Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: SYN 999 Olsen vs Washington
Date: Jul 03, 2023

#R1#
Hall takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#CUT#It looks like Robbie Hall has been cut.
Pjetlic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hall sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And Hall tries to counter it with a takedown but Pjetlic pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hall moves away.
Hall tries to counter by closing the distance.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
And Hall tries to counter it with a takedown but Pjetlic pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Pjetlic misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Hall counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Pjetlic wants to control but Hall is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hall trying to control the pace.
Hall is looking to take a break and control but Pjetlic is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic is looking to improve his position. #T1##SUB2#
Hall is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Hall is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Hall is trying to control the action in half guard but Pjetlic is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Hall is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pjetlic is just riding it out for now. Hall eventually gives up the hold.
Hall content to control rather than advance. #T2##SUB2#
Hall is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Hall maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Pjetlic could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Hall has cracked it and Pjetlic is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Hall!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Robbie Hall!
Robbie Hall decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.

Event: SYN 981 Balin vs. Finlayson
Date: May 03, 2023

#R1#
Green tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pjetlic swivels and escapes.#TD#
Green looking to score a takedown here. Pjetlic is defending well but Green drives through and ends up in Pjetlic's guard.
Green stays in close to Pjetlic's body and controls the position.
Green wants to control from the top but Pjetlic keeps moving.
Green forces his way into half guard.
Pjetlic trying to control here.
Green is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Green has taken his back.
Green seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Green patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T1##SUB#
Green is working for the choke. It looks like he might have got it... has he...? Yes! Pjetlic is tapping out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Ed Green!
Ed Green made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLBENT in his post fight interview.

Event: SYN 975 Fedetenko vs. Young
Date: Apr 12, 2023

#R1#
Pjetlic leaves Short with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pjetlic! But no joy.
Jerry Short seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pjetlic cracks Short with a good jab.#CUT2#It looks like Jerry Short has been cut.#TD#
Short scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Short is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pjetlic sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Short has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Pjetlic defend it? Short steps over the head and cranks it - Pjetlic is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Short!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jerry Short!

Event: SYN 969 Tarver vs. Greene
Date: Mar 22, 2023

#R1#
Job tries for a takedown but Pjetlic circles away easily
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Pjetlic takes a swing at Job's ribcage but misses.
Pjetlic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Job.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Job shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Job was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Job landing a few strikes.
Job just content to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic struggling a bit here.
Job throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T1#
Job working the body and head with strikes.
Pjetlic is looking for a sweep.
Job working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Job controls the position.
Job trying to control the position but Pjetlic is working away.
Pjetlic's coaches at DC Dragon Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Pjetlic dodges the ground and pound from Job.
You can see the frustration on Pjetlic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Job thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Job tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
You can see the frustration on Pjetlic's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
My spies in NY Savages inform me that Job has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Pjetlic tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Job working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Job has hold of Pjetlic's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Pjetlic seems comfortable defending it but Job has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Pjetlic is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Pjetlic is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Job couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Odd Job!

Event: SYN 963 Tarver vs. Bar
Date: Mar 01, 2023

#R1#
Redd misses with a body shot.
Pjetlic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Redd throws a hook to the side of Pjetlic's head but Pjetlic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Nice takedown defense from Pjetlic. No joy for Redd on that attempt.
Redd throws a lazy right hand but Pjetlic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Redd uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pjetlic.
Redd shoots and misses
and Pjetlic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Redd misses with an uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Redd moves out of range as Pjetlic strikes.
Redd swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Redd tries for a takedown but Pjetlic circles away easily
and Pjetlic counters with a straight right hand.#ROC2#Redd is rocked!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Kodiyak Redd. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Pjetlic shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Redd takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Pjetlic sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Redd bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maro Pjetlic!
A relieved looking Maro Pjetlic 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: Highland 206
Date: Nov 11, 2022

#R1##CL#
Vargas has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short right from Vargas.
Vargas tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Vargas tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it.
Vargas tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it. #BC2#
Pjetlic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
We've been told by Vargas's head coaches at FIGHT FOUNDERS (CA) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pjetlic catches Vargas with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CUT2#It looks like Arturo Vargas has been cut.#CL#
Vargas gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Vargas works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Vargas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vargas tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pjetlic's elbow.
Pjetlic wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vargas lands a body punch.
Vargas tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pjetlic's elbow.
A left hand lands to the body for Vargas.
Vargas with a knee to the head.
Vargas lands a knee to the head. #CUT#It looks like Maro Pjetlic has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vargas tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it. #T1#
Vargas with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A head punch on the inside from Vargas fails to land.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Vargas is controlling him.
Vargas misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vargas missing with knees to the body.
Vargas lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vargas.
Vargas is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Pjetlic looks winded!
Vargas lands a shoulder strike.
Pjetlic can't break the clinch.
Vargas lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Pjetlic.
Vargas misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vargas is leaning against Pjetlic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Vargas obliges.
Vargas lands a hook that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vargas. #T2#
Vargas is working Pjetlic over against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pjetlic takes a knee to the side of the body.
Vargas utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Vargas lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vargas landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Vargas pushes Pjetlic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vargas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vargas lands a knee to the head.
Pjetlic takes a shot to the head.
Pjetlic takes a shot to the head.
Vargas lands a hook that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vargas putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pjetlic in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Vargas lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vargas tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vargas lands a good knee to the midsection. Pjetlic won't want to take too many of those.#T3#
Vargas lands a body shot.
Vargas lands a hook that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vargas presses Pjetlic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vargas utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vargas.
Vargas lands a knee to the body.
Vargas lands an uppercut.
Vargas crunches a lovely knee into Pjetlic's ribcage.
Vargas pushes Pjetlic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vargas lands a left hand.
Vargas landing some nice looking knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vargas cracks Pjetlic with a nice body shot.
Pjetlic takes a knee to the side of the body.
Vargas landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Vargas pushes Pjetlic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T4#
Vargas with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Vargas works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vargas.
A left hand lands to the body for Vargas.
Vargas lands a nice shot to the body.
Vargas landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Vargas goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vargas with the Thai clinch, moves his hips back and unleashes a brutal knee to the head! Pjetlic drops to the mat in a crumpled heap! Huuuuuuge knee there! WOW!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Arturo Vargas!
A very excited looking Arturo Vargas 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: Highland 198
Date: Oct 09, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic digs a good hook to Dick's body.
Pjetlic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pjetlic misses the body punch
and Dick counters with a nice uppercut.
Dick tries to move into range but Pjetlic moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Pjetlic catches Dick with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Pjetlic lands a jab to Dick's midsection.
Pjetlic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent. #CUT#It looks like Needle Dick has been cut.
Dick misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Pjetlic to counter with a crisp jab.
Nice uppercut there from Pjetlic.
A swing and a miss from Dick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pjetlic lands with a shot to the body.
Pjetlic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dick's corner calls for a 1-2. Dick obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pjetlic, as that shot connected.
Pjetlic tests Dick's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Pjetlic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dick.
Dick showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pjetlic. #T1#
Pjetlic scores with a jab.
Pjetlic scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Pjetlic scores with a nice strike.
Dick looks to land a right hand but Pjetlic moved out of range.
Dick has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pjetlic finds it's way round the side to connect with Dick's head.
Pjetlic lands a lovely overhand right.
Pjetlic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dick.
Pjetlic slips under a jab from Dick.
Dick walks into a straight right hand from Pjetlic.
Dick gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Pjetlic gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Dick is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
A relieved looking Maro Pjetlic 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: Highland 195
Date: Sep 30, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #TD#
and Trollslayer counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Pjetlic!
Trollslayer misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Trollslayer cracks Pjetlic with a big elbow.
Trollslayer lands a few punches from side control.
Trollslayer scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Pjetlic to see if he's OK.
Trollslayer landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
The strikes coming from Trollslayer are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Pjetlic parries the strikes from Trollslayer easily there. Trollslayer is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Pjetlic to escape.
Trollslayer 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pjetlic avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Trollslayer.
Trollslayer misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Trollslayer throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Pjetlic defending against the ground and pound.
Trollslayer lands a few punches from side control.
Trollslayer grinds an elbow into Pjetlic's temple.
Trollslayer working the ground and pound but Pjetlic is defending the strikes. #T1#
Pjetlic dodges the ground and pound from Trollslayer.
Sloppy strikes there by Trollslayer.
Pjetlic 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.
Trollslayer creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Trollslayer in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Pjetlic managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Trollslayer.
Pjetlic is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Pjetlic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Trollslayer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Trollslayer looks up at the clock and then as Pjetlic takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Trollslayer smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Pjetlic takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain. #ROC#Pjetlic is rocked!
Trollslayer cracks Pjetlic with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Trollslayer immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Pjetlic is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Trollslayer!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balin Trollslayer!
Balin Trollslayer retains his heavyweight title!

Event: Highland 190
Date: Sep 11, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Giantslayer in his tracks. #CUT2#It looks like Dwalin Giantslayer has been cut.
Pjetlic listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Giantslayer shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pjetlic pinned against the cage. Pjetlic gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Pjetlic misses with a straight right.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Pjetlic slips under a jab from Giantslayer.
Pjetlic fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Pjetlic pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Giantslayer back to the cage. Pjetlic follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Giantslayer is defended easily by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Giantslayer ducks right into an uppercut from Pjetlic.
Giantslayer closes the distance and clinches up with Pjetlic, looking for a takedown. Giantslayer pushes Pjetlic against the cage but Pjetlic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dwalin Giantslayer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Pjetlic.#CUT2#Dwalin Giantslayer's cut is getting worse.
Pjetlic misses with the combination. #T1#
Pjetlic stuffs the takedown.
Maro Pjetlic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Pjetlic has knocked Giantslayer down with a huge combo! Pjetlic steps away and waves a wobbly Giantslayer back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!
Pjetlic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#ROC2#Giantslayer is rocked!
Nice sprawl there from Pjetlic as Giantslayer shoots in.
Pjetlic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Giantslayer misses with a double jab. #TD#
Pjetlic gets caught flat footed, as Giantslayer shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Giantslayer wants to control from the top but Pjetlic keeps moving.
Giantslayer is looking to work some ground and pound but Pjetlic has wrist control.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Giantslayer's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Pjetlic is trying to control the position but Giantslayer postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Giantslayer's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Giantslayer looking to pass the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Giantslayer accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2#
Pjetlic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pjetlic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Giantslayer is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Giantslayer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Pjetlic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Giantslayer controls the pace.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Giantslayer's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pjetlic lands a glancing blow to the side of Giantslayer's head.
Pjetlic has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nice body punch from Pjetlic. #T3#
Giantslayer ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Giantslayer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Giantslayer moves away.
Giantslayer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Pjetlic sprawls and moves away.
Pjetlic lands a two punch combo. #CUT2#Dwalin Giantslayer's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#TD#
Giantslayer scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Giantslayer throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Giantslayer in particular looking to stall.
Giantslayer landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Pjetlic wants to improve his position but Giantslayer is controlling well.
Giantslayer works his way into full mount!
Giantslayer with a couple of short strikes.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Giantslayer scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Giantslayer punching from mount but Pjetlic doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Pjetlic avoids a series of strikes thrown by Giantslayer.
Giantslayer lands a big shot there that rocks Pjetlic but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Giantslayer looking to finish Pjetlic with some ground and pound. This is bad for Pjetlic!
Giantslayer 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.
Giantslayer controlling his opponent.
Pjetlic tries to hold on but Giantslayer pushes him away.
Giantslayer postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Pjetlic looks a forlorn figure.
Giantslayer punching from mount but Pjetlic doing a good job of avoiding damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Maro Pjetlic will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Dwalin Giantslayer's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Giantslayer tries to bum rush Pjetlic with a series of wild strikes but Pjetlic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Pjetlic connects with a jab.
Pjetlic has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Giantslayer is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Giantslayer shoots and misses
and Pjetlic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pjetlic lands the left hand.
Giantslayer slips under a jab.
Giantslayer feinted with a counter takedown.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Giantslayer.
Pjetlic feints a jab promting Giantslayer to slip. Pjetlic then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Giantslayer slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Giantslayer misses with a double jab
and Pjetlic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pjetlic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic works Giantslayer's body with a nice hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Giantslayer doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Giantslayer was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Dwalin Giantslayer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Giantslayer throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Giantslayer moves out of range of the strikes.
Pjetlic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Giantslayer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Giantslayer there as he acknowledges the shot.#CUT2#Jeez, Dwalin Giantslayer's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.#T1#
Pjetlic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Oh Giantslayer is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pjetlic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Giantslayer seems to have got his legs back now.
Pjetlic is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Giantslayer slips a straight right by Pjetlic.
Giantslayer rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pjetlic moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic loads up on a big right hand but Giantslayer slips the punch.
Giantslayer takes one on the chin but keeps coming.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Maro Pjetlic!
A relieved looking Maro Pjetlic 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: Highland 185
Date: Aug 19, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Veainu.
Veainu ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
A looping hook to the body misses from Veainu. Pjetlic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Veainu misses with a straight right.
A jab from Veainu misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pjetlic! But no joy.
Pjetlic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Veainu.
Veainu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pjetlic throws an off balance right hand
and Veainu counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Sonatane Veainu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Veainu's jab looks to have found its range, popping Pjetlic under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Veainu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Veainu slips a jab from Pjetlic.
Veainu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Veainu looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Veainu misses with an uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Veainu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
A cross from Veainu lands.#KD#
Veainu feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Pjetlic sprawling to the canvas! Pjetlic rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Veainu finish him?! #CUT#It looks like Maro Pjetlic has been cut.
Veainu cracks Pjetlic with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Pjetlic moves away and avoids it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pjetlic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Veainu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Veainu with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Veainu loads up on a big right hand but Pjetlic slips the punch.
Pjetlic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Veainu.
Pjetlic is looking for the big counter here.
Veainu throws an off balance right hand
and Pjetlic counters with a nice uppercut.
Pjetlic swings for the body but Veainu moves out of range. #T2#
Veainu ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Veainu.
Pjetlic looks to land a right hand but Veainu moved out of range.
Veainu shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Veainu waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws out a counter right but Veainu avoids it with no problem.
Veainu throws a hook to the side of Pjetlic's head but Pjetlic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Veainu throws a sloppy body shot
and Pjetlic counters with a nice uppercut.
Veainu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pjetlic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Veainu with a body shot.
Pjetlic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Veainu missing with a left hand there. Pjetlic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T3#
A jab from Veainu finds it's way through Pjetlic's defenses.
Pjetlic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A left lands for Veainu.
Good exchange - Veainu coming out on top.
Veainu throws the left hand but Pjetlic avoids the punch easily.
Pjetlic lands a nice hook to Veainu's body. Veainu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Veainu changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pjetlic on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Veainu lands a jab to Pjetlic's midsection.
Veainu looks to score with a jab to the body but Pjetlic is just out of range.
Veainu avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pjetlic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Veainu on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Veainu connects with a nice looking jab.
Veainu throws a body shot but no joy.
Veainu throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pjetlic throws a counter combo.
Veainu misses with a double jab
and Pjetlic counters with a nice uppercut.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Veainu blocks it.
Veainu connects with a jab.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Veainu cracks Pjetlic with a right hand to the side of the head.
A big left from Veainu misses.
Veainu ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sonatane Veainu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Maro Pjetlic'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#
Veainu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pjetlic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Veainu slips a jab from Pjetlic.
Nice cross by Veainu.
Veainu throws a looping overhand right but Pjetlic ducks down to avoid it.
Pjetlic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Veainu throws a poor cross that misses
and Pjetlic counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Veainu takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Veainu throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pjetlic connects with a body shot.
Veainu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Veainu misses with a lunging right hand
and Pjetlic counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Veainu throws a jab but it's blocked by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#T1#
Veainu displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pjetlic throws out the jab.
Pjetlic uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Veainu.
Veainu lands with a good body shot.
Veainu staying out of range there.
Veainu throws a shot from downtown. Pjetlic moves away and avoids it.
Veainu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Veainu gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Pjetlic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Veainu.
Veainu lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Veainu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pjetlic can do to turn this around?
Pjetlic avoids the body shot from Veainu.
Veainu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Nice defenses there by Veainu.
A quick step to the side and Veainu tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.#T2#
Pjetlic moves out of range of the strikes.
Veainu misses the shot to the body.
Pjetlic looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Veainu avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Veainu throws a lazy right hand but Pjetlic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pjetlic walks into a stiff left hand from Veainu.
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!
Veainu throws an overhand right that lands on Pjetlic's shoulder, as Pjetlic tries to avoid the shot.
Veainu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pjetlic manages to avoid it.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Veainu misses with a lunging right hand
and Pjetlic counters with a right hand to the body.
Veainu connects with the punch.
Veainu tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pjetlic was well out of range. Poor timing from Veainu.
Pjetlic throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Veainu takes a swing at Pjetlic's ribcage but misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Veainu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Pjetlic counter with a right hand.
Veainu keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Pjetlic lands a nice looking body shot. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Pjetlic has knocked Veainu down with a huge combo! Pjetlic steps away and waves a wobbly Veainu back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT2#It looks like Sonatane Veainu has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Veainu scores with a jab to the body.
Veainu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pjetlic counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Veainu throws a series of punches but Pjetlic avoids them all with ease.
Veainu thows a left - swing and a miss! #T4#
Veainu listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Veainu misses with an uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Veainu throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Pjetlic to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#Veainu is rocked!
Pjetlic slips under a jab from Veainu.
Oh Veainu is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pjetlic scores with a body shot.
Veainu seems to have got his legs back now.
Veainu misses with a straight left.
Veainu misses with an uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Veainu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pjetlic manages to avoid it.
Veainu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pjetlic sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pjetlic walks into a straight right hand from Veainu.
Veainu throws a sloppy body shot
and Pjetlic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Veainu thinking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Veainu lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Pjetlic backs up against the cage.
Pjetlic scores with the left hand. Veainu knows he should have avoided that one.
Veainu just misses with a punch to the body.
Veainu misses with a looping left.
Veainu misses with a left hand
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pjetlic cracks Veainu on the jaw with a powerful right hand and Veainu falls backwards against the cage. Pjetlic follows up with more strikes that drop Veainu to his knees. Pjetlic keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save Veainu! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
A victorious Maro Pjetlic thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Highland 179
Date: Jul 29, 2022

#R1#
Honkanen closes the distance and clinches up with Pjetlic, looking for a takedown. Honkanen pushes Pjetlic against the cage but Pjetlic circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Honkanen shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Honkanen misses with a hook
and Honkanen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Jani Honkanen has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Honkanen does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pjetlic misses with an uppercut. Honkanen saw that one coming.
Pjetlic takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Honkanen is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A jab from Pjetlic misses.
Honkanen has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Honkanen there as he acknowledges the shot.
Honkanen avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic loads up on a big right hand but Honkanen slips the punch.
Honkanen scores with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Honkanen shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Pjetlic sprawls well. Pjetlic wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Honkanen gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Pjetlic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jani Honkanen. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
A jab from Pjetlic finds it's way through Honkanen's defenses.
Honkanen takes one on the button.
Pjetlic sizes up Honkanen with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Honkanen gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Pjetlic gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Honkanen is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
An out of breath Maro Pjetlic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Highland 175
Date: Jul 15, 2022

#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Trollslayer steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Trollslayer seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Pjetlic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trollslayer half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Trollslayer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trollslayer changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Pjetlic takes a swing at Trollslayer's ribcage but misses.
Trollslayer drops down looking for a counter takedown but Pjetlic sprawls and moves away.
Trollslayer looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pjetlic throws a lazy uppercut #TD#
and Trollslayer decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Pjetlic's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trollslayer is looking to work some ground and pound but Pjetlic has wrist control.
Pjetlic preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Trollslayer with a flurry of punches that miss.
Trollslayer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T1#
Trollslayer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Trollslayer working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Trollslayer throws a big elbow that misses.
Trollslayer is in close to Pjetlic's body, working some short punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Trollslayer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Trollslayer might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Trollslayer chips away with some ground and pound.
Trollslayer throws a big elbow that misses.
Pjetlic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Trollslayer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pjetlic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Trollslayer passes into half guard.
Trollslayer looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pjetlic with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Trollslayer thows a huge punch but Pjetlic dodges it nicely.
Pjetlic on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Trollslayer looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pjetlic with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T2#
Trollslayer thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Trollslayer missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Pjetlic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Trollslayer connects with a nice short shot to Pjetlic's temple.
Trollslayer not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Trollslayer throwing shots but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Trollslayer not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Pjetlic really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Trollslayer. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Trollslayer looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Pjetlic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Ground and pound from Trollslayer.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Pjetlic can do anything to dispel that myth.
Trollslayer slips a nice elbow through Pjetlic's hands, connecting with Pjetlic's forehead.
Trollslayer lands a massive shot from half guard that has rocked Pjetlic! More strikes land and this one is all over! Trollslayer jumps to his feet and is applauded loudly by the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balin Trollslayer!

Event: Highland 165
Date: Jun 03, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pjetlic connects with a single shot there.#CUT#It looks like Frank Blank has been cut.
Pjetlic swings for the body but Blank moves out of range.
Pjetlic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Blank looks to land a combination but Pjetlic avoids it well.
Pjetlic closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Blank will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
An attempted straight right counter from Pjetlic misses the target.
Pjetlic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Blank on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT#That has opened up Frank Blank's cut even more.
Pjetlic tries to clinch up.
Pjetlic tries to clinch but Blank is having none of it.
It seemed like Blank was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
BOOM! Pjetlic lands a beautiful left hook that drops Blank. Blank tries to recover but Pjetlic is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Blank lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
A very excited looking Maro Pjetlic 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: Highland 156
Date: Apr 24, 2022

#R1#
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with an uppercut #TD2#
and Dawkins counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Dawkins is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Pjetlic is not content to let Dawkins control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dawkins missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Dawkins is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Dawkins looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dawkins throwing shots but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dawkins is nestled in close to Pjetlic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Pjetlic is trying to maintain the position but Dawkins is very close to passing his half guard.
Dawkins working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T1#
Dawkins drops an elbow to the side of Pjetlic's head.
Pjetlic trying to control here.
Dawkins throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dawkins is nestled in close to Pjetlic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dawkins thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Dawkins lands strikes from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Dawkins 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.
Dawkins throwing shots but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Dawkins perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pjetlic wants to control but Dawkins is keeping busy.
Dawkins throwing shots but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Dawkins throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Dawkins sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Pjetlic defending well though.
Pjetlic on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Dawkins controlling the action here.
Pjetlic is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Dawkins looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dawkins seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Dawkins drops an elbow to the side of Pjetlic's head.
Pjetlic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Dawkins throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Dawkins is nestled in close to Pjetlic, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Pjetlic has hold of Dawkins's hands but Dawkins slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Dawkins looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Dawkins moves nicely into side control.
Dawkins lands some shots froms side control.
Dawkins is putting a hurting on Pjetlic here, landing some big shots from side control.
Dawkins is chipping away with strikes.
Dawkins lands a nice forearm strike.
Pjetlic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Dawkins on the ground.
Dawkins misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
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.
Let's hope that Dawkins has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Pjetlic avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Dawkins. #T4#
Sloppy strikes there by Dawkins.
Dawkins wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pjetlic keeps working.
Dawkins scores with a couple of short elbows.
Pjetlic is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Sloppy strikes there by Dawkins.
Dawkins fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Pjetlic takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dawkins is working Pjetlic over with some ground and pound from side control.
Dawkins is working Pjetlic over with some ground and pound from side control. #ROC2#Pjetlic is rocked!
Dawkins cracks Pjetlic with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Dawkins immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Pjetlic is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Dawkins!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). DeeJay Dawkins!
DeeJay Dawkins took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Island Xtreme Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Highland 150
Date: Apr 03, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic drops his hands momentarily and Vieira takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A punch combination from Vieira misses.
Vieira connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Pjetlic's hands.
Pjetlic swings widly with a right hand
and Vieira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Vieira takes one to the side of the head.
Pjetlic lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Pjetlic with a nice cross.
We've been told by Vieira's head coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vieira was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.#CL#
Vieira instigates a clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pjetlic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T1#
Vieira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vieira works on Pjetlic's body with a couple of short punches.
Vieira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Vieira misses with a punch on the inside.
Pjetlic avoids a wild elbow strike from Vieira.
Vieira lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Maro Pjetlic has been cut.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Vieira has him pressed against the cage.
Pjetlic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pjetlic working hard to break the clinch.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Vieira misses with the head strike.
Vieira keeps control of Pjetlic as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pjetlic blocking some punches.
Pjetlic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Vieira has him pressed against the cage.
Pjetlic is trying to force a seperation but Vieira has the dominant position.
Vieira just leaning against Pjetlic, taking a breather. #T2#
Vieira will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Pjetlic up against the cage.
Vieira seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Good body shot from Vieira.
Pjetlic is looking to break free of the clinch but Vieira has double underhooks.
Pjetlic has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Vieira seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Pjetlic can turn it around.
Pjetlic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Pjetlic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pjetlic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Pjetlic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Vieira swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Pjetlic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vieira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pjetlic is looking to break free of the clinch but Vieira has double underhooks.
Vieira is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Pjetlic blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T3#
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vieira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vieira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Pjetlic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vieira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Pjetlic tries to break the clinch but Vieira is controlling the position.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Vieira has control.
Vieira has Pjetlic pressed against the cage.
Vieira working aggressively here.
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Vieira has him pinned against the cage.
Pjetlic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Vieira has Pjetlic pressed against the cage, preventing Pjetlic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Vieira manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Pjetlic working hard to break the clinch.#T4#
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vieira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A frustrated look appears on Pjetlic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pjetlic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Pjetlic has a couple of punches blocked by Vieira.
Pjetlic can't break the clinch.
Pjetlic blocks an uppercut.
Vieira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Vieira.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vieira controlling the action here for a moment.
Vieira lands a nice uppercut.
Vieira tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jorlan Vieira dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Maro Pjetlic'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#
Vieira throws a good cross that connects.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body.
Vieira lands a body shot.
Pjetlic jabs Vieira right on the nose. Vieira blinks but takes it well.
Vieira throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pjetlic misses with a body punch
and Vieira counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Vieira keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab. #T1#
Pjetlic takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Pjetlic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vieira manages to avoid it.
Vieira wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Vieira takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Vieira avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Pjetlic scores with a one two! Vieira had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
A punch combination from Pjetlic misses.
Vieira fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pjetlic throws out a counter right but Vieira avoids it with no problem.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
Pjetlic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Vieira doesn't seem bothered though.
Vieira throws a series of punches but Pjetlic avoids them all with ease.
Vieira is looking to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Vieira has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pjetlic scores with a punch to the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Pjetlic misses the target.
Pjetlic cracks Vieira with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Vieira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pjetlic can do to turn this around?
Pjetlic gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T3#
Vieira is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Vieira lands with a cross.
Vieira tries to clinch but Pjetlic moves away
and Pjetlic counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Vieira thinking.
Pjetlic bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body.
Vieira is looking to counter the offense by Pjetlic and move into the clinch.
Vieira is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
The fighters circling - Pjetlic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Vieira scores with a jab. Pjetlic acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Vieira tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pjetlic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Pjetlic is looking for the big counter here.#T4#
Pjetlic throws out a loose jab but Vieira uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pjetlic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Vieira to score with a decent uppercut.
Pjetlic catches Vieira with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Pjetlic keeps the fight on the outside.
Pjetlic throws out a counter right but Vieira avoids it with no problem.
Vieira misses the jab.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Vieira wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Vieira takes a shot to the body in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Maro Pjetlic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Maro Pjetlic's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Vieira is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Vieira seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Vieira takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Pjetlic throws a jab but it's blocked by Vieira.
A quick step to the side and Vieira tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Vieira showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Pjetlic.
A counter left hand to the body from Vieira misses its target.#T1#
Pjetlic throws a predictable looking body shot #CL#
and Vieira counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Vieira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pjetlic or not.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Pjetlic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vieira lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Vieira keeps him there for the moment.
Pjetlic working hard to break the clinch.
A short left from Vieira.
Vieira stalling against the cage.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Pjetlic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2#
Pjetlic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vieira was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Vieira is looking for a counter combo.
Pjetlic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vieira.
Vieira throws a jab when Pjetlic was well out of range.
Vieira scores with a jab to the body.
Pjetlic takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Pjetlic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pjetlic misses with a body shot
and Vieira counters with a one-two to the body. #T3#
Pjetlic takes one to the side of the head.
Pjetlic loads up on a big right hand but Vieira slips the punch.
As Pjetlic looks to move away, Vieira throws a big counter combo but Pjetlic just gets out of the way.
Pjetlic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Vieira scores with a crisp jab that stopped Pjetlic in his tracks.
Pjetlic moves away from the strike by Vieira.
Pjetlic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vieira misses with a double jab
and Pjetlic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4#
Nice shot by Vieira.
Vieira wants to clinch up but Pjetlic keeps it at a distance.
Pjetlic throws an overhand right that lands on Vieira's shoulder, as Vieira tries to avoid the shot.
Vieira tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Pjetlic manages to circle out of the way.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vieira was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
A counter left hand to the body from Vieira misses its target.
Vieira steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vieira is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pjetlic.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pjetlic throws the left hand but Vieira avoids the punch 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 Jorlan Vieira.
I think Vieira 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 Ren Mimura scores the fight 29:28
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 29:28
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jorlan Vieira!
Jorlan Vieira tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.

Event: Highland 143
Date: Mar 12, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic looks to throw the jab but Tassen is out of range.
Tassen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pjetlic fails to land with a series of punches.
Pjetlic misses the jab.
Tassen takes a swing at Pjetlic's ribcage but misses.
Tassen jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
Pjetlic closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Pjetlic swings wildly with an uppercut but Tassen uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pjetlic tries to throw a body punch but Tassen avoids it by throwing Pjetlic back against the cage.
Pjetlic working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tassen.
A left hand lands to the body for Pjetlic.
A right hand to the body from Pjetlic.
Tassen takes a shot to the head.
Pjetlic misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Tassen is trying to force a seperation but Pjetlic has the dominant position.
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, Pjetlic scores with a nice short uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pjetlic.
We've been hearing reports that Tassen has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Pjetlic cracks Tassen with a nice body shot.
Tassen is trying to break the clinch but Pjetlic is controlling him.
Still in the clinch, Pjetlic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tassen blocking some punches.
Pjetlic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tassen.
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike.
Pjetlic lands a body punch.
Tassen is breathing heavily.
Pjetlic struggles to land a body shot inside as Tassen controls his hands. #T2#
Pjetlic tries to throw a body punch but Tassen avoids it by throwing Pjetlic back against the cage.
Pjetlic works on Tassen's body with a couple of short punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pjetlic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Pjetlic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tassens head.
Pjetlic lands with a light punch inside.
Pjetlic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pjetlic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands an uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tassen.
Tassen prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
Pjetlic lands a right hand. #BC2#
Pjetlic manages to break the clinch. #T3#
Pjetlic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pjetlic defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tassen.
Pjetlic has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tassen is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Tassen avoids it easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Tassen misses the target.
Pjetlic now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Pjetlic getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Pjetlic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tassen misses with a jab to the body
and Pjetlic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tassen misses with an uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Lee Tassen has been cut.
Pjetlic throws the left hand but Tassen avoids the punch easily.
Pjetlic slips under a jab.
Tassen takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic swings for the body but Tassen moves out of range.
A quick step to the side and Tassen tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tassen at a distance.
Tassen avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
Tassen was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pjetlic avoids the body shot from Tassen.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jab, jab by Pjetlic - just one landing. #T4#
Tassen with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Pjetlic to score with a decent uppercut.
Pjetlic misses with a straight right.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Pjetlic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tassen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pjetlic with a jab.
Pjetlic misses with an uppercut. Tassen saw that one coming.
Tassen tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pjetlic was well out of range. Poor timing from Tassen.
Tassen digs a good body shot into Pjetlic's ribs.
Tassen throws a body punch but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Tassen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pjetlic! But no joy.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
Tassen is looking to counter punch.
Nice body punch from Tassen.
Tassen throws a looping overhand right but Pjetlic ducks down to avoid it.
Tassen throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic connects with a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lee Tassen's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tassen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic slips a jab and a cross from Tassen.
Tassen loads up on a big right hand but Pjetlic slips the punch.
Pjetlic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tassen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tassen takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Tassen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tassen moves away from the strike by Pjetlic.
Tassen is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Tassen lands a jab to the head.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tassen misses the shot to the body.
Pjetlic lands a nice looking body shot.
Pjetlic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tassens jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pjetlic scores with a body shot.
Pjetlic scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tassen looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Tassen pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #KD2#
Oooooh!!! Pjetlic has knocked Tassen down with a huge combo! Pjetlic steps away and waves a wobbly Tassen back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Tassen is rocked!
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Pjetlic connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Tassen covering up! Pjetlic comes in with a big uppercut and Tassen goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
During a confident post fight interview, Maro Pjetlic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Highland 130
Date: Jan 23, 2022

#R1#
Pjetlic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dominator 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.
Dominator lands a lovely overhand right.
Pjetlic scores with a jab. Dominator acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Pjetlic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Pjetlic takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Dominator jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Pjetlic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dominator sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dominator throws a looping overhand right but Pjetlic ducks down to avoid it.
Dominator throws a series of punches but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body.
Pjetlic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Dominator takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Dominator really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Pjetlic throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dominator counters with a nice low kick that buckles Pjetlic's knee momentarily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dominator throws a looping overhand right but Pjetlic ducks down to avoid it.
Pjetlic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dominator's head.
Some wild striking there from Dominator.
A little jabbing left from Pjetlic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Dominator connects with a good right hand that stumbles Pjetlic. Pjetlic circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Pjetlic scores with a jab to the head.
Pjetlic loads up on a big right hand but Dominator slips the punch.
Pjetlic staying out of range there.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Dominator misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pjetlic misses with a double jab
and Dominator counters with a stiff right hand.
Pjetlic misses with an uppercut. Dominator saw that one coming.
Good standup being displayed there by Dominator as he connects with a hook.
Dominator just misses with a punch to the body.
Pjetlic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Dominator tries to score with a low kick but Pjetlic moves his leg out of the way.
Dominator avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dominator was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dominator misses the jab.#T2#
Pjetlic works Dominator's body with a nice hook.
Dominator throws a head kick that Pjetlic semi-blocks.
Pjetlic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dominator stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A shot to the liver by Pjetlic. Beautiful body shot.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dominator was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Dominator throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Pjetlic counter with a right hand.
Dominator takes one to the chin there.
Pjetlic misses with a looping left.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dominator misses with a hook
and Pjetlic counters with a stiff right hand.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dominator misses with a left hand
and Pjetlic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC2#Dominator is rocked!#CL2#
Pjetlic fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Dominator, pushing him back against the cage.
Pjetlic lands a nice uppercut.
Oh Dominator is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pjetlic lands a hook that snaps the head of Dominator backwards. #BC#
Dominator breaks the clinch. #T3#
Dominator looks to land a right hand but Pjetlic moved out of range.
Dominator seems to have got his legs back now.
A head kick misses from Dominator.
Pjetlic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A punch combination from Dominator misses.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pjetlic ducks under a wild hook from Dominator.
A telegraphed right hand from Pjetlic misses the target.
Pjetlic steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Dominator.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dominator, as that shot connected.
Pjetlic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pjetlic waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dominator.
An attempted straight right counter from Dominator misses the target.
Pjetlic throws a shot from downtown. Dominator moves away and avoids it.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Dominator uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
A left lands for Dominator.
Dominator slips under a jab.#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Pjetlic darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pjetlic misses with a hook. Dominator ducked under it nicely.
Pjetlic ducks under a wild hook from Dominator.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed right hand from Pjetlic misses the target.
Dominator misses with a body punch
and Pjetlic counters with a stiff right hand.
The fighters circling - Dominator throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pjetlic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dominator looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pjetlic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pjetlic throws a lazy right hand but Dominator sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dominator misses with a lunging right hand
and Pjetlic counters with a nice uppercut.
Pjetlic connects with a right hand. Dominator shakes it off.
Pjetlic lands an uppercut, right on the button! Dominator tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maro Pjetlic!
An out of breath Maro Pjetlic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Highland 123
Date: Dec 26, 2021

#R1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Paschal does a little dance to reset his feet.
Paschal looks to score with a jab to the body but Pjetlic is just out of range.
Paschal misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Paschal takes one to the chin there.
Pjetlic misses with an uppercut.
Paschal scores with a push kick.
Jab by Pjetlic.#KD2#
Paschal lands a left and a right that send Pjetlic crashing to the mat, dazed. Paschal thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#CUT2#It looks like Maro Pjetlic has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
No joy there for Paschal, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Pjetlic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
We've been informed that Paschal 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.
Paschal throws a sloppy head kick and Pjetlic moves out of range easily.
Pjetlic with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Paschal to score with a decent uppercut.
Paschal throws a body kick that misses
and Pjetlic counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Pjetlic doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Paschal looks to land a combination but Pjetlic avoids it well.
Marlin Paschal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Paschal uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left. #T1#
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic moves out of range of the body kick.
Paschal thows a left - swing and a miss!
Paschal blocks a jab.
Despite the aggression on Paschal's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#KD2#
Paschal drops Pjetlic with a beautiful combination! Pjetlic stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Paschal is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Pjetlic is rocked!
A jab from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Paschal takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Pjetlic misses with a hook. Paschal ducked under it nicely.
Pjetlic sets himself, and Paschal steps forward looking for the clinch! Pjetlic avoids it this time.
Paschal throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Paschal throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Paschal ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Paschal throws a counter combo.
Paschal connects with a good straight punch right through the guard and follows up with a right hook and a left hook! That last one sent Pjetlic tumbling to the canvas! Paschal pours on the pressure with more strikes and the referee has no hesitation diving in to stop the fight! Pjetlic was done - good stoppage!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Marlin Paschal!
After the fight, Marlin Paschal was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Highland 117
Date: Dec 10, 2021

#R1#
Trollslayer uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Trollslayer changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Pjetlic scores with the left hand. Trollslayer knows he should have avoided that one.
Pjetlic throws a poor cross that misses #TD2#
and Trollslayer counters with a shoot takedown. Pjetlic fights it but they end up in guard.
Trollslayer postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Trollslayer with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Trollslayer lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Trollslayer is looking to work some ground and pound but Pjetlic has wrist control.
Trollslayer loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Trollslayer lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Trollslayer throwing strikes but missing.
Trollslayer lands a couple of digs.
Trollslayer lands a couple of digs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pjetlic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Pjetlic will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Trollslayer is working Pjetlic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Trollslayer landing some decent shots from guard.
Trollslayer throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Pjetlic works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Pjetlic on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Pjetlic tries to get out of the position.
Trollslayer postures up in Pjetlic's guard and throws a big left but Pjetlic blocks it.
Trollslayer is looking to work some ground and pound but Pjetlic has wrist control.
Trollslayer stands up over Pjetlic, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Trollslayer is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Trollslayer scoring with some ground and pound.
Trollslayer is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Trollslayer stands up over Pjetlic, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #ROC2#Pjetlic is rocked!
Trollslayer loads up on a big left hand. Pjetlic felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Trollslayer looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Pjetlic can't hide his disappointment, as Trollslayer celebrates the victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Balin Trollslayer!

Event: Highland 112
Date: Nov 26, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic throws a shot from downtown. Lesnar moves away and avoids it.
Pjetlic throws a good cross that connects. #CUT#It looks like Titus Lesnar has been cut.
Pjetlic connects with a single shot there.
Lesnar fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've been told by Pjetlic's head coaches at DC Dragon Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lesnar throws a hook to the side of Pjetlic's head but Pjetlic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pjetlic connects with a body shot that sends Lesnar's belly button to the back.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pjetlic, as that shot connected.
Lesnar slips a jab and a cross from Pjetlic.
Lesnar uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic connects with a body shot.
Lesnar throws a big shot that misses.
A quick step to the side and Pjetlic tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lesnar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pjetlic misses with a hook.
Lesnar scores with a hook to the body. Pjetlic takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lesnar looks to land a right hand but Pjetlic moved out of range.
Pjetlic dodges the punch combination from Lesnar.
Pjetlic appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1#
Lesnar ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pjetlic moves away.
Pjetlic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pjetlic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Pjetlic throws a looping overhand right but Lesnar ducks down to avoid it.
Lesnar gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Lesnar uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pjetlic.
Lesnar just misses with a punch to the body.
Pjetlic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pjetlic misses with a looping left.
Lesnar shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lesnar misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a looping overhand right but Lesnar ducks down to avoid it.
Lesnar throws a low kick but it's checked well by Pjetlic.
A big left from Pjetlic misses.
Lesnar lands with a nice combination. Pjetlic backs away looking to recover.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Wow, both these guys are really going for 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!
Lesnar scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Pjetlic blocks the body kick. #T2#
Lesnar takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Pjetlic throws a shot from downtown. Lesnar moves away and avoids it.
Pjetlic looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A jab from Pjetlic finds it's way through Lesnar's defenses.
Pjetlic lands a really nice looking cross but Lesnar seems unphased.
Pjetlic ducks under a wild hook from Lesnar.
Lesnar thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pjetlic swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Pjetlic moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Pjetlic is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Lesnar lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Lesnar tries a low kick but Pjetlic avoids it.
Pjetlic moves into range and connects with a jab.
Pjetlic cracks a nice hook into Lesnar's ribs.
Maro Pjetlic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pjetlic throws a shot from downtown. Lesnar moves away and avoids it.
Pjetlic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pjetlic catches Lesnar with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CUT#That has opened up Titus Lesnar's cut even more.
Pjetlic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Pjetlic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#T3#
Pjetlic jabs Lesnar right on the nose. Lesnar blinks but takes it well.
Pjetlic lands with a straight right. Lesnar didn't see that one coming.
Pjetlic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Titus Lesnar seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fighters circle momentarily. Lesnar darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lesnar was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic scores with a body shot.
Lesnar clobbers Pjetlic with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Pjetlic scores with a nice strike.#CUT#The cut above Titus Lesnar's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Pjetlic lands a glancing blow to the side of Lesnar's head.
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Lesnar lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lesnar moves forwards but Pjetlic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body.
Lesnar scores with a nice strike.
Lesnar looks to land a left hand but Pjetlic moved out of range nicely.
Pjetlic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lesnar looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T4#
Sloppy strikes from Lesnar. Those never looked like landing.
Lesnar takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Lesnar looks winded!
Pjetlic with a jab.
Lesnar on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CUT#Titus Lesnar's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lesnar moves away.
Lesnar takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Pjetlic lands the left hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Maro Pjetlic!
A relieved looking Maro Pjetlic 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: Highland 107
Date: Nov 12, 2021

#R1#
Fitzgerald moves out of range as Pjetlic strikes.
Fitzgerald is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Pjetlic with a body shot.
Nice shot by Pjetlic.
Fitzgerald gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fitzgerald keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Fitzgerald bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pjetlic jabs Fitzgerald to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Pjetlic misses with a hook. Fitzgerald ducked under it nicely.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fitzgerald staying out of range there.
Fitzgerald fakes the leg kick and cracks Pjetlic in the body.
Pjetlic lands a jab to Fitzgerald's midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fitzgerald motions for Pjetlic to come forward. Fitzgerald throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Pjetlic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body. #T1#
Fitzgerald keeps the fight on the outside.
Fitzgerald is looking to slow Pjetlic down with leg kicks.
Fitzgerald avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Fitzgerald scoring well with a low kick there.
Pjetlic throws a body shot but no joy.
Fitzgerald takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A combination from Pjetlic does no damage.
Fitzgerald turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Fitzgerald tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pjetlic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Fitzgerald takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Fitzgerald moves forwards but Pjetlic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Fitzgerald fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Pjetlic lands with a straight right. Fitzgerald didn't see that one coming.
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!#KD#
Pjetlic lands a big uppercut and Fitzgerald crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Fitzgerald looks OK. Pjetlic waves Fitzgerald back to his feet!#ROC#Fitzgerald is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Boyd Fitzgerald has been cut.
Fitzgerald staying out of range there.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Pjetlic engages and cracks Fitzgerald with a massive lead left hook - Fitzgerald tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Pjetlic is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maro Pjetlic!
After winning the bout, Maro Pjetlic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Highland 101
Date: Oct 24, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Vieira manages to avoid it.
As Pjetlic looks to move away, Vieira throws a big counter combo but Pjetlic just gets out of the way.
Vieira uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
Vieira slips a jab from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic ducks under a wild hook from Vieira.
Pjetlic is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Vieira with a body shot.
Vieira misses with a hook.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pjetlic! But no joy.
Pjetlic throws a shot to the body.
Vieira throws a nice looking combination but Pjetlic bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Vieira.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira tries to clinch up.
Pjetlic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Vieira slips a straight right by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T1#
Pjetlic stuns Vieira with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
A big right from Pjetlic misses.
Vieira swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vieira misses with a looping right.
Pjetlic has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Pjetlic lands with a right hand.
Vieira misses with a wild combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pjetlic! But no joy.
Pjetlic scores with a nice strike.#CUT2#It looks like Jorlan Vieira has been cut.
Vieira has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Soul Supremacy Rio in the buildup to the fight.
Vieira throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Pjetlic on the side of the head.
Vieira misses with a body shot.
Vieira looks to land a left hand but Pjetlic moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Vieira takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Pjetlic ducks under a wild hook from Vieira.
Vieira is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Pjetlic's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Vieira falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Pjetlic counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pjetlic slips a straight right by Vieira.
Pjetlic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Pjetlic sizes up Vieira with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Vieira misses with a hook to the body
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Vieira misses with an uppercut.
Pjetlic throws a counter combo.
Vieira throws a poor cross that misses
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pjetlic throws a hook but Vieira blocks it.
Vieira seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Pjetlic misses with the combination.
Nice body punch from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL#
Vieira fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pjetlic, pushing him back against the cage.
Pjetlic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pjetlic tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A hook to the body from Vieira.
Pjetlic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A body shot lands from Vieira.
Vieira lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Pjetlic blocks a body shot from Vieira. #T4#
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira.
Vieira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Pjetlic blocks an elbow strike from Vieira.
Vieira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
Pjetlic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Vieira has him pressed against the cage.
Vieira prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic scores with a shot to the side of Vieira's head.
Vieira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pjetlic lands a body shot.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira.
Vieira blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vieira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vieira tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it.
Vieira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Pjetlic or not.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jorlan Vieira's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Pjetlic throws out a powerful jab.
Pjetlic swats away the attempt to clinch by Vieira.
Pjetlic misses with a telegraphed body shot #CL#
and Vieira counters by clinching up.
Vieira takes a shot to the head.
Vieira misses with an elbow over the top.
The referee calls for Vieira to work.
Vieira is stalling here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from Pjetlic.
Vieira lands an elbow inside.
Pjetlic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira. #T1#
Vieira gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Maro Pjetlic has been cut.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vieira.
Pjetlic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pjetlic blocking some punches.
Pjetlic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A short uppercut from Vieira.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pjetlic.
Vieira lands with a short shot to the head.
Vieira has Pjetlic pushed against the cage.
Pjetlic lands with a light punch inside.
Pjetlic tries to throw a body punch but Vieira avoids it by throwing Pjetlic back against the cage.
Pjetlic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vieira misses with a body punch.
Pjetlic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vieira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vieira throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira.
Pjetlic throws a head punch that misses.
Jorlan Vieira has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vieira digs a right hand into Pjetlic's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pjetlic's gas tank.
Vieira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vieira scores with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic is trying to push Vieira away but Vieira has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Good body shot from Vieira.
Pjetlic is breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A quick uppercut on the inside from Vieira.
Vieira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vieira.
Vieira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pjetlic's elbow.
Pjetlic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vieira misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3#
Vieira digs a right hand into Pjetlic's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pjetlic's gas tank.
Vieira manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Vieira looks to throw an elbow but misses.
A short right from Vieira on the inside.
Vieira scores with a shoulder strike.
Vieira working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vieira controlling the action here for a moment.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Vieira keeps him there for the moment.
Vieira lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vieira.
Vieira lands a shot to the body.
Vieira has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Pjetlic swings wildly with an uppercut but Vieira uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Vieira lands with a light punch inside.
Pjetlic blocking some punches.
Vieira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vieira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Vieira comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vieira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pjetlic's elbow.
Vieira will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Pjetlic up against the cage.
Vieira works on Pjetlic's body with a couple of short punches.
Pjetlic blocks a body shot from Vieira.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pjetlic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Vieira working aggressively here.
Vieira lands a body punch in the clinch.
Pjetlic presses Vieira against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Pjetlic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jorlan Vieira 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.#R3#
Vieira throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pjetlic throws out a counter right but Vieira avoids it with no problem.
A cross from Pjetlic lands.
Pjetlic swings away with a body shot that misses
and Vieira counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vieira throws a body shot but no joy.
Pjetlic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL#
Vieira fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Pjetlic, pushing him back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vieira throws a head punch that misses.
Vieira stalls.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T1#
Vieira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vieira keeps control of Pjetlic as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pjetlic misses with a punch to the body.
Pjetlic tries to work over Vieira's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Nice body punch from Vieira - that landed with a thud.
Pjetlic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vieira is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Pjetlic misses with a punch on the inside.
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Vieira fails to land.
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira.
Vieira misses with an elbow strike.
Pjetlic is trying to break free.
Stalling in the clinch from Vieira.
Vieira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vieira lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
A hook to the body from Vieira.
Vieira displaying some good clinch control by pressing Pjetlic up against the cage.
Good body shot from Vieira.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Vieira.
Vieira is working Pjetlic over against the cage.
Vieira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Vieira has control.
Vieira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Vieira gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Pjetlic misses with a punch on the inside.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Vieira is controlling him.
Vieira prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
A hook to the body from Vieira. #T3#
Vieira can't find room to land a body shot as Pjetlic controls the action.
Vieira is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Pjetlic tries to work over Vieira's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pjetlic throws a head punch that misses.
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vieira presses Pjetlic against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Vieira misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Vieira keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pjetlic's efforts to push away.
Vieira is stalling here.
Pjetlic letting Vieira take a breather here.
Vieira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pjetlic can do to turn this around?
Vieira lands a nice elbow. #T4#
Vieira blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Pjetlic lands with a light punch inside.
Vieira blocking some punches.
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira.
Pjetlic blocks a body shot from Vieira.
Vieira stalling against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pjetlic.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Vieira.
Vieira misses with a punch to the body.
Vieira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Vieira avoiding damage.
Vieira lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vieira lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jorlan Vieira clearly takes that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R4#
Vieira moves out of range of the strikes.
Pjetlic lands with an overhand left.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
Vieira throws a big counter combination but Pjetlic scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Jorlan Vieira seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pjetlic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vieira.
Vieira lands with a nice combination. Pjetlic backs away looking to recover.
Pjetlic throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Vieira stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Vieira fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira throws a series of punches but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Pjetlic unleashes a big counter combination but Vieira bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Vieira throws an overhand right that lands on Pjetlic's shoulder, as Pjetlic tries to avoid the shot.
Pjetlic tests Vieira's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Pjetlic misses with a body shot.
Pjetlic throws a lazy uppercut
and Vieira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Vieira avoids it easily.
Vieira tries to counter by clinching up but Pjetlic breaks away and moves out of range.
Vieira has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Pjetlic finds it's way round the side to connect with Vieira's head.
Pjetlic misses with a hook. Vieira ducked under it nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Vieira on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Vieira avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
Vieira doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Vieira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pjetlic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Pjetlic looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Vieira pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pjetlic moves out of range as Vieira strikes.
Vieira waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Pjetlic.
Pjetlic looks to score with a jab to the body but Vieira is just out of range.
Vieira closes the distance looking to clinch
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Pjetlic scores with a jab to the body.
Pjetlic throws a predictable looking body shot
and Vieira cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Pjetlic misses with a looping right.
Vieira on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pjetlic cracks Vieira with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Vieira throws the left hand but Pjetlic avoids the punch easily.
Pjetlic throws out a counter right but Vieira avoids it with no problem.
Vieira bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vieira swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL#
Vieira closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Pjetlic throws a head punch that misses.
Vieira scores with a nice hook to the head.
Vieira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vieira misses with some punches. #T4#
Pjetlic working hard to break the clinch.
Vieira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Pjetlic is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vieira.
Vieira misses with a punch on the inside.
Pjetlic misses with a punch to the body.
Vieira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pjetlic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vieira tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vieira scores with a hook to the body.
Vieira is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Pjetlic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The referee is keeping an eye on Vieira - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Vieira stalling.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Vieira for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close fourth round but Maro Pjetlic will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5##CL#
Vieira instigates a clinch.
Vieira tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it.
Vieira tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A right hand to the body from Vieira.
Vieira prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
Vieira slowing the pace effectively.
Come on Vieira - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A shot in the inside from Pjetlic.
Vieira lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Vieira goes for a body shot but it's blocked. #BC2#
Pjetlic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Vieira throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Pjetlic throws a sloppy body shot
and Vieira counters with a series of strikes. Pjetlic will be more careful next time no doubt.
Vieira ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pjetlic is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Pjetlic takes one on the button.
Vieira dips to his left and cracks Pjetlic with an uppercut!
Vieira throws a jab when Pjetlic was well out of range.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vieira throws a jab when Pjetlic was well out of range.
Pjetlic takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Vieira throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Pjetlic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vieira uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pjetlic.#T2#
Vieira throws a body shot but no joy.
Pjetlic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vieira was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Vieira loads up on a big right hand but Pjetlic slips the punch.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Vieira throws a hook but Pjetlic avoids it easily.
Vieira fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pjetlic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Vieira tries to clinch there but Pjetlic circles away.
Pjetlic circles away from the clinch attempt
and Vieira takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
A jab from Vieira misses.
Pjetlic throws a lazy uppercut
and Vieira counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Vieira tries to clinch up.
Vieira moves out of range of the strikes.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Vieira was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Vieira ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a body punch but Vieira moves out of range.
Vieira keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pjetlic.#T4#
Vieira moves forwards but Pjetlic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Pjetlic lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CL#
Vieira has managed to clinch.
Pjetlic lands with a short shot to the head.
Vieira misses with a body punch.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Vieira is controlling him.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Pjetlic.
A hook to the body from Pjetlic.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pjetlic scores with a shot to the side of Vieira's head.
Pjetlic tries to work over Vieira's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Vieira has him pinned against the cage.
Vieira tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pjetlic throws a punch but it's blocked by Vieira.

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 Jorlan Vieira.
I think Vieira 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 48:47
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 49:47
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 48:47

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jorlan Vieira!
Jorlan Vieira is the new heavyweight champion!
In his post fight interview, Jorlan Vieira started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: Highland 96
Date: Oct 08, 2021

#R1#
Trollslayer is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight. #CL#
Trollslayer gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Trollslayer is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Pjetlic gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Trollslayer is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
I was talking to Trollslayer's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Trollslayer is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Balin Trollslayer. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Trollslayer has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Pjetlic avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC2#
Pjetlic's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pjetlic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pjetlic lands with a nice body punch.
Trollslayer on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Trollslayer is breathing heavily.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trollslayer was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Trollslayer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Trollslayer there as he acknowledges the shot.
Pjetlic sizes up Trollslayer with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Pjetlic is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pjetlic connects with a jab.
Nice cross by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Trollslayer throws out the jab.
A left lands for Pjetlic.#T1#
Pjetlic thuds his right hand into Trollslayer's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC2#Trollslayer is rocked!
Pjetlic lands a jab and follows it up with a massive straight that knocks Trollslayer out cold! Trollslayer is crumpled in the corner, his head only propped up by the cage! That's one for the organiziational promos right there! Wow, what a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Maro Pjetlic!
During a confident post fight interview, Maro Pjetlic thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Highland 91
Date: Sep 15, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Elkhan's head.
Pjetlic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Pjetlic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Elkhan manages to avoid it.
Elkhan misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Elkhan darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Elkhan was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
A looping hook to the body misses from Elkhan. Pjetlic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Elkhan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses its target.
Elkhan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Pjetlic on the side of the head.
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body. Elkhan takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Elkhan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with a looping right.
Pjetlic lands a body shot.
Pjetlic connects with a single shot there.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pjetlic throws a right hand that misses
and Elkhan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the side of Elkhan's head but Elkhan sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pjetlic lands a nice hook to Elkhan's body. Elkhan takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Pjetlic throws a shot from downtown. Elkhan moves away and avoids it.
Pjetlic takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
A jab from Pjetlic misses.
Elkhan ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pjetlic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pjetlic swings for the body but Elkhan moves out of range.
Elkhan swings for the body but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Pjetlic clobbers Elkhan with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Pjetlic misses with a wild body shot.
Pjetlic throws a poor cross that misses
letting Elkhan counter with a right hand.
Pjetlic goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Pjetlic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
It seemed like Elkhan was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pjetlic lands with an overhand left.#T2#
Elkhan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Elkhan misses with a hook.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
A decent looking cross lands there for Pjetlic.
Elkhan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pjetlic manages to avoid it.
Pjetlic was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Elkhan misses with a hook. Pjetlic ducked under it nicely.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Elkhan moves away.
Elkhan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Elkhan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pjetlic manages to avoid it.
Elkhan takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Elkhan uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pjetlic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Elkhan's head.#T3#
Elkhan doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Elkhan missing with a left hand there. Pjetlic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Elkhan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Pjetlic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Elkhans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pjetlic is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Pjetlic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Elkhan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic throws a lazy right hand but Elkhan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Elkhan just misses with a punch to the body.
Elkhan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Elkhan moves away.
Elkhan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Elkhan has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Pjetlic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Elkhan lands a nice shot that snaps Pjetlic's head back. #T4#
Pjetlic darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Elkhan closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Pjetlic throws a lazy uppercut
and Elkhan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pjetlic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Elkhan doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Pjetlic scores with a punch to the head.
Pjetlic takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Pjetlic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Pjetlic has knocked Elkhan down with a huge combo! Pjetlic steps away and waves a wobbly Elkhan back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Elkhan is rocked!
Pjetlic gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Pjetlic digs a good body shot into Elkhan's ribs.
Pjetlic connects with a combination that backs up Elkhan into the cage. Pjetlic lands a flurry of punches that gets past Elkhan's guard. Elkhan is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Pjetlic bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
Maro Pjetlic thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Highland 88
Date: Sep 01, 2021

#R1##CL#
Pjetlic gets tackled into the cage by Bich. Bich maintains the clinch.
Pjetlic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
Bich gets control of Pjetlic's arms and successfully pulls guard. Bich will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Pjetlic not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Pjetlic has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Bich to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Pjetlic is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Bich pulls down on the head and he's put Pjetlic to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Phuc Dat Bich!
A very excited looking Phuc Dat Bich 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.
The defeated Maro Pjetlic had this to say: 'I will be back. Stronger.'.

Event: The Island Season 12, 265 lbs, Round 2
Date: Aug 23, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vieira avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
Vieira takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Pjetlic throws a body punch but Vieira moves out of range.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Vieira lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Vieira takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL#
Vieira clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic tries to break the clinch but Vieira is controlling the position.
Nice elbow from Vieira.
Vieira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Pjetlic.
Pjetlic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pjetlic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Nice body punch from Vieira - that landed with a thud.
Pjetlic looks winded!#T1#
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Vieira has him pinned against the cage.
Vieira lands a hook that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vieira just leaning against Pjetlic, taking a breather.
Vieira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Pjetlic being controlled against the cage.
Vieira throws a head punch that misses.
Vieira lands a nice elbow.
Vieira lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic tries to throw a body punch but Vieira avoids it by throwing Pjetlic back against the cage.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Vieira has him pressed against the cage.
Vieira throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Vieira works on Pjetlic's body with a couple of short punches.
Vieira tries to throw a body punch but Pjetlic avoids it by throwing Vieira back against the cage.
Vieira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards. #T2#
Vieira misses with a body punch.
Vieira throws a punch but it's blocked by Pjetlic.
Vieira doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Vieira blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Vieira.
Pjetlic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Vieira throws an elbow but it misses.
Vieira lands with a short shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pjetlic misses with the head strike.
Pjetlic fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vieira misses with a hook from the clinch.
Vieira stalling.
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Vieira has him pinned against the cage.
Nice body punch from Vieira.
Vieira lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Vieira lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Vieira throws a punch but it's blocked by Pjetlic.
Vieira tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
Vieira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vieira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pjetlic's elbow.
Pjetlic swings wildly with an uppercut but Vieira uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pjetlic.
Vieira throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Pjetlic letting Vieira take a breather here.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Vieira blocks it.
Pjetlic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vieira comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Vieira definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Vieira throws a punch but it's blocked by Pjetlic.
Vieira lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira. #T4#
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Vieira has him pinned against the cage.
Vieira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vieira swings wildly with an uppercut but Pjetlic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vieira throws a head punch that misses.
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Vieira has him pinned against the cage.
Vieira pushes Pjetlic back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Vieira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Vieira scores with a hook to the body.
Vieira can't find room to land a body shot as Pjetlic controls the action.
Pjetlic is trying to push Vieira away but Vieira has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Vieira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vieira working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Vieira swings wildly with an uppercut but Pjetlic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Vieira misses with a punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jorlan Vieira dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Pjetlic needs to keep his hands up - Vieira had a free shot at his head there.#CL#
Pjetlic tries to keep at a distance but Vieira has taken the fight into the clinch.
A short right from Vieira on the inside.
Vieira is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pjetlic can do to turn this around?
Vieira blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic tries to break free but Vieira pushes him back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Vieira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pjetlic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Vieira.
Vieira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Vieira lands an elbow just above Pjetlic 's eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic blocks a body shot from Vieira.
Pjetlic can't find room to land a body shot as Vieira controls the action.
Pjetlic prevents a body shot from Vieira.
Pjetlic blocks an uppercut.
Vieira has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
A body shot lands from Vieira.
Pjetlic is breathing heavily.#T1#
Vieira lands a damaging elbow.
Vieira misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vieira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vieira keeps control of Pjetlic as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Vieira keeps him there for the moment.
Pjetlic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Vieira backwards.
Pjetlic tries to break free but Vieira pushes him back against the cage.
Vieira lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Vieira taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Vieira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Vieira lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Maro Pjetlic has been cut.
Vieira is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
A right hand to the body from Pjetlic.
Vieira misses with a shot to the kidneys. #T2#
A short body shot lands from Pjetlic as the two fighters clinch.
Pjetlic tries to work over Vieira's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Vieira has Pjetlic pressed against the cage.
Vieira fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vieira stalling against the cage.
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Vieira's elbow.
Vieira softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Vieira misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Pjetlic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Vieira tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Vieira throws a series of punches but Pjetlic avoids them all with ease.
Vieira lands a jab to Pjetlic's midsection.#T3#
Pjetlic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vieira.
Pjetlic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Vieira fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Pjetlic on the side of the head.
A shot to the liver by Pjetlic. Beautiful body shot.
Pjetlic takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pjetlic connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Vieira will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Vieira throws a right hand that Pjetlic ducks under and follows up with a left that Pjetlic also avoids with ease.
Pjetlic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Vieira tries to clinch
enabling Pjetlic to counter with a crisp jab.
Pjetlic ducks under a wild hook from Vieira.
A little jabbing left from Pjetlic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T4#
A combination from Vieira does no damage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Vieira ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Vieira swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vieira tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pjetlic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Vieira walks into a jab.
Pjetlic throws a body shot but no joy.
Vieira just misses with a punch to the body.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pjetlic! But no joy.
Vieira misses with a combination
and Pjetlic counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Vieira moves into the clinch.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Vieira has him pressed against the cage.
Vieira effectively controlling the action here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jorlan Vieira dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Maro Pjetlic's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Pjetlic takes a swing at Vieira's ribcage but misses.
Vieira throws a right and a left that Pjetlic avoids nicely.
Pjetlic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Vieira throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Pjetlic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Vieira closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Vieira has him pressed against the cage.
Vieira tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it.
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
Pjetlic wants to get back to striking at distance but Vieira won't allow it.
Vieira prevents Pjetlic from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira lands with a light punch inside.
Pjetlic misses with the head strike.
Pjetlic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A left hand lands to the body for Vieira.
Pjetlic takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Vieira scores with a hook to the body.#T1#
Vieira scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Vieira is pushing Pjetlic up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Vieira lands a shot to the body.
Pjetlic's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Vieira is leaning against Pjetlic and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Vieira lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Vieira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vieira lands an elbow that stopped Pjetlic in his tracks for a moment.
Vieira works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The referee calls for Vieira to work.
Vieira misses with a body punch.
Vieira throws an elbow that misses.
Maro Pjetlic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Vieira lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Pjetlic backwards.
Vieira works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Vieira tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vieira goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Vieira working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pjetlic is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Vieira misses with a short punch on the inside.
Vieira tries to throw a body punch but Pjetlic avoids it by throwing Vieira back against the cage.
Vieira slows down the pace here.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Pjetlic blocks a body shot from Vieira.
Vieira slowing the pace effectively.
A left hand lands to the body for Vieira. #T3#
Vieira tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pjetlic's elbow.
Vieira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Vieira.
Vieira lands a hook to the side of the head.
Vieira lands a nice uppercut.
Vieira makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Vieira working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Vieira scores with a shoulder strike.
Vieira slowing the pace effectively.
Vieira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Vieira lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Vieira lands a body shot.
Vieira digs a right hand into Pjetlic's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Pjetlic's gas tank.
Jorlan Vieira has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Vieira lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Vieira lands a damaging elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short body shot lands from Vieira as the two fighters clinch.
A body shot lands from Vieira. #T4#
Still in the clinch, Vieira scores with a nice short uppercut.
Vieira tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Vieira stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Vieira scores with a hook to the body.
Vieira tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A right handed body shot lands from Vieira.
Vieira lands an elbow that stopped Pjetlic in his tracks for a moment.
Vieira tries to throw a body punch but Pjetlic avoids it by throwing Vieira back against the cage.
Vieira cracks Pjetlic with a nice body shot.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Vieira. #ROC#Pjetlic is rocked!
Vieira has Pjetlic pushed against the cage.
Pjetlic is still on wobbly legs! Can Vieira finish him?
Vieira lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Pjetlic to his knees! Vieira keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jorlan Vieira!
Maro Pjetlic spoke after the fight, saying 'Just part of the business. And hard hard business it is.'.

Event: The Island Season 12, 265 lbs, Round 1
Date: Aug 22, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Pjetlic shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Slumponyhu throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic throws a lazy right hand but Slumponyhu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pjetlic misses with a two punch combination.
Slumponyhu ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Slumponyhu cracks Pjetlic with an open hand slap.
Slumponyhu lands a jab to Pjetlic's midsection.
Slumponyhu misses the jab.
Pjetlic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Slumponyhu manages to avoid it.
Pjetlic connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Slumponyhu throws a sloppy body shot
and Pjetlic counters with a straight right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pjetlic scores with a hook.
The fighters circle momentarily. Slumponyhu darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Slumponyhu swings widly with a right hand
and Pjetlic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Slumponyhu misses with an uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic moves out of range as Slumponyhu strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic checks the leg kick nicely there.
Slumponyhu throws a predictable looking body shot
and Slumponyhu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Slumponyhu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pjetlic manages to avoid it.
Slumponyhu takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Slumponyhu throws a series of punches but Pjetlic avoids them all with ease.
Pjetlic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pjetlic misses with a looping left.
Pjetlic scores with a jab.
Slumponyhu throws a series of punches but Pjetlic avoids them all with ease.
Pjetlic blocks a low kick nicely.
Slumponyhu throws a shot from downtown. Pjetlic moves away and avoids it.
Pjetlic fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Slumponyhu throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Slumponyhu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pjetlic jabs at Slumponyhu's body.
Pjetlic slips a straight right by Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nice shot by Pjetlic.
Slumponyhu throws a poor cross that misses
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Slumponyhu throws a leg kick that is checked
and Pjetlic counters with a one-two to the body.
A cross from Pjetlic lands.
Pjetlic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Slumponyhu.#T2#
Pjetlic fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Slumponyhu misses with an uppercut. Pjetlic saw that one coming.
Pjetlic showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Slumponyhu.
Jab by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic cracks Slumponyhu with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Slumponyhu avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a head shot.
Slumponyhu walks into a straight right hand from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic ducks under a wild hook from Slumponyhu.
Slumponyhu misses with a looping right.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pjetlic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pjetlic cracks Slumponyhu with a right hand to the side of the head.
Slumponyhu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Pjetlic changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Pjetlic checks a leg kick.#T3#
Pjetlic connects with a body shot.
A shot to the body from Slumponyhu misses
and Pjetlic counters with a straight right hand.
Slumponyhu is looking to score with low kicks.
Slumponyhu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Slumponyhu tries a low kick but Pjetlic avoids it.
Slumponyhu misses with an uppercut. Pjetlic saw that one coming.
Pjetlic connects with a good right hand that stumbles Slumponyhu. Slumponyhu circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Slumponyhu.
Slumponyhu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Nice body punch from Pjetlic.
Slumponyhu takes one on the button.
Slumponyhu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Pjetlic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Slumponyhu's hands.
Slumponyhu lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Slumponyhu is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
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!
Slumponyhu takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Pjetlic lands a right hook to the body.
Pjetlic slips a jab and a cross from Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Slumponyhu had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Slumponyhu throws a hook to the side of Pjetlic's head but Pjetlic sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T4#
Pjetlic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Slumponyhu counters with a nice uppercut.
Slumponyhu on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Pjetlic throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic throws an overhand right that lands on Slumponyhu's shoulder, as Slumponyhu tries to avoid the shot.
Slumponyhu takes one to the chin there.
Slumponyhu looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Pjetlic throws a lazy right hand but Slumponyhu sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Slumponyhu takes one to the side of the head.
Pjetlic digs a good body shot into Slumponyhu's ribs.
Slumponyhu misses with an uppercut.
Pjetlic takes one to the chin there.
Pjetlic connects with a body shot that sends Slumponyhu's belly button to the back.
Pjetlic keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pjetlic takes one to the side of the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Slumponyhu swings widly with a right hand
and Pjetlic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pjetlic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Slumponyhu misses with an uppercut. Pjetlic saw that one coming.
Slumponyhu walks into a left hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic 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#
Slumponyhu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Slumponyhu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body.
Pjetlic scores with a shot to the body.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Slumponyhu might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Good standup being displayed there by Pjetlic as he connects with a hook.
Slumponyhu takes one to the chin there.
Pjetlic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Slumponyhu sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Pjetlic works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Some wild striking there from Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic misses with a looping left.
Pjetlic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Pjetlic avoids a punch combination nicely.
Slumponyhu finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Pjetlic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pjetlic looks to land a left hand but Slumponyhu moved out of range nicely.
Slumponyhu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Pjetlic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Slumponyhu looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Pjetlic punishes Slumponyhu's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Slumponyhu lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pjetlic circles away quickly and effectively.
Pjetlic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic misses with a hook. Slumponyhu ducked under it nicely.
Slumponyhu went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Pjetlic works Slumponyhu's body with a nice hook.
Stances Slumponyhu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut lands for Pjetlic. That snapped Slumponyhu's head back.
Slumponyhu walks into a straight right hand from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Pjetlic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pjetlic lands a nice looking body shot.
Pjetlic connects with a body shot.
Pjetlic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Slumponyhu's hands.
Pjetlic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Slumponyhu has time to react.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Pjetlic moves into the clinch successfully.
Pjetlic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pjetlic scores with a shoulder strike.
Pjetlic tries to work over Slumponyhu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Pjetlic lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Slumponyhu escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Slumponyhu looks to throw the jab but Pjetlic is out of range.
Pjetlic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Slumponyhu was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Slumponyhu takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Pjetlic connects with a body shot.
Pjetlic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Slumponyhu takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A shot to the liver by Pjetlic. Beautiful body shot.
A combination from Pjetlic does no damage.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Slumponyhu gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Pjetlic.
Slumponyhu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Slumponyhu moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Slumponyhu slips a jab from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Slumponyhu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #T3#
Pjetlic lands a right hook to the body.
Slumponyhu takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing. #CL2#
Slumponyhu gets tackled into the cage by Pjetlic. Pjetlic maintains the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic pushes Slumponyhu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pjetlic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Pjetlic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Pjetlic.
Nice body punch from Pjetlic.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pjetlic lands a left hand. #BC2#
Pjetlic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
Pjetlic connects with a nice looking jab.
Pjetlic slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Pjetlic lands with an uppercut that bounces Slumponyhu off the cage and back into range.
Slumponyhu will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Pjetlic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Pjetlic lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Pjetlic throws a shot to the body.
Pjetlic jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Jab from Pjetlic.
Slumponyhu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pjetlic throws a good cross that connects.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Slumponyhu needs to keep his hands up - Pjetlic had a free shot at his head there.
Pjetlic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Slumponyhu in his tracks. #ROC2#Slumponyhu is rocked!#CL2#
Pjetlic clinches up against the cage.
Slumponyhu's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Pjetlic dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Slumponyhu ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Slumponyhu walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Slumponyhu throws a right hand that Pjetlic ducks under and follows up with a left that Pjetlic also avoids with ease.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Slumponyhu appears to be looking for a big counter.
Slumponyhu throws a body kick that misses
letting Pjetlic counter with a right hand.
Slumponyhu takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Pjetlic punishes Slumponyhu's body with a nice straight punch.
Slumponyhu throws a hook but Pjetlic blocks it.
A nice side step and Pjetlic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Pjetlic lands a really nice looking cross but Slumponyhu seems unphased.
Oh Slumponyhu is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The fighters circling - Pjetlic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Slumponyhu seems to have got his legs back now.
Jab, jab by Pjetlic - just one landing.
Pjetlic cracks a nice hook into Slumponyhu's ribs.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pjetlic swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic cracks Slumponyhu with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Slumponyhu takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pjetlic lands a nice looking body shot. #T1#
Pjetlic keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Pjetlic listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Slumponyhu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic scores with a decent looking hook.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Pjetlic has knocked Slumponyhu down with a huge combo! Pjetlic steps away and waves a wobbly Slumponyhu back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CL2#
Slumponyhu gets tackled into the cage by Pjetlic. Pjetlic maintains the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Pjetlic as the two fighters clinch.
Pjetlic lands a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A shot in the inside from Pjetlic.
A right hook to the body lands for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Slumponyhu blocks it. #BC2#
Pjetlic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Maro Pjetlic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Pjetlic scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Slumponyhu looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Good standup being displayed there by Pjetlic as he connects with a hook.
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Pjetlic misses the target.
Slumponyhu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Pjetlic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pjetlic scores with a body shot.
Slumponyhu takes a shot to the body in his stride. #CL2#
Pjetlic has Slumponyhu up against the cage in a clinch.
Pjetlic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Slumponyhu backwards.
Stances Slumponyhu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Pjetlic is working Slumponyhu over against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic keeps control of Slumponyhu as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Slumponyhu is trying to break the clinch but Pjetlic has him pressed against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Pjetlic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Pjetlic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Slumponyhu backwards.
Pjetlic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Slumponyhu misses with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic is leaning against Slumponyhu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Pjetlic blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Slumponyhu misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Slumponyhu.
Slumponyhu throws a punch but it's blocked by Pjetlic. #T4#
Pjetlic lands a shot to the body.#BC2#
Pjetlic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pjetlic lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
A big left from Slumponyhu misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pjetlic connects with a body shot.
Pjetlic works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Slumponyhu throws a sloppy head kick
and Pjetlic counters with a stiff right hand.
Pjetlic connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Slumponyhu's hands.
Slumponyhu misses with a jab to the body
and Pjetlic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Pjetlic dodges the punch combination from Slumponyhu.
Pjetlic jabs Slumponyhu to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Slumponyhu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Slumponyhu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Maro Pjetlic comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Pjetlic 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight for Maro Pjetlic!
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight for Maro Pjetlic!
Judge David Hoff scores the fight for Maro Pjetlic!

Maro Pjetlic wins by unanimous decision!
Maro Pjetlic seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Highland 87
Date: Aug 13, 2021

#R1#
Dick throws a lazy uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pjetlic loads up on a big right hand but Dick slips the punch.
Pjetlic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pjetlic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Dick doesn't seem bothered though.
Dick looks to clinch
and Pjetlic counters with a nice body shot.
Dick definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot.
Pjetlic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Pjetlic connects with a right hand. Dick shakes it off.
Pjetlic throws a nice looking combination but Dick bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Dick swings for the body but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Pjetlic swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Dick lands with a hook. Pjetlic tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Dick ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with a body punch
and Dick counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dick catches Pjetlic with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T2#
Pjetlic missing with a left hand there. Dick was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dick tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pjetlic was well out of range. Poor timing from Dick.
Dick tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Pjetlic was well out of range. Poor timing from Dick.
Dick throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pjetlic scores with a nice right hand.
Dick misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws out a counter right but Dick avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Dick moves to clinch but Pjetlic breaks away
and Pjetlic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pjetlic misses with a hook.
The fighters circling - Dick throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pjetlic looks to score with a jab to the body but Dick is just out of range.
Pjetlic scores with a jab to the jaw.#CL#
Dick gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#T4#
Pjetlic throws a punch but it's blocked by Dick.
Pjetlic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Dick backwards.
Dick lands a nice shot to the body.
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dick digs a right hand underneath Pjetlic's ribcage. Pjetlic let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A right handed body shot lands from Dick.
Pjetlic looks winded!
Dick doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Dick has him pressed against the cage.
Dick tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it.
Dick prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
Dick tries to work over Pjetlic's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Dick throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Dick lands with a left to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dick lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dick tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it.
Dick pushes Pjetlic back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dick struggles to land a body shot inside as Pjetlic controls his hands.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Dick blocks it.
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Dick's elbow.
Dick blocking some punches.
Dick struggles to land a body shot inside as Pjetlic controls his hands.
Dick doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Maro Pjetlic will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Dick staying out of range there.
Dick seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Pjetlic misses with an uppercut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Dick looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Dick throws a body shot but no joy.
A nice side step and Pjetlic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic looks to land a left hand but Dick moved out of range nicely.
Dick is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pjetlic.
Dick misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Pjetlic misses with a looping right.
Dick is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dick takes one on the button.
Pjetlic misses with a hook. Dick ducked under it nicely.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pjetlic swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dick counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Pjetlic walks into a left hand.
Dick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pjetlic moves away.
Pjetlic throws a sloppy body shot
and Dick counters with a right hand to the body.
Pjetlic is breathing heavily.#T2#
Pjetlic swings widly with a right hand #KD#
and Dick counters with a nice right hand that sends Pjetlic toppling to the canvas! Pjetlic scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Dick finish him?!#CUT#It looks like Maro Pjetlic 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!
Dick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pjetlic moves away.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dick.
A counter left hand to the body from Dick misses its target.
Dick is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pjetlic can do to turn this around?
Pjetlic lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Pjetlic tries to bum rush Dick with a series of wild strikes but Dick uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Dick moves out of range as Pjetlic strikes.
Dick appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dick ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T3#
Dick throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pjetlic uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dick.
Dick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pjetlic moves away.
Pjetlic throws a poor cross that misses
and Dick counters with a left right combination that sends Pjetlic crashing to the mat - Dick wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Pjetlic out for a TKO! Devastating finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Needle Dick!
Needle Dick is the new heavyweight champion!
A victorious Needle Dick thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Maro Pjetlic stepped up to the mic, saying 'Just part of the business. And hard hard business it is.'.

Event: Highland 85
Date: Aug 06, 2021

#R1#
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Kerr ducks right into an uppercut from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a head shot.#CL#
Kerr has closed the distance and engaged Pjetlic in a clinch.
Pjetlic works on Kerr's body with a couple of short punches.
Kerr has a couple of punches blocked by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic is working Kerr over against the cage.
Pjetlic lands with a right to the head.
Kerr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pjetlic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kerr prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kerr backwards.
Pjetlic works on Kerr's body with a couple of short punches.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kerr jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Pjetlic walks away with a smile on his face. Kerr gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Pjetlic scores with a jab to the body.
Kerr is breathing heavily.#KD2#
Pjetlic drops Kerr with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kerr looks back up at him and smiles so Pjetlic waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #T1#
Kerr slips under a jab.
Kerr attempts a counter takedown but Pjetlic avoids it well and moves away.
Pjetlic throws an overhand right that lands on Kerr's shoulder, as Kerr tries to avoid the shot.
Kerr drops down looking for a counter takedown but Pjetlic sprawls and moves away.
Kerr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.#KD2#
Pjetlic lands a big uppercut and Kerr crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Kerr looks OK. Pjetlic waves Kerr back to his feet!#ROC2#Kerr is rocked!
Kerr has been working on his balance at Island project, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Pjetlic.
Kerr backs away from a small jab... but Pjetlic lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Kerr crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Pjetlic with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Maro Pjetlic! Maro Pjetlic retains his heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Maro Pjetlic thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Highland 84
Date: Jul 27, 2021

#R1#
Kawiwasulu throws an off balance right hand
and Pjetlic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kawiwasulu takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Pjetlic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kawiwasulu drops his hands momentarily and Pjetlic takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
A swing and a miss from Kawiwasulu.
A counter left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses its target.
Kawiwasulu tries to clinch there but Pjetlic circles away.
Pjetlic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Kawiwasulu misses with a combination
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Pjetlic has knocked Kawiwasulu down with a huge combo! Pjetlic steps away and waves a wobbly Kawiwasulu 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!
Pjetlic walks into a straight right hand from Kawiwasulu.
Kawiwasulu misses with a hook.
Pjetlic was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T1#
Kawiwasulu throws an overhand right that lands on Pjetlic's shoulder, as Pjetlic tries to avoid the shot.
Kawiwasulu misses with a lunging right hand
and Pjetlic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kawiwasulu is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic loads up on a big right hand but Kawiwasulu slips the punch.
Kawiwasulu let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Pjetlic throws a right hand that Kawiwasulu ducks under and follows up with a left that Kawiwasulu also avoids with ease.
Pjetlic is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Pjetlic ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pjetlic lands a jab to the nose.
Kawiwasulu moves forwards but Pjetlic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kawiwasulu tries to close the distance and clinch but Pjetlic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pjetlic lands with a jab that stuns his opponent. Kawiwasulu is looking to close the distance but Pjetlic sees it coming and throws a beautiful knee! Kawiwasulu crumbles to the mat and that's all she wrote! Let's hope Kawiwasulu is OK because that was naaaaaasty!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Maro Pjetlic!
Maro Pjetlic is the new heavyweight champion!
Maro Pjetlic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Highland 79
Date: Jul 15, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic stuffs the takedown attempt from Thompson. Thompson gets slowly back to his feet.
Pjetlic throwing a counter right hand but Thompson manages to avoid it.
Thompson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pjetlic circles away.
Thompson throws a head kick but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Thompson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pjetlic throws the left hand but Thompson avoids the punch easily.
Pjetlic lands with a straight right. Thompson didn't see that one coming.
Pjetlic takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thompson misses with a takedown attempt
and Pjetlic counters with a two punch combo.
Maro Pjetlic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Thompson.
Thompson lands a jab-cross combination.
Thompson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Thompson uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pjetlic.
Thompson drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pjetlic defends it well.
A jab from Pjetlic does it's job there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pjetlic misses with a wild body shot.
Pjetlic throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thompson sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thompson changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Pjetlic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Pjetlic throws out a powerful jab.
Maro Pjetlic is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Thompson has a takedown stuffed.
Pjetlic stuns Thompson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Thompson has his takedown stuffed
and Pjetlic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Pjetlic dips to his left and cracks Thompson with an uppercut!
Thompson fails with a takedown attempt.
Pjetlic throws a body shot but no joy.
Thompson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pjetlic.
Thompson throws a lazy head kick
and Pjetlic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pjetlic smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice straight punches there by Pjetlic. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Pjetlic.#T2#
Thompson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Pjetlic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thompson looks to land a combination but Pjetlic avoids it well.
Pjetlic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
It looks like Pjetlic has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Thompson doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Pjetlic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thompson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pjetlic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Thompson ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic falls off balance throwing a combination #TD2#
so Thompson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Thompson throws a big right hand that misses.
Thompson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Pjetlic utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T3#
Pjetlic trying to control the position.
Thompson works over Pjetlic with some ground and pound from guard.
Pjetlic knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Thompson on the ground.
Pjetlic working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Thompson.
Pjetlic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Thompson preventing the sweep.
Thompson is working Pjetlic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Thompson lands a couple of digs.
Thompson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Thompson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Thompson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Pjetlic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Thompson is working Pjetlic over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Thompson trying to control the position from guard on top but Pjetlic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thompson has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Thompson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Thompson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Thompson stands up over Pjetlic, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Pjetlic lands with a right hand.
Pjetlic takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Thompson takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thompson tries for a takedown but Pjetlic circles away easily
and Pjetlic counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#KD#
Pjetlic drops Thompson with a beautiful combination! Thompson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Pjetlic is looking for the KO!#CUT#It looks like Ricky Thompson 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!
Thompson misses with a takedown attempt - Pjetlic sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Pjetlic misses with a hook.
Pjetlic leaves Thompson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Maro Pjetlic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ricky Thompson.
Pjetlic cracks Thompson with a right hand to the side of the head.
Pjetlic fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Thompson on the side of the head.#KD#
Pjetlic feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Thompson sprawling to the canvas! Thompson rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Pjetlic finish him?! #ROC#Thompson is rocked!#T1#
Pjetlic closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Thompson out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maro Pjetlic!
Maro Pjetlic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Highland 75
Date: Jul 07, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Pjetlic closes the distance and clinches.
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Holmes wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Pjetlic has him pressed against the cage.
Holmes can't break the clinch.
Holmes is trying to break free.
Pjetlic lands a hook that snaps the head of Holmes backwards.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pjetlic. #BC#
Holmes escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Holmes seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Pjetlic looks to score with a jab to the body but Holmes is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Holmes. Pjetlic does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hans Holmes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Holmes lands with a shot to the body.
Holmes throws a lazy right hand but Pjetlic sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Pjetlic tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pjetlic, as that shot connected. #CL2#
Pjetlic gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Holmes is trying to break the clinch but Pjetlic is controlling him.
Pjetlic keeps control of Holmes as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Holmes blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Holmes looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Pjetlic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Pjetlic digs a right hand underneath Holmes's ribcage. Holmes let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Pjetlic works on Holmes's body with a couple of short punches.#T1#
Pjetlic pushes Holmes back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Holmes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pjetlic lands a right hand.
Holmes wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Pjetlic misses with a punch to the body.
Holmes has had enough of the clinch but Pjetlic keeps him there for the moment.#BC#
Holmes breaks the clinch.
Nice cross by Pjetlic.#CUT2#It looks like Hans Holmes has been cut.
Pjetlic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Holmes in his tracks.
The fighters circling - Holmes throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Holmes misses with a lunging right hand
and Pjetlic counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Holmes is breathing heavily.
Pjetlic with a jab.
Holmes walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Pjetlic checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Pjetlic drops Holmes with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Holmes! Pjetlic dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
An out of breath Maro Pjetlic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Highland 72
Date: Jun 29, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Kapurs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT#It looks like Rav Kapur has been cut.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Kapur.
It looked like Pjetlic wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot.
Pjetlic lunges at Kapur with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kapur's hand.
Pjetlic thuds his right hand into Kapur's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Pjetlic bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Kapur's head.
Kapur displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pjetlic throws out the jab.
Pjetlic swings for the body but Kapur moves out of range.
Kapur has his takedown stuffed
and Pjetlic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic thuds a left hand into Kapur's body.
Pjetlic lunges at Kapur with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kapur's hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kapur throws a right hand that misses
and Pjetlic connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT#That has opened up Rav Kapur's cut even more.
Kapur looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pjetlic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Pjetlic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kapur looks to throw the jab but Pjetlic is out of range.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kapur drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Pjetlic defends it well.
Pjetlic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Kapur misses with a takedown attempt
and Pjetlic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#ROC#Kapur is rocked!
Maro Pjetlic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rav Kapur.
Pjetlic lands with a good body shot.
Kapur looks winded!
Pjetlic cracks Kapur with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Kapur falls to his knees and Pjetlic doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
Maro Pjetlic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Highland 66
Date: Jun 18, 2021

#R1#
Pjetlic lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dick circles away quickly and effectively.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dick moves away.
A shot to the liver by Pjetlic. Beautiful body shot.
Pjetlic throws a jab when Dick was well out of range.
Pjetlic is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Dick definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dick defending well as Pjetlic loads up on a big left hand.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Pjetlic misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic misses with a two punch combination.
It looked like Dick was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic scores with a shot to the body.
Pjetlic lands a nice hook to Dick's body. Dick takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T1#
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body.
Dick misses with a body punch
and Pjetlic counters with a straight right hand.
A big right from Pjetlic misses.
Dick throwing a counter right hand but Pjetlic manages to avoid it.
Dick slips under a jab from Pjetlic.
Dick keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pjetlic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dick.
Pjetlic misses with a wild body shot.
Pjetlic moves away from the strike by Dick.
A little jabbing left from Pjetlic on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Dick ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Dick throwing a counter right hand but Pjetlic manages to avoid it.
Dick takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T2#
Dick tries to bum rush Pjetlic with a series of wild strikes but Pjetlic uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Pjetlic misses with a lunging right hand
and Dick counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Dick.
Dick throws a poor cross that misses
letting Pjetlic counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pjetlic looks to land a left hand but Dick moved out of range nicely.
Pjetlic looks to score with a jab to the body but Dick is just out of range.
Dick takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Pjetlic connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dick. Dick circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Dick does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pjetlic looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3#
Pjetlic connects with a looping right hand.
Pjetlic fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dick manages to avoid it.
Dick throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Dick blocks it.
Dick swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A telegraphed right hand from Pjetlic misses the target.
Dick uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
A counter left hand to the body from Dick misses its target.
Good exchange - Pjetlic coming out on top.
Pjetlic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Pjetlic ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dick moves away.#T4#
Dick ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
Dick is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dick throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the side of Dick's head but Dick sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Dick is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pjetlic.
Dick lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Pjetlic throws a lazy uppercut
and Dick counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
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!
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the body
and Pjetlic takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pjetlic misses with a hook.
Pjetlic throws a poor cross that misses
and Dick counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dick was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
It looked like Dick was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Pjetlic.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Dick misses with an uppercut. Pjetlic saw that one coming.
Pjetlic lands a really nice looking cross but Dick seems unphased.
Pjetlic takes a jab right on the kisser.
Pjetlic throws out a loose jab but Dick uses good head movement to avoid it.
Pjetlic misses with a hook
and Dick counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Pjetlic misses with a body punch
and Dick counters with a monster hook and another for good measure! Pjetlic falls to the ground, out cold! Stick some heavy metal music over the top of that clip and it's one for the highlight makers!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Needle Dick!
Needle Dick is the new heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Needle Dick, 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.
In defeat, Maro Pjetlic stepped up to the mic, saying 'Better fighter lost. Lets go to the street and have a rematch right now!!!'.

Event: Highland 62
Date: Jun 11, 2021

#R1#
Mihaylov looks to throw the jab but Pjetlic is out of range.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the body #CL2#
and Mihaylov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
A head punch on the inside from Pjetlic fails to land.
Pjetlic is trying to force a seperation but Mihaylov has the dominant position.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Pjetlic is looking to break free of the clinch but Mihaylov has double underhooks.
Mihaylov scores a nice knee to the body.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pjetlic managing to block the knees to the body from Mihaylov .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Pjetlic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Mihaylov missing with knees to the body.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
I was talking to Pjetlic's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pjetlic can't break the clinch.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #T1#
A nice left hand lands by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pjetlic avoids it.
Pjetlic lands a body shot.
Mihaylov looks winded!
Pjetlic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Pjetlic tries to throw a body punch but Mihaylov avoids it by throwing Pjetlic back against the cage.
Pjetlic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mihaylov has him pressed against the cage.
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mihaylov 's elbow.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pjetlic can't find room to land a body shot as Mihaylov controls the action.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Mihaylov blocks it.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Pjetlic scores with a shoulder strike.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pjetlic is trying to break free.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mihaylov missing with knees to the body.
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike.
Pjetlic working hard to break the clinch.#T2#
Pjetlic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Pjetlic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mihaylov looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pjetlic pushes Mihaylov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pjetlic tries to break the clinch but Mihaylov is controlling the position.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic pushes Mihaylov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic lands with a light punch inside.
Mihaylov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Pjetlic struggles to land a body shot inside as Mihaylov controls his hands.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Mihaylov keeps him there for the moment.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pjetlic misses with a body punch.
Mihaylov trying to land knees to the body.
Mihaylov tries to land knees in the clinch but Pjetlic avoids the damage to the body.
Pjetlic swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Mihaylov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands with a short shot to the head.
Pjetlic lands an uppercut.
Pjetlic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mihaylov takes a shot to the head.
Pjetlic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Pjetlic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mihaylov crunches a lovely knee into Pjetlic's ribcage.
Mihaylov blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Mihaylov has control.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pjetlic in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Pjetlic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic managing to block the knees to the body from Mihaylov .
Pjetlic working hard to break the clinch.
A short right from Pjetlic.
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 body shot lands from Pjetlic. #T4#
Mihaylov with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mihaylov or not.
Mihaylov misses with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
Pjetlic misses with a punch on the inside.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the body.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Mihaylov blocks it.
Pjetlic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pjetlic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Pjetlic fails to land.
Mihaylov scores with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic is working Mihaylov over against the cage.
Mihaylov missing with knees to the body.
Pjetlic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
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 Maro Pjetlic 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#
A telegraphed right hand from Pjetlic misses the target.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Mihaylov avoids it easily.
Mihaylov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Pjetlic feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Mihaylov s jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Pjetlic misses with a looping left.
A left lands for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a glancing blow to the side of Mihaylov 's head.
Pjetlic looks to score with a jab to the body but Mihaylov is just out of range.
Mihaylov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body. Mihaylov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Pjetlic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Pjetlic throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Mihaylov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Mihaylov tries to land knees in the clinch but Pjetlic avoids the damage to the body. #T1#
Mihaylov misses with a knee to the head.
Maro Pjetlic has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Pjetlic throws a head punch that misses.
Pjetlic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Pjetlic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mihaylov is breathing heavily.
Pjetlic tries to work over Mihaylov 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mihaylov connects with a knee to the head.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Mihaylov in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Mihaylov keeps him there for the moment.
A short right from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike. #BC#
Pjetlic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pjetlic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mihaylov staying out of range there.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. #T2#
Pjetlic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Pjetlic lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pjetlic misses the jab.
Donk. Pjetlic catches Mihaylov right on the button with a cross.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Pjetlic looks to land a right hand but Mihaylov moved out of range.
Pjetlic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Mihaylov moves out of range of the strikes.
Mihaylov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov doesn't manage to clinch there - Pjetlic circles away.
Mihaylov tries to clinch up but Pjetlic circles away and keeps his distance.#T3#
Pjetlic throws the left hand but Mihaylov avoids the punch easily.
Mihaylov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Mihaylov takes one to the chin there.
Pjetlic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Pjetlic stuns Mihaylov with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Pjetlic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a body shot but no joy.
Mihaylov wants to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic pushes him away.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mihaylov tries to clinch up but Pjetlic circles away and keeps his distance.
Pjetlic looks to land a left hand but Mihaylov moved out of range nicely.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mihaylov moves away.
Pjetlic looks to land a right hand but Mihaylov moved out of range.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Mihaylov takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T4#
Pjetlic lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Pjetlic misses with a looping right.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic takes a swing at Mihaylov 's ribcage but misses.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Mihaylov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pjetlic throws out the jab.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Pjetlic misses the body punch #CL2#
and Mihaylov counters by clinching up.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A right hook to the body lands for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic wants to get back to striking at distance but Mihaylov won't allow it.
Pjetlic scores with a shot to the side of Mihaylov 's head.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Mihaylov can do to turn this around?
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pjetlic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic 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.#R3#
Pjetlic moves into range and connects with a jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for Pjetlic.
Good leg kick by Mihaylov .
Pjetlic connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Pjetlic misses with an uppercut. Mihaylov saw that one coming.
Mihaylov wants to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic pushes him away.
Pjetlic throws a big shot that misses.
Mihaylov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mihaylov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pjetlic.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mihaylov .
Mihaylov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Pjetlic lands with a nice body punch.
Mihaylov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov wants to clinch up but Pjetlic keeps it at a distance.
A little feinted left hand from Pjetlic on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Mihaylov ducks under a wild hook from Pjetlic.
A big right from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic missing with a left hand there. Mihaylov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mihaylov was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Pjetlic thows a left - swing and a miss!
Mihaylov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a body shot but no joy.
Mihaylov tries to clinch there but Pjetlic circles away.
Mihaylov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pjetlic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pjetlic scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mihaylov moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
Mihaylov tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Pjetlic counter with a right hand.
Mihaylov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mihaylov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov wants to counter the offense by Pjetlic and move into the clinch position.
Mihaylov tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Mihaylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mihaylov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pjetlic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Pjetlic misses with a wild body shot.
Pjetlic throws a jab when Mihaylov was well out of range.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Pjetlic throws a looping overhand right but Mihaylov ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
A big left from Pjetlic misses.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Mihaylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pjetlic sets himself, and Mihaylov steps forward looking for the clinch! Pjetlic avoids it this time.
Pjetlic pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Mihaylov tries to counter by closing the distance.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Mihaylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Pjetlic, as that shot connected.
Pjetlic throws a body punch but Mihaylov moves out of range.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot.
The fighters circling - Pjetlic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Pjetlic missing with a left hand there. Mihaylov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T4#
Mihaylov tries to clinch up
and Pjetlic counters with a nice uppercut.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Mihaylov moves away from the strike by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov wants to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic pushes him away.
Pjetlic throws a looping overhand right but Mihaylov ducks down to avoid it.
Pjetlic misses with a jab to the body #CL2#
and Mihaylov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Mihaylov landing knees to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Mihaylov landing knees to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Knees to the body from Mihaylov .
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov working Pjetlic over with knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic clearly takes that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R4#
Mihaylov doesn't manage to clinch there - Pjetlic circles away.
Mihaylov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pjetlic sets himself, and Mihaylov steps forward looking for the clinch! Pjetlic avoids it this time.
Mihaylov slips a straight right by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov is looking to clinch but Pjetlic is avoiding it.
An attempted straight right counter from Pjetlic misses the target.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Pjetlic throws a jab when Mihaylov was well out of range.
Mihaylov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic sets himself, and Mihaylov steps forward looking for the clinch! Pjetlic avoids it this time.
Pjetlic takes a swing at Mihaylov 's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaylov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pjetlic looks to land a left hand but Mihaylov moved out of range nicely.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot. #T1#
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mihaylov moves away.
Mihaylov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Maro Pjetlic is winning the standup battle so far.
Pjetlic throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Mihaylov walks into a stiff left hand from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Maro Pjetlic is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Pjetlic swings for the body but Mihaylov moves out of range.
Mihaylov wants to counter the offense by Pjetlic and move into the clinch position.
Pjetlic swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mihaylov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Pjetlic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Mihaylov tries to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
Mihaylov throws out a loose jab but Pjetlic uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mihaylov wants to clinch.
Pjetlic misses with a looping left.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
Mihaylov wants to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic pushes him away.
Mihaylov slips a jab from Pjetlic.
The fighters circling - Pjetlic throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Mihaylov slips a jab from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pjetlic misses with a body punch #CL2#
and Mihaylov counters by clinching up. #T3#
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks with his arms.
Mihaylov is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mihaylov with a knee to the head.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pjetlic is trying to force a seperation but Mihaylov has the dominant position.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #T4#
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Mihaylov keeps him there for the moment.
Mihaylov has Pjetlic pressed against the cage, preventing Pjetlic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mihaylov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pjetlic is defending well for now.
Mihaylov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pjetlic is defending well for now.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pjetlic avoids it.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pjetlic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pjetlic tries to work over Mihaylov 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
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 Maro Pjetlic will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Pjetlic listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mihaylov takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Pjetlic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Mihaylov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Mihaylov fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pjetlic looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body.
Mihaylov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab lands there for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body. #T1#
Pjetlic looks to throw the jab but Mihaylov is out of range.
Mihaylov tries to counter by closing the distance.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot.
Mihaylov displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Pjetlic throws out the jab.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov moves away from the strike by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic shakes him off and moves away.
Mihaylov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pjetlic misses with a looping right.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Pjetlic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mihaylov has time to react.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
Adrik Mihaylov has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Pjetlic misses with a straight right.
Mihaylov is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Mihaylov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Mihaylov avoids it easily.
Mihaylov tries to clinch up.
Mihaylov misses with a hook.
Pjetlic works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Mihaylov blocks a jab.
Mihaylov wants to counter with a clinch but Pjetlic pushes him away.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov moves out of range as Pjetlic strikes.
Pjetlic lands an overhand right.
Pjetlic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mihaylov looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.#T3#
Pjetlic catches Mihaylov with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Pjetlic wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Mihaylov darts in trying to clinch
and Pjetlic counters with a stiff right hand.
Mihaylov wants to clinch up but Pjetlic keeps it at a distance.
Mihaylov tries to clinch up but Pjetlic circles away and keeps his distance.
Mihaylov moves forwards but Pjetlic connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Mihaylov 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pjetlic connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Mihaylov scrambles back to his feet.
Pjetlic throws a good cross that connects. #T4#
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mihaylov avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pjetlic paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pjetlic lands a slapping body shot.
Pjetlic tests Mihaylov 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Mihaylov tries to clinch but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pjetlic just misses with a punch to the body.
Pjetlic throws a right hand that misses #CL2#
and Mihaylov holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Mihaylov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Maro Pjetlic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Pjetlic, 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 49:45
Judge Michael Johnstone scores the fight 50:45
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 50:44

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Maro Pjetlic!
Maro Pjetlic is the new heavyweight champion!
Post fight, an emotional Maro Pjetlic said 'CROATIA baby, we got a champion! Never underestimate The Plumbers. Never underestimate Maro Pjetlic. NEVER! You will remember my name. ROOOOOOAR'.

Event: Highland 54
Date: May 28, 2021

#R1#
Mihaylov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to close the distance and clinch but Pjetlic swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Pjetlic swings for the body but Mihaylov moves out of range.
Pjetlic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Mihaylov has time to react.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Mihaylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mihaylov avoids the body shot from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
A combination from Pjetlic does no damage.
Pjetlic scores with a jab.
Mihaylov doesn't manage to clinch there - Pjetlic circles away.
Pjetlic misses with a wild body shot.
Mihaylov is looking to counter the offense by Pjetlic and move into the clinch.
Pjetlic has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Mihaylov is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Mihaylov slips under a jab from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov is looking to counter the offense by Pjetlic and move into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Mihaylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mihaylov tries to counter by clinching up but Pjetlic breaks away and moves out of range.
Mihaylov throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Mihaylov tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Pjetlic is able to avoid easily.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Mihaylov .
Mihaylov is looking to clinch but Pjetlic is avoiding it.
Mihaylov fails in his attempt to clinch.
A nice side step and Pjetlic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T1#
Pjetlic throws a shot from downtown. Mihaylov moves away and avoids it.
Pjetlic digs a good hook to Mihaylov 's body.
Mihaylov takes one to the side of the head.
Mihaylov tries to clinch there but Pjetlic circles away.
Pjetlic keeps the fight on the outside.
Pjetlic scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Mihaylov slips a straight right by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic loads up on a big right hand but Mihaylov slips the punch.
Pjetlic missing with a left hand there. Mihaylov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Pjetlic digs a good body shot into Mihaylov 's ribs.
Pjetlic missing with a left hand there. Mihaylov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Mihaylov slips under a jab from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with a hook. Mihaylov ducked under it nicely.
Mihaylov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov throws a lazy uppercut
and Pjetlic counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Mihaylov tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pjetlic swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Pjetlic misses with a straight left.
A big right from Pjetlic misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Mihaylov ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Mihaylov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Pjetlic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mihaylov slips under a jab.
We've been told by Mihaylov 's head coaches at Hardcore Island MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Pjetlic keeps the fight on the outside.
Pjetlic misses with a body shot.
Pjetlic throws out a loose jab but Mihaylov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mihaylov moves in looking to clinch but Pjetlic pushes him off.
Mihaylov moves out of range as Pjetlic strikes.
Mihaylov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Pjetlic manages to circle out of the way.
Mihaylov wants to clinch.
Pjetlic is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Mihaylov .
A big right from Pjetlic misses.
Mihaylov seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T3#
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mihaylov was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic moves out of range of the body kick.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Mihaylov avoids it easily.
Mihaylov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic keeps the fight on the outside.
Mihaylov throws a big shot that misses.
Pjetlic tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mihaylov was well out of range. Poor timing from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic throws a big shot that misses.
Mihaylov moves out of range as Pjetlic strikes.
Mihaylov takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Mihaylov moves in looking to clinch but Pjetlic pushes him off.
Pjetlic misses with a jab, cross combination.
Pjetlic swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mihaylov looks to land a left hand but Pjetlic moved out of range nicely.
Pjetlic appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Mihaylov wants to clinch.#T4#
Pjetlic misses with a body shot.
A slow jab from Pjetlic misses its intended target.
Pjetlic lands with a hook. Mihaylov tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Mihaylov steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic looks to land a right hand but Mihaylov moved out of range.
Mihaylov is looking to counter the offense by Pjetlic and move into the clinch.
Mihaylov fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Pjetlic checks it well. #CL#
Mihaylov closes the distance and pushes Pjetlic back into the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mihaylov 's elbow.
Pjetlic misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Pjetlic.
Mihaylov crunches a lovely knee into Pjetlic's ribcage.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Mihaylov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pjetlic's efforts to push away.
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Mihaylov uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov looks for the body kick but Pjetlic saw that one coming.
Pjetlic looks to throw the jab but Mihaylov is out of range.
Pjetlic lands a lovely overhand right.
Mihaylov uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses the shot to the body.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the side of Mihaylov 's head but Mihaylov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mihaylov takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Pjetlic circles away from the clinch attempt.
Mihaylov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Pjetlic looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Pjetlic jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Maro Pjetlic seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL#
and Mihaylov counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Pjetlic throws a punch but it's blocked by Mihaylov .
Mihaylov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pjetlic is defending well for now.
Mihaylov has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Pjetlic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mihaylov scores with a knee to the head.
Mihaylov blocking some punches. #T1#
Pjetlic lands a right hand.
Pjetlic works on Mihaylov 's body with a couple of short punches.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
A knee to the head by Mihaylov .
Pjetlic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mihaylov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mihaylov blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mihaylov connects with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pjetlic has a couple of punches blocked by Mihaylov .
Pjetlic misses with some punches.
Mihaylov landing knees to the body.
Pjetlic is breathing heavily.
Mihaylov landing knees to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mihaylov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Mihaylov lands a nice knee to the body. #T2#
Mihaylov landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Pjetlic tries to work over Mihaylov 's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pjetlic takes a knee right on the jaw!
Mihaylov is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Mihaylov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Pjetlic's face.
Pjetlic takes a knee right on the jaw!
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Pjetlic takes a knee to the side of the body.
Knees to the body from Mihaylov .
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Mihaylov with a knee to the head.
Mihaylov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Pjetlic lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pjetlic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mihaylov lands a good knee to the midsection. Pjetlic won't want to take too many of those.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mihaylov prevents Pjetlic from breaking the clinch.
Pjetlic misses with a body punch.
Mihaylov lands a nice knee to the body.
Pjetlic swings away with an uppercut that misses. #T3#
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Mihaylov blocks an uppercut.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Mihaylov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Pjetlic lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Pjetlic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Mihaylov or not.
Pjetlic misses with the head strike.
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mihaylov tries to land knees in the clinch but Pjetlic avoids the damage to the body.
A hook to the body from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic has a couple of punches blocked by Mihaylov .
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mihaylov 's elbow.
Adrik Mihaylov has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Mihaylov landing knees to the head.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pjetlic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Pjetlic is looking to break free of the clinch but Mihaylov has double underhooks. #BC2#
Pjetlic breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Mihaylov moves out of range of the strikes.
Mihaylov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Mihaylov fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pjetlic is out of range.
Mihaylov tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pjetlic throws a lazy right hand but Mihaylov sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Mihaylov is looking to clinch but Pjetlic is avoiding it.
It seemed like Pjetlic was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Pjetlic throws a body shot but no joy.
Pjetlic lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
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 shot to the body from Pjetlic misses #CL#
and Mihaylov counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Mihaylov .
Mihaylov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pjetlic's efforts to push away.
Pjetlic takes a knee right on the jaw!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Mihaylov connects with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Mihaylov has him pressed against the cage.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Mihaylov is controlling him.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Adrik Mihaylov dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R3#
Pjetlic connects with the punch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mihaylov looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Pjetlic misses with a wild body shot.
A jab from Pjetlic misses.
Pjetlic misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Mihaylov closes the distance and pushes Pjetlic back into the cage.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Pjetlic misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mihaylov landing knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaylov with a knee to the head.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaylov blocks an uppercut.
Mihaylov scores with a knee to the head. #T1#
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #BC2#
Pjetlic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mihaylov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pjetlic manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Mihaylov throws a jab when Pjetlic was well out of range.
Pjetlic misses with a wild body shot.
Pjetlic lands a jab to the nose.
Pjetlic ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Mihaylov moves away.
Pjetlic throws an ugly left hook that misses #CL#
and Mihaylov moves into the clinch.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mihaylov keeps control of Pjetlic as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Mihaylov unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Mihaylov has control.
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mihaylov 's elbow.
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Mihaylov has him pinned against the cage.
Pjetlic is trying to break free.#T2#
Pjetlic swings wildly with an uppercut but Mihaylov uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
Pjetlic tries to break free but Mihaylov pushes him back against the cage.
Mihaylov lands a good knee to the midsection. Pjetlic won't want to take too many of those.
Mihaylov unloads a knee to the mid-section. Pjetlic lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mihaylov using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Mihaylov connects with a nasty looking knee right to Pjetlic's face.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
Pjetlic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pjetlic wants to get back to striking at distance but Mihaylov won't allow it.
Pjetlic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Mihaylov has Pjetlic pressed against the cage, preventing Pjetlic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pjetlic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses. #T3#
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pjetlic avoids it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mihaylov s head.
Mihaylov misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands with a short shot to the head.
Pjetlic lands a nice uppercut.
Pjetlic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Mihaylov has Pjetlic pressed against the cage, preventing Pjetlic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Pjetlic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pjetlic lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pjetlic can't break the clinch.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Mihaylov has control.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov has Pjetlic pressed against the cage, preventing Pjetlic from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4#
Pjetlic is leaning against Mihaylov and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Pjetlic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Good body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands with a left to the head.
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike.
Pjetlic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pjetlic lands a body punch.
A short left from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic digs a right hand underneath Mihaylov 's ribcage. Mihaylov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Pjetlic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Pjetlic tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Mihaylov has him pressed against the cage.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Still in the clinch, Pjetlic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body.
Mihaylov misses with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic pushes Mihaylov back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic can't find room to land a body shot as Mihaylov controls the action.
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Mihaylov keeps him there for the moment.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Maro Pjetlic just about did enough to take it.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Pjetlic looks to land a right hand but Mihaylov moved out of range.
Mihaylov slips a straight right by Pjetlic.
A swing and a miss from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic misses with a jab to the body #CL#
and Mihaylov counters by clinching up.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Pjetlic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Mihaylov prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov scores with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic tries to circle away but Mihaylov has him pinned against the cage.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mihaylov missing with knees to the body.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Mihaylov has control.
Pjetlic is trying to push Mihaylov away but Mihaylov has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Pjetlic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pjetlic doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #T1#
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Pjetlic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Pjetlic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Mihaylov keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Pjetlic's efforts to push away.
Pjetlic misses with a hook to the ribs.
Pjetlic working hard to break the clinch.
Pjetlic misses with a body punch.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Pjetlic lands a hook that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Maro Pjetlic is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head.
Pjetlic can't find room to land a body shot as Mihaylov controls the action.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks with his arms. #T2#
Pjetlic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pjetlic lands with a light punch inside.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks with his arms.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks it.
Pjetlic pushes Mihaylov back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Pjetlic is trying to force a seperation but Mihaylov has the dominant position.
Mihaylov misses with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Pjetlic digs a right hand underneath Mihaylov 's ribcage. Mihaylov let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely. #T3#
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Mihaylov prevents Pjetlic from breaking the clinch.
Pjetlic doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
Pjetlic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A knee to the head by Mihaylov .
Pjetlic tries to break free but Mihaylov pushes him back against the cage.
Pjetlic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Pjetlic presses Mihaylov against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #T4#
Pjetlic has had enough of the clinch but Mihaylov keeps him there for the moment.
Pjetlic struggles to land a body shot inside as Mihaylov controls his hands.
Mihaylov looking to throw knees to the head but Pjetlic is blocking nicely.
Mihaylov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pjetlic is defending well for now.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pjetlic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the head but Pjetlic blocks with his arms.
Mihaylov tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Pjetlic avoiding damage as Mihaylov throws knees to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pjetlic lands with a left to the head.
Mihaylov using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pjetlic has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pjetlic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
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 Adrik Mihaylov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R5#
Pjetlic lands the left hand.
Pjetlic throws a hook but Mihaylov blocks it.
Mihaylov wants to clinch.
Mihaylov on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Mihaylov on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Pjetlic throws a body punch but Mihaylov moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic throws a body punch but Mihaylov moves out of range.
Mihaylov tries to counter by clinching up but Pjetlic breaks away and moves out of range.
Mihaylov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pjetlic throws a hook to the side of Mihaylov 's head but Mihaylov sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pjetlic scores with a body shot. #T1#
Pjetlic scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Mihaylov doesn't seem bothered though. #CL#
Mihaylov has closed the distance and engaged Pjetlic in a clinch.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A knee to the head by Mihaylov . #CUT#It looks like Maro Pjetlic has been cut.
Pjetlic is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Mihaylov lands a knee to the body.
Mihaylov landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Mihaylov lands a good knee to the midsection. Pjetlic won't want to take too many of those.
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
A knee to the head by Mihaylov .
Mihaylov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pjetlic in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
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!
Knees in the clinch landing for Mihaylov .
Pjetlic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mihaylov has him pressed against the cage.
Pjetlic is looking to break free of the clinch but Mihaylov has double underhooks.
Mihaylov throws a knee to the head but misses.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the head.
Mihaylov blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pjetlic avoids it.#T2#
Mihaylov throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Pjetlic blocks it with crossed arms.
Pjetlic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Mihaylov backwards.
Pjetlic is trying to break free.
Pjetlic is trying to break the clinch but Mihaylov has him pressed against the cage.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Mihaylov has control.
Pjetlic tries to throw a body punch but Mihaylov avoids it by throwing Pjetlic back against the cage.
Mihaylov prevents a body shot from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Pjetlic in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Mihaylov blocks it.
Mihaylov lands a knee to the body.
Pjetlic takes a knee to the side of the body.
Mihaylov landing knees to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Mihaylov .
Mihaylov with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Pjetlic wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Mihaylov has him pressed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Pjetlic's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Pjetlic managing to block the knees to the body from Mihaylov .
Mihaylov is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pjetlic is defending well for now.#T3#
Mihaylov misses with a knee to the head.
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Pjetlic wants to break free but Mihaylov has control.
Pjetlic is trying to break free.
Pjetlic wants to break the clinch but can't.
Mihaylov with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mihaylov landing knees to the head.
Pjetlic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mihaylov prevents Pjetlic from breaking the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Pjetlic.
A right hand to the body from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Mihaylov misses with a knee strike.
Pjetlic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pjetlic looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Good body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Pjetlic throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Mihaylov s head.
Pjetlic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Mihaylov .#T4#
Pjetlic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pjetlic managing to block the knees to the body from Mihaylov .
Pjetlic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pjetlic scores with a nice hook to the head.
Pjetlic wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#BC2#
Pjetlic breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pjetlic fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Pjetlic scores with a hook.
Mihaylov keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Pjetlic.
Mihaylov blocks a jab.
Mihaylov is looking to clinch but Pjetlic is avoiding it.
Pjetlic throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Mihaylov wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body. Mihaylov takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Pjetlic misses the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Pjetlic misses the target.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Maro Pjetlic.
I think Pjetlic 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 48:48
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 48:48
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 47:49

The fight is ruled a majority draw!
Adrik Mihaylov 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: Highland 48
Date: May 20, 2021

#R1##CL2#
Show closes the distance and pushes Pjetlic back into the cage.
Pjetlic tries to work over Show's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pjetlic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Show takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Pjetlic can't find room to land a body shot as Show controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Pjetlic as the two fighters clinch.
Show tries a body shot but Pjetlic blocks it.
Show leaning against his opponent.
A right hand to the body from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #CUT#It looks like Koto Show has been cut.
Pjetlic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Pjetlic.
I was talking to Pjetlic's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Show working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Pjetlic is leaning against Show and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Show looks winded!
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body.
Pjetlic tries to break free but Show pushes him back against the cage.
Pjetlic lands a nice shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot in the inside from Pjetlic.
Show has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Pjetlic seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Show can turn it around.
A shot in the inside from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
Pjetlic pushes Show back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pjetlic misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Pjetlic is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pjetlic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short uppercut from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic scores with a shot to the side of Show's head.
Show blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
A right handed body shot lands from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a shot to the body.
Pjetlic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Show.
A right handed body shot lands from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a right hand.
Pjetlic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Pjetlic working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Pjetlic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Show's elbow.
Pjetlic tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Show's elbow.
A short right from Pjetlic. #BC#
Pjetlic pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Show takes one to the chin there.
Pjetlic fakes the body blow, causing Show to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Show goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maro Pjetlic!
Maro Pjetlic decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Highland 39
Date: May 07, 2021

#R1#
Chong moves out of range of the strikes.
Chong gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Pjetlic counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
Chong rushes Pjetlic and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body.
Chong misses with a knee to the head.
Chong has Pjetlic pushed against the cage.
Pjetlic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Chong drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Chong definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Chong wants a takedown but no success here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ching Chong. 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.
Nice body punch from Pjetlic - that landed with a thud.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Pjetlic goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Pjetlic lands with a left to the head.
Pjetlic can't find room to land a body shot as Chong controls the action. #T1#
Good body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic tries a body shot but Chong blocks it.
Pjetlic has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Chong seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Pjetlic can turn it around.
Pjetlic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Chong is trying to stall.
Chong tries for a takedown. No joy.
Chong blocks a body shot from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic scores with a shot to the side of Chong's head.
Chong tries to stall but Pjetlic uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Chong misses with some punches.
Chong tries for a takedown. No joy.
Pjetlic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Chong drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Chong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Chong is breathing heavily.
Still in the clinch, Pjetlic scores with a nice short uppercut.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T2#
Pjetlic lands with a light punch inside. #TD#
Chong gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Pjetlic regains guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pjetlic can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Chong controls the pace.
Chong trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Chong controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Pjetlic working a defensive guard but Chong passes into half guard.
Chong trying to control the pace.
Pjetlic is trying to control but can't.
Chong trying to mount his opponent but Pjetlic defends it.
Pjetlic trying to control here.
Chong wants to pass the guard but Pjetlic 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.
Chong is controlling the pace.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pjetlic. Chong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pjetlic avoids the head kick by Chong. #TD#
Chong throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Pjetlic was covering up waiting for the punch and Chong finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Chong controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Chong slips nicely into half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Maro Pjetlic dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Pjetlic throws a jab but it's blocked by Chong.
Chong misses with a wild body shot.
Pjetlic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Chong misses with a head kick.
A nice side step and Pjetlic releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Chong throws a lazy head kick
and Pjetlic counters with a stiff right hand.
Pjetlic looks to throw the jab but Chong is out of range.
Ching Chong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chong looks for a takedown but Pjetlic sprawls well.
Chong slips a jab from Pjetlic.
Chong bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Chong takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Pjetlic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pjetlic lands a nice hook to Chong's body. Chong takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pjetlic fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Chong looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Pjetlic scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD2#
Pjetlic feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Chong sprawling to the canvas! Chong rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Pjetlic finish him?! #ROC2#Chong is rocked!
Pjetlic connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Chong covering up! Pjetlic comes in with a big uppercut and Chong goes doooown! He's slumped up against the cage, eyes staring blankly into space.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
Our winner, Maro Pjetlic, 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: Highland 29
Date: Apr 23, 2021

#R1#
A slow jab from Decland misses its intended target.
Pjetlic doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Decland throws a lazy uppercut
and Decland takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Matt Decland has been cut.
Pjetlic throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Matt Decland seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Decland throws the left hand but Pjetlic avoids the punch easily.
Decland misses with a straight right.
Pjetlic's jab looks to have found its range, popping Decland under the eye.
Decland lands with a shot to the body.
Decland darts in trying to clinch
and Pjetlic counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Pjetlic stuffs the takedown attempt from Decland. Decland gets slowly back to his feet.
Decland missing with a left hand there. Pjetlic was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Decland falls off balance throwing a combination
and Decland takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Decland swings for the body but Pjetlic moves out of range. #T1#
Pjetlic lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Decland throws out a leg kick but Pjetlic moves out of range and Decland only half commits.
A low kick from Decland misses
and Pjetlic cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#Matt Decland's cut is getting worse.
Pjetlic blocks a jab.
Decland throws a head kick but Pjetlic moves out of range.
Decland throws a body kick that misses
and Pjetlic makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Decland is breathing heavily.
Pjetlic thuds his right hand into Decland's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Decland moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#CUT2#Matt Decland's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Pjetlic scores with a hook to the body. Decland takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Pjetlic scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Pjetlic lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#KD2#
Pjetlic cracks Decland with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Pjetlic has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Decland to stand back up!#ROC2#Decland is rocked!
Decland looks up at the clock. Bad move! Pjetlic lands a right hand from hell, dropping Decland. Pjetlic pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Maro Pjetlic!
Our winner, Maro Pjetlic, 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: Highland 17
Date: Apr 04, 2021

#R1#
Jordan is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Pjetlic.
Jordan scores with a jab to the head.
No joy there for Jordan, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A countering left hand to the body from Pjetlic misses.
Michael Jordan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pjetlic takes a swing at Jordan's ribcage but misses.
Jordan lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Jordan.
Pjetlic has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Pjetlic avoids the body shot from Jordan.
Pjetlic throws out a counter right but Jordan avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Pjetlic rushes Jordan and presses him up against the cage.
Pjetlic digs a right hand underneath Jordan's ribcage. Jordan let out a lung full of air as it connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pjetlic gets through Jordan's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Pjetlic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jordan backwards.
Jordan is looking to break free of the clinch but Pjetlic has double underhooks.
Pjetlic lands a shot to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Pjetlic.
Jordan is breathing heavily.
Pjetlic lands with a left to the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Pjetlic. #T1#
Still in the clinch, Pjetlic scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short left from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a body shot.
Pjetlic lands a body shot.
A hook to the body from Pjetlic.
A left hand lands to the body for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jordan.
Pjetlic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jordan.
A right hook to the body lands for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Pjetlic lands a body punch.
Pjetlic lands a body shot in the clinch.
A short right from Pjetlic. #T2#
Jordan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice left hand lands by Pjetlic.
Pjetlic pushes Jordan back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A right hook to the body lands for Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pjetlic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Jordan's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Pjetlic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A short right from Pjetlic on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands with a short shot to the head.
Pjetlic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Pjetlic lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T3#
Pjetlic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Pjetlic works on Jordan's body with a couple of short punches.
Pjetlic lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Pjetlic presses Jordan against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Pjetlic lands with a left to the head.
Pjetlic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Still in the clinch, Pjetlic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Pjetlic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Pjetlic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
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!
Pjetlic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Pjetlic.
Pjetlic lands with a right to the head.
Pjetlic lands a left hand. #ROC2#Jordan is rocked!
Pjetlic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Oh Jordan is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Pjetlic mutters something to Jordan before pushing him back against the cage. As Jordan comes back towards him, Pjetlic unloads a hook from the very depths of hell that knocks Jordan clean out! Oh. My. God. That is some seriously brutal stuff right there! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Maro Pjetlic!
An out of breath Maro Pjetlic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

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