.
Ironfeld moves out of range of the body kick.
As Bankenfuere looks to move away, Ironfeld throws a big counter combo but Bankenfuere just gets out of the way.
Bankenfuere misses with a head kick.
Ironfeld throws a series of punches but Bankenfuere moves out of range.
Ironfeld throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ironfeld throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bankenfuere.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bankenfuere swings widly with a right hand #TD#
so Ironfeld counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.

Bankenfuere has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Ironfeld has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#BC#
Ironfeld breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Berkthar Bankenfuere will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Bankenfuere misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ironfeld catches Bankenfuere with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Bankenfuere misses with a body shot.
Ironfeld misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bankenfuere rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ironfeld moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ironfeld throws a big shot that misses.
Bankenfuere thuds his right hand into Ironfeld's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A punch combination from Bankenfuere misses.
Good exchange - Ironfeld coming out on top.
Ironfeld misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bankenfuere.
Berkthar Bankenfuere is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ironfeld throws a nice looking combination but Bankenfuere bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Ironfeld lands with a shot to the body.
Bankenfuere showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Ironfeld.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bankenfuere misses with a hook.#T1#
Bankenfuere avoids the body shot from Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere connects with a body shot.
Bankenfuere gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Ironfeld.
Ironfeld ducks under a wild hook from Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld throws a lazy uppercut
and Bankenfuere counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ironfeld. Bankenfuere does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bankenfuere looks to land a combination but Ironfeld avoids it well.
Ironfeld was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Berkthar Bankenfuere seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A combination from Bankenfuere does no damage.
Bankenfuere avoids the body shot from Ironfeld.
Ironfeld throws a jab when Bankenfuere was well out of range.
Ironfeld moves away from the strike by Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere throws a right and a left that both miss.
Decent striking displayed by Bankenfuere there.
Bankenfuere pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T2#
Bankenfuere misses the body punch
and Ironfeld connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Theros Ironfeld seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ironfeld scores with a body shot.
Ironfeld lands with a nice body punch.
Bankenfuere throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bankenfuere swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Ironfeld counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ironfeld throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ironfeld uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ironfeld.#TD#
Ironfeld drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Ironfeld working the head and body with strikes.
Ironfeld wants to control but Bankenfuere is keeping him busy.
Ironfeld lands a nice forearm strike. #T3#
Ironfeld works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Ironfeld wants to control but Bankenfuere is keeping him busy.
Bankenfuere stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Bankenfuere is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ironfeld working the head and body with strikes.
Ironfeld tries to move to mount but Bankenfuere blocks the move with his legs.
Bankenfuere struggling a bit here.#T4#
Ironfeld in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Ironfeld creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Ironfeld scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ironfeld wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bankenfuere keeps working.
Ironfeld working the head and body with strikes.
A lull in the action here as Ironfeld stalls from top position.
Ironfeld in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Bankenfuere taking a bit of punishment here - Ironfeld scoring with strikes.
Ironfeld lands a decent elbow from side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Theros Ironfeld dominated that second round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Ironfeld connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bankenfuere will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bankenfuere throws a jab but it's blocked by Ironfeld.
Ironfeld darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bankenfuere uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ironfeld.#TD#
Ironfeld darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Ironfeld is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ironfeld looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Ironfeld sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bankenfuere defending well though.
Bankenfuere trying to hold on to Ironfeld's head to control him but Ironfeld postures up.
Ironfeld controlling the action here.#T1#
Bankenfuere is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ironfeld missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Bankenfuere moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Bankenfuere wants to stand and escape but Ironfeld is having none of it.
Ironfeld looking to pass the guard.
Theros Ironfeld overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Ironfeld landing with the ground and pound.
Bankenfuere utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ironfeld postures up in Bankenfuere's guard and throws a big left but Bankenfuere blocks it.
Ironfeld throwing strikes but missing.
Ironfeld in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bankenfuere seems keen to control Ironfeld's posture.
Bankenfuere controls Ironfeld momentarily but Ironfeld frees himself.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ironfeld fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bankenfuere takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bankenfuere on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Ironfeld takes a swing at Bankenfuere's ribcage but misses.
Ironfeld pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bankenfuere is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Ironfeld misses the target.
Bankenfuere throws a right and a left that both miss.
Ironfeld slips a jab from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere scores with a nice right hand.
Bankenfuere doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ironfeld. Bankenfuere does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice takedown defense from Bankenfuere. No joy for Ironfeld on that attempt.
Sloppy strikes from Bankenfuere. Those never looked like landing.
An attempted straight right counter from Ironfeld misses the target.
Bankenfuere misses with an uppercut.
Ironfeld throws a shot to the body.
Ironfeld jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bankenfuere takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ironfeld throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bankenfuere avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bankenfuere looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Ironfeld throws a right hand that Bankenfuere ducks under and follows up with a left that Bankenfuere also avoids with ease.
Bankenfuere fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ironfeld misses with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ironfeld scores with a nice strike.
Ironfeld connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bankenfuere's hands.
Bankenfuere ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ironfeld with a hook.#TD#
Ironfeld gets the takedown into side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bankenfuere is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Ironfeld in side control, throwing shots but Bankenfuere defends.
Ironfeld tries to move to mount but Bankenfuere blocks the move with his legs.
Bankenfuere wants to control but Ironfeld postures up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Theros Ironfeld showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Ironfeld 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 Steve Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 29:28
Judge William Peck scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Theros Ironfeld!

Event: C4 Contenders Series 2
Date: Apr 21, 2021

#R1#
Bankenfuere scores with a head kick. Ironfeld tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#CUT2#It looks like Theros Ironfeld has been cut.#TD#
Ironfeld scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Bankenfuere can't do much from the bottom here.
Bankenfuere is trying to get back to half guard.
Ironfeld lands a nice forearm strike.
Bankenfuere taking punishment in the form of punches.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bankenfuere tries to bench press Ironfeld off him but Ironfeld keeps the position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bankenfuere can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Ironfeld goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Bankenfuere has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Ironfeld but great work by Bankenfuere.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ironfeld manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Bankenfuere missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Bankenfuere is looking for a kimura but Ironfeld is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bankenfuere to get the leverage. #T1#
Ironfeld is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ironfeld 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.
Bankenfuere wants to stand up but Ironfeld is controlling the position.
Ironfeld is looking to get back to full guard here but Bankenfuere has managed to pass to side control instead.
Bankenfuere working away.
Ironfeld is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Ironfeld 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.
Ironfeld is trying to control but Bankenfuere passes into side control! #SUB2#
Bankenfuere is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ironfeld knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bankenfuere advances nicely into full mount.
Ironfeld gets back to half guard.
Bankenfuere is controlling the pace. #T3#
Ironfeld controlling the position for now.#SUB2#
Bankenfuere is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ironfeld is trying to stand.
Ironfeld is not content to let Bankenfuere control the position.
Ironfeld trying to control but Bankenfuere postures up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A head kick misses from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bankenfuere swings widly with a right hand #CL#
and Ironfeld moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ironfeld.
Bankenfuere lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ironfeld or not.
Bankenfuere misses with a body punch.
Stalling in the clinch from Bankenfuere.
Bankenfuere tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ironfeld's elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD#
Ironfeld gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Bankenfuere regains guard.
Bankenfuere looking for a sweep. Not yet Bankenfuere, not yet.
Bankenfuere wants to stand up but Ironfeld is controlling him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Berkthar Bankenfuere dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Theros Ironfeld's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bankenfuere pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bankenfuere lands with a nice body kick.
Bankenfuere misses with a kick to the body.
Bankenfuere tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
As Bankenfuere tries to get set, Ironfeld tries to push him back and clinch up but Bankenfuere manages to avoid the attempt.
A punch combination from Bankenfuere misses.
Ironfeld fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Ironfeld closes the distance and clinches up with Bankenfuere, looking for a takedown. Ironfeld pushes Bankenfuere against the cage but Bankenfuere circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bankenfuere throws a push kick but Ironfeld slaps the foot to one side.
Ironfeld tries to counter with a takedown but Bankenfuere is quick to defend against it.
Ironfeld shoots in for a double leg but Bankenfuere sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Theros Ironfeld. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ironfeld misses with a double jab
and Bankenfuere counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Ironfeld takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Bankenfuere misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Bankenfuere tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bankenfuere throws the kick towards the body but Ironfeld avoids it.
Bankenfuere misses with the combination.
Ironfeld shoots in looking for a takedown. Bankenfuere tries to sprawl out of it but Ironfeld keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bankenfuere manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Ironfeld fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD#
Bankenfuere gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bankenfuere wants to sweep but no luck.
Bankenfuere looking to control. #T2##SU#
Ironfeld stands and steps away. Bankenfuere gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #CL#
Ironfeld instigates a clinch.
Bankenfuere lands a hook that snaps the head of Ironfeld backwards.
Bankenfuere stalling in the clinch.
Ironfeld has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Ironfeld wants to take the fight to the mat but Bankenfuere manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Bankenfuere stalls.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bankenfuere takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Bankenfuere avoiding damage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T3#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Berkthar Bankenfuere.
Ironfeld tries to clinch but Bankenfuere moves away
and Ironfeld takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bankenfuere misses with a jab, cross combination. #TD#
Ironfeld scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Theros Ironfeld overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Bankenfuere tries to improve position but can't. #SUB#
Ironfeld looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Bankenfuere wants to get back to his feet but Ironfeld is dominant here and he's now got Bankenfuere's back!
Bankenfuere wants to get back to his feet.
Bankenfuere looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ironfeld. #T4#
Bankenfuere trying to control the hands but Ironfeld won't let him.
Bankenfuere wants to escape the position.
Bankenfuere trying to control but not successfully.
Bankenfuere wants to escape the position.
Bankenfuere wants to control his opponent's hands but Ironfeld gets his hands free.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Berkthar Bankenfuere showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Theros Ironfeld'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##CL#
Ironfeld gets a clinch. #TD#
Ironfeld drags the fight down to the ground.
Bankenfuere 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.
Ironfeld looking to control.
Bankenfuere with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Bankenfuere postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bankenfuere wants to control from the top but Ironfeld keeps moving. #SUB#
Ironfeld had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bankenfuere defends it easily.#T1#
Bankenfuere wants to get up but he can't break Ironfeld's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Bankenfuere passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Bankenfuere in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Ironfeld managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Bankenfuere. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ironfeld regains half guard.
Bankenfuere missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Ironfeld tries to get to full guard but Bankenfuere has control of the leg.
Bankenfuere is looking to take a break and control but Ironfeld is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bankenfuere is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ironfeld is just riding it out for now. Bankenfuere eventually gives up the hold.
Ironfeld is trying to control but can't. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Bankenfuere leaves Ironfeld with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bankenfuere throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bankenfuere cracks Ironfeld with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Bankenfuere misses with a looping right.
Bankenfuere will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Theros Ironfeld is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Ironfeld shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bankenfuere pinned against the cage. Bankenfuere gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Bankenfuere tries a head kick but it misses.
Bankenfuere has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
Ironfeld shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bankenfuere as he avoids it easily.
Bankenfuere looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Theros Ironfeld. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ironfeld shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bankenfuere as he avoids it easily.
Ironfeld walks forward, straight into a front kick from Bankenfuere.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
No luck for Ironfeld with that takedown attempt.
Bankenfuere is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bankenfuere throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ironfeld's head.
Ironfeld showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bankenfuere.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bankenfuere misses with a kick to the body.
Bankenfuere keeps the fight on the outside.
Theros Ironfeld has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Berkthar Bankenfuere is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bankenfuere dodges the punch combination from Ironfeld.
Despite the aggression on Bankenfuere's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.

And that's the end of the fight!
Berkthar Bankenfuere comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bankenfuere 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Berkthar Bankenfuere!

Event: C4 XXIII - Wu vs. Dias
Date: Feb 27, 2021

#R1##CL#
Macropus forces Bankenfuere back against the cage and clinches.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Macropus lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Berkthar Bankenfuere has been cut.
Come on Macropus - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Macropus can't find room to land a body shot as Bankenfuere controls the action.
Bankenfuere's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT#That has opened up Berkthar Bankenfuere's cut even more.
Macropus pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Macropus prevents Bankenfuere from breaking the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Macropus misses with an elbow strike.
Bankenfuere tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Bankenfuere trying to land knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bankenfuere swings wildly with an uppercut but Macropus uses good head movement to avoid it.
I was talking to Macropus's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Bankenfuere doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Macropus working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Macropus throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bankenfuere looks winded!
Macropus leaning against his opponent. #T1#
Macropus keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bankenfuere's efforts to push away.
Bankenfuere takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#The cut above Berkthar Bankenfuere's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Geryon Macropus!
A victorious Geryon Macropus thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

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