Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 04, 2023

#R1#
Barkley looks to score with a jab to the body but Backman is just out of range.
Barkley lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Barkley throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Backman on the side of the head.
Barkley thows a left - swing and a miss!
Backman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Backman ducks under a wild hook from Barkley.
Backman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Barkley connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Backman shoots in but Barkley avoids the takedown attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Barkley.
Backman misses with an attempted mid kick. #T1#
Backman throws a wild body kick that Barkley sees coming a mile off.
Barkley looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Backman slips a straight right by Barkley.
Backman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backman.
Barkley was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Backman moves away from the strike by Barkley.
Barkley looks to land a left hand but Backman moved out of range nicely.
Barkley misses with a looping right.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backman.
Backman throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Backman uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barkley.#T2#
A punch combination from Barkley misses.
Backman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Barkley defends it well.
Barkley digs a good hook to Backman's body.
Backman tries to land a body kick
and Backman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Backman defending well as Barkley loads up on a big left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barkley throws an overhand right that lands on Backman's shoulder, as Backman tries to avoid the shot.
Backman tries for a takedown but Barkley circles away easily
enabling Barkley to counter with a crisp jab.
Barkley throws a hook but Backman blocks it.
Barkley is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Barkley misses with a straight right.
Backman staying out of range there.
Backman is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've been told by Barkley's head coaches at Primal Concrete Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Barkley swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T3#
Backman doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Backman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Barkley.
Backman lets loose with a powerful body kick. Barkley will feel that in the morning.
Barkley avoids a kick to the body.
Barkley throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Backman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Barkley on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Backman with a lazy takedown attempt
and Backman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Derrick Barkley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mickey Backman.
A punch combination from Barkley misses.
Barkley takes a swing at Backman's ribcage but misses.
Backman with the counter takedown but Barkley avoids it easily.
Backman throws a push kick but Barkley slaps the foot to one side. #T4#
Barkley scores with a jab to the body.
A swing and a miss from Barkley.
Backman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Barkley defends it well.
Barkley throws a hook but Backman blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Barkley lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Barkley lands a body shot.
Backman looks for the body kick but Barkley saw that one coming.
Barkley jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Backman with the counter takedown but Barkley avoids it easily.
Backman misses with a kick to the body
and Backman takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Backman is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Barkley lands a lovely overhand right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Barkley dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
A head kick by Backman misses
and Barkley counters with a right hand to the body.
Backman uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Barkley.
Barkley blocks a head kick by Backman.
Backman ducks under a wild hook from Barkley.
Backman with the counter takedown but Barkley avoids it easily.
Backman slips a straight right by Barkley.
Backman changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Barkley scores with a jab to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backman.
Barkley throws a hook but Backman avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Barkley has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Barkley avoids a kick to the body.
Backman swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Backman might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Barkley has got the better of the exchanges.#T1#
Backman throws a head kick that misses.
Barkley sizes up Backman with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A nice combination there by Barkley. #CUT#It looks like Mickey Backman has been cut.
Nice body punch from Barkley.
Barkley throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Backman keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Barkley.
Backman throws the kick towards the body but Barkley avoids it.
Backman misses with a head kick.
Barkley scores with a jab to the head.
Barkley rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Backman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T2#
Backman throws a body kick that misses.
Derrick Barkley is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Backman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice shot by Barkley.
Backman misses with a body kick.
Barkley throwing a counter right hand but Backman manages to avoid it.
Barkley misses the shot to the body.
Backman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Backman throws a body kick that misses.
Backman throws a head kick that misses.
Barkley throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Backman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Barkley swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Backman misses with a head kick. #T3#
Barkley connects with the punch.
Barkley throws a series of punches but Backman avoids them all with ease.
Barkley rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Backman moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Barkley looks to score with a jab to the body but Backman is just out of range.
Backman fakes the leg kick and cracks Barkley in the body.
Backman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Backman fakes the leg kick and cracks Barkley in the body.
Backman throws a head kick that misses.
A cross from Barkley lands.
Backman throws a low kick but it's checked well by Barkley.
Barkley is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Backman can do to turn this around?#T4#
Barkley fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barkley paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Barkley cracks Backman with a good jab.
Derrick Barkley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barkley feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Backmans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A big right from Barkley misses.
Backman feints the counter takedown.
Backman throws a lazy body kick
and Barkley connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Backman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Barkley lands a two punch combo. #ROC#Backman is rocked!
Backman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Backman moves away from the strike by Barkley.
Backman feints the counter takedown.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Derrick Barkley dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Mickey Backman's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Barkley lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Backman circles away quickly and effectively.
Barkley scores with a crisp jab that stopped Backman in his tracks.
Backman is still on wobbly legs! Can Barkley finish him?
Derrick Barkley is winning the standup battle so far.
Barkley misses with a two punch combination.
Nice shot lands for Barkley.
Backman thows a leg kick but Barkley checks it
and Barkley counters with a huge left! Backman is in big trouble! He's backing up but Barkley isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Backman from any more damage. A dominating finish by Barkley!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Derrick Barkley!
After winning the bout, Derrick Barkley thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 23, 2023

#R1#
Backman slips a jab and a cross from Ferreira-Alves.
Ferreira-Alves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Backman was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferreira-Alves.
Ferreira-Alves throws a predictable looking body shot #TD#
and Backman counters with a single leg into guard. Ferreira-Alves didn't expect that.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Backman wants to control from the top but Ferreira-Alves keeps moving.
Ferreira-Alves avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Backman preventing the sweep. #SUB#
Backman drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ferreira-Alves manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Backman has Ferreira-Alves in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Backman working for a triangle but Ferreira-Alves defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman trying to control the position. #T1##SUB#
Backman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ferreira-Alves defends well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ferreira-Alves loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Ferreira-Alves is in close to Backman's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ferreira-Alves working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Ferreira-Alves scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ferreira-Alves connects with a couple of short punches.
Ferreira-Alves wants to control from the top but Backman keeps moving.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Ferreira-Alves's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Ferreira-Alves connects with a couple of short punches.
Ferreira-Alves controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ferreira-Alves landing with the ground and pound.
Ferreira-Alves lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Ferreira-Alves scoring with punches to the head and body.
Backman keeping moving, preventing Ferreira-Alves from controlling successfully.
Ferreira-Alves landing with the ground and pound.
Ferreira-Alves with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
My spies in Dillo's Deadly Dojo inform me that Ferreira-Alves has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Ferreira-Alves got a little sloppy there for a moment and Backman has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ferreira-Alves has managed to get both his arms back between Backman's legs - danger averted.
Ferreira-Alves working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Backman's head.
Ferreira-Alves content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Ferreira-Alves has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Ferreira-Alves distracts Backman with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ferreira-Alves makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ferreira-Alves with a nice head shot there.
Ferreira-Alves is in close to Backman's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Ferreira-Alves is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Ferreira-Alves wants to control from the top but Backman keeps moving. #T3#
Ferreira-Alves makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Ferreira-Alves preventing the sweep.
Ferreira-Alves stands up over Backman, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Ferreira-Alves sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Backman's guard.
Backman is staying active underneath Ferreira-Alves, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ferreira-Alves winds up and cracks Backman with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Ferreira-Alves wants to lay and pray for a moment but Backman keeps working.
Nice strikes from Ferreira-Alves there.
Ferreira-Alves trying to pass the guard but Backman defending well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Ferreira-Alves lands a nice short elbow.
Ferreira-Alves trying to mount his opponent but Backman defends it.
Backman wants to get back to full guard but Ferreira-Alves has passed into side control.#T4#
Ferreira-Alves working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Backman is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Backman wants to control but Ferreira-Alves postures up.
Backman takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Backman is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ferreira-Alves's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ferreira-Alves is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Backman is trying to get back to full guard.
Ferreira-Alves slows the pace down in half guard.
Backman wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Ferreira-Alves 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#
Backman throws the kick towards the body but Ferreira-Alves avoids it.
Backman misses with a body kick.
Ferreira-Alves misses the shot to the body.
Backman attempts a counter takedown but Ferreira-Alves avoids it well and moves away.
Ferreira-Alves lands a jab to Backman's midsection.
Ferreira-Alves comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ferreira-Alves connects with a good right hand that stumbles Backman. Backman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ferreira-Alves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Backman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Ferreira-Alves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Backman moves away.
Backman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Ferreira-Alves throws a body punch but Backman moves out of range.
Backman avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ferreira-Alves misses the shot to the body.
Backman attempts a counter takedown but Ferreira-Alves avoids it well and moves away.
Ferreira-Alves scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ferreira-Alves swings for the body but Backman moves out of range.
Backman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Backman misses with a low kick. #T1#
Ferreira-Alves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ferreira-Alves has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Backman takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Ferreira-Alves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Backman manages to avoid it.
Ferreira-Alves lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Ferreira-Alves throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Backman goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
No joy there for Ferreira-Alves, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Backman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A punch combination from Ferreira-Alves misses.
Backman attempts a counter takedown but Ferreira-Alves avoids it well and moves away.
Ferreira-Alves is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Backman rather than just go for the knockout.
Backman shoots for a takedown but Ferreira-Alves saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ferreira-Alves ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ferreira-Alves feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Backmans jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Backman lands a leg kick that knocks Ferreira-Alves off balance momentarily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ferreira-Alves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Backman was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferreira-Alves.
Backman tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T2#
Backman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Backman looks to land a body kick but Ferreira-Alves moved away.
Ferreira-Alves throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Backman stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Felipe Ferreira-Alves seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Backman scores with a spinning back kick!
Ferreira-Alves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Backman manages to avoid it.
Ferreira-Alves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Backman manages to avoid it.
Ferreira-Alves wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Backman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Backman takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ferreira-Alves connects with a good right hand that stumbles Backman. Backman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ferreira-Alves thuds a left hand into Backman's body.
Ferreira-Alves throws a body shot but no joy.
Backman misses with a kick to the body.
Ferreira-Alves ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Backman moves away.#T3#
Ferreira-Alves ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Backman takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Backman throws a half hearted mid kick.
Ferreira-Alves lands a glancing blow to the side of Backman's head.
Backman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ferreira-Alves finds it's way round the side to connect with Backman's head.
Ferreira-Alves jabs at Backman's body.
Backman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Backman looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ferreira-Alves is fending him off so far but Backman persists. Nope, Ferreira-Alves circles away and we're back to standing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferreira-Alves. Backman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferreira-Alves misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Backman.
Ferreira-Alves lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ferreira-Alves looks to score with a jab to the body but Backman is just out of range.
Backman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Ferreira-Alves connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ferreira-Alves takes a swing at Backman's ribcage but misses.
Ferreira-Alves throws a shot to the body.
Ferreira-Alves misses the shot to the body.
Backman attempts a counter takedown but Ferreira-Alves avoids it well and moves away.
Ferreira-Alves jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Backman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ferreira-Alves lands a glancing blow to the side of Backman's head.
An inside leg kick lands from Ferreira-Alves.
Backman blocks a leg kick.
Ferreira-Alves scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Ferreira-Alves jabs Backman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ferreira-Alves lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Backman throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ferreira-Alves's waist but Ferreira-Alves gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Backman off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mickey Backman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Backman lands a front kick.
Ferreira-Alves fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Backman manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Felipe Ferreira-Alves 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#
Ferreira-Alves lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Backman at a distance.
Ferreira-Alves tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Backman was well out of range. Poor timing from Ferreira-Alves.
Backman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ferreira-Alves cracks Backman with an open hand slap.
Backman takes one on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ferreira-Alves. Backman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ferreira-Alves moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#ROC2#Backman is rocked!
Ferreira-Alves throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Backman on the side of the head.
Oh Backman is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Felipe Ferreira-Alves seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Backman throws a sloppy head kick and Ferreira-Alves moves out of range easily.
Ferreira-Alves jabs Backman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ferreira-Alves lands a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ferreira-Alves connects with a nice cross there... Backman is looking wobbly and Ferreira-Alves recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Backman to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Ferreira-Alves jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Felipe Ferreira-Alves!
Felipe Ferreira-Alves thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 17, 2023

#R1#
Backman stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Backman wants it to stay on the feet.
Patrick is looking to clinch but Backman is avoiding it.
Backman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Patrick avoids a kick to the body.
Backman connects with an inside leg kick.
Patrick wants to clinch.
Patrick moves in looking to clinch but Backman pushes him off.
Patrick changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Backman tries to avoid it but Patrick manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Backman to the ground. Backman escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Patrick shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Backman counters with an outside leg kick.
Mickey Backman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Daniel Patrick.
Backman throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #CUT#It looks like Daniel Patrick has been cut.
Patrick has a takedown stuffed.#T1#
A nice leg kick lands there from Backman.
Backman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Patrick misses with a wild combination.
Patrick takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Patrick fails with a takedown attempt.
Backman throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand. #T2#
Backman thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Patrick if he has to take too many more of those.
A low kick lands for Backman.
Backman scores with a nice body kick.
Patrick looks winded!#KD#
Backman lands a big head kick that sends Patrick tumbling to the mat! Backman takes a step backwards and waves Patrick back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Patrick is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Backman moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Patrick is still on wobbly legs! Can Backman finish him?
Patrick throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Backman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Patrick is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Backman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Backman drops an elbow to the side of Patrick's head.
Backman uses his free foot to push down on Patrick's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Patrick.
Backman controlling the position easily from mount.
Backman lands a big shot to the head and Patrick winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Mickey Backman!
An out of breath and clearly excited Mickey Backman thanked Barry Bonds Performance Enhancers -160Q for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
Daniel Patrick was interviewed post fight and said 'I'd like to contribute my loss to my crack dealer, the casino hall by my house I go toinstead of training and that crackhead homeless girl that does dirty things to me for crack rocks. I Love you, Bridget!'.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 04, 2023

#R1#
Belmond's corner calls for a 1-2. Belmond obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Belmond takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Belmond looks to land a left hand but Backman moved out of range nicely.
Backman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Backman throws a body kick that misses.
Itziar Belmond seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Belmond throws a hook but Backman blocks it.
Backman takes one to the side of the head.
Belmond tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Backman was well out of range. Poor timing from Belmond.
Backman ducks right into an uppercut from Belmond.
Belmond throws a looping overhand right but Backman ducks down to avoid it.
Backman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Belmond.
Backman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Belmond looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A low kick from Belmond is predictable there #TD2#
and Backman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Belmond wants to stand back up but Backman manages to pass into side control.
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!
Backman tries to advance to mount but can't. #T1#
Belmond managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Backman. #SUB2#
Backman tries for a kimura but Belmond is defending well.
An elbow from Backman crashes against the mat.
Backman postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Belmond wants to control but Backman postures up.
Backman scores with punches from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backman is looking to take a break and control but Belmond is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Belmond regains half guard.#T2#
Belmond trying to hold on to Backman's head to control him but Backman postures up.
Backman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Backman wants to control but Belmond is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Backman is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Belmond wants to get back to full guard.
Belmond wants to control but Backman is keeping busy.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Backman is trying to control the action in half guard but Belmond is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Belmond tries to roll over but Backman keeps him under control.
Backman passes to side control. #T3#
Backman trying to control the position but Belmond is working away.
Belmond is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Backman trying to control the action but Belmond is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
A lull in the action here as Backman stalls from top position.
Backman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Belmond tries to bench press Backman off him but Backman keeps the position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Belmond defending against the ground and pound.
Backman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Backman swings around for an armbar but Belmond sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Backman's guard.
Backman wants to sweep here but Belmond controlling him for the moment.
Belmond wants to control from the top but Backman keeps moving.
Belmond controlling from the top position.
Backman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Belmond gets back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Mickey Backman will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Backman thuds his shin into the meat of Belmond's side.
Backman shoots in but no luck this time.
Belmond lands with a kick to the ribs.
Backman throws a body kick that misses.
Belmond scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Belmond wants to clinch.
Belmond misses with a low kick as Backman jumps back.
Backman feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman ducks under a wild hook from Belmond.
Belmond tries to clinch there but Backman circles away.
Itziar Belmond is winning the standup battle so far.
Belmond misses with an uppercut. Backman saw that one coming.
Belmond fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Backman is out of range. #T1#
Backman tries a head kick but it misses.
Belmond misses with an uppercut.
Nice body kick there by Backman.
Belmond throws a hook but Backman blocks it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Backman lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Belmond has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Belmond and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Backman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL#
Belmond drives through and clinches with Backman against the cage.
Backman blocks an elbow strike from Belmond.
Backman is trying to pull guard but Belmond has him pressed against the cage.
Backman being controlled against the cage.
Belmond has Backman pressed against the cage, preventing Backman from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Belmond is looking to control Backman's arms but Backman gets an underhook and turns him. Now Belmond has his back to the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Belmond.
Belmond pushes Backman back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Belmond keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Backman's efforts to push away.
Backman managing to block the knees to the body from Belmond.
Backman takes an elbow to the forehead. #BC2#
Backman breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Backman needs to keep his hands up - Belmond had a free shot at his head there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A chopping leg kick lands by Belmond.
Backman throws a low kick, looking for Belmond's leg but Belmond calmly moves out of range.
Backman walks into a straight right hand from Belmond.
Belmond throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Backman displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Belmond throws out the jab.
Belmond throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Backman tried to score with a low kick but Belmond checks it.
Belmond tries to land a front kick but Backman steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Backman misses with an attempted mid kick. #T3#
Belmond throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD2#
and Backman counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Backman loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Backman is looking to pass into half guard but Belmond pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Belmond is in guard.#REVR#
Backman trying to keep a closed guard but Belmond is proving a slippery customer.
Backman wants to hit a sweep here but Belmond passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Backman there!
Backman manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Belmond is looking to take a break and control but Backman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Backman is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Backman is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Backman keeps trying to improve his position.
Backman trying to hold on to Belmond's head to control him but Belmond postures up.
Belmond takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Itziar Belmond dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Backman is looking to score with low kicks.
Belmond scores with a nice head shot.
Belmond throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Backman's head.
Backman ducks under a wild hook from Belmond.
Belmond tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Backman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Backman has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Belmond finds it's way round the side to connect with Backman's head.
Belmond misses with a body kick.
Belmond looks to land a right hand but Backman moved out of range.
Belmond lands a nice leg kick that just misses Backman's sensitive parts.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Belmond connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Belmond throws out a powerful jab.
Backman with the inside leg kick.
Belmond misses with a straight right.
Backman is looking to score with low kicks.#T1#
Belmond fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Backman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Belmond is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Backman can do to turn this around?
Belmond connects with a jab.
Backman shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Backman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Belmond throws a body shot but no joy.
Belmond throws an overhand right that lands on Backman's shoulder, as Backman tries to avoid the shot.
Belmond takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Belmond swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by Belmond. That's going to slow Backman down.
Belmond checks a leg kick.
Itziar Belmond is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Backman tries to land a leg kick but Belmond saw it coming and moves away.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Belmond.
A cross from Belmond lands.#T2#
Backman slips under a jab.
Backman throws a leg kick but Belmond checks it.
Belmond throws out a loose jab but Backman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Backman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Belmond misses with a hook. Backman ducked under it nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Backman chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Belmond can pounce on him.
Belmond throws a leg kick that misses.
Belmond fails with an attempt to clinch.
Backman checks a leg kick.
Backman drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Belmond defends it well.
Belmond fails with an attempt to clinch.
Belmond misses with an uppercut. Backman saw that one coming.
Backman has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Belmond.
Belmond moves in looking to clinch but Backman pushes him off.#T3#
Backman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Belmond throws a jab but it's blocked by Backman.
Belmond misses with a left hand
and Backman counters with a good low kick that Belmond was not able to check.
Belmond throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Belmond lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Backman circles away quickly and effectively.
A low kick from Belmond misses #TD2#
and Backman counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Backman trying to mount his opponent but Belmond defends it.
Belmond is doing well to control the position and prevent Backman from advancing to side control.
Backman trying to mount his opponent but Belmond defends it.
Backman works his way into side control. #T4#
Backman advances to full mount.
Backman avoids the attempt from Belmond to control.
Backman controlling from mount.
Belmond tries to hold on but Backman postures up.#SUB2#
Backman looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Backman looking to control but Belmond is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.

And that's the end of the fight!
Itziar Belmond showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Belmond 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Itziar Belmond!
Our winner, Itziar Belmond, 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 29, 2023

#R1#
Both fighters circling a little - Backman finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Sukarman looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
A chopping leg kick lands by Backman.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sukarman looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Backman.
Sukarman takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sukarman with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Backman counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Sukarman on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Sukarman tries to get out of the position.
Backman takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Backman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sukarman is bucking up trying to escape but Backman cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Backman wants to control the pace but Sukarman is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Backman working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Sukarman looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Backman! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Barry Bonds Performance Enhancers -160Q for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Sutarjo Sukarman spoke after the fight, saying 'Next i'll win'.

Event: GC 482: Rahl VS Takahashi
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Backman defending well as Sailcirc loads up on a big left hand.
Backman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sailcirc to score with a decent uppercut.
A jab lands there for Sailcirc.
Sailcirc changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Backman tries a head kick but it misses.
Sailcirc shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Backman but Backman pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Backman takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Sailcirc just misses with a punch to the body.
Backman ducks under a wild hook from Sailcirc.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sailcirc. Backman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sailcirc lands a right hook to the body.
Backman tries for a takedown but Sailcirc sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Sailcirc fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Backman manages to avoid it.
Backman throws a half hearted mid kick.#T1##TD2#
Sailcirc closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Backman quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Sailcirc wants to work for an arm triangle but Backman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Backman is trying to control but can't.
Backman is looking to improve his position.
Backman is working hard here to advance position.
Backman moves into full guard.
Sailcirc trying to control the position from guard on top but Backman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sailcirc stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Backman swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sailcirc trying to control the position from guard on top but Backman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Sailcirc postures up.
Sailcirc tries to free his leg and advance position but Backman is retaining full guard.
Backman is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Sailcirc working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Sailcirc trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backman wants to sweep here but Sailcirc controlling him for the moment.
Sailcirc wants to pass the guard but Backman is keeping the position.
Sailcirc is looking to pass into half guard but Backman pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Backman is in guard.#REVR#
Backman wants to pass the guard but Sailcirc is keeping the position.#T3#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Backman stopping the sweep attempt from Sailcirc.
Backman is looking to work some ground and pound but Sailcirc has wrist control.
Backman throwing strikes from guard but Sailcirc blocks nicely.
Sailcirc wants to sweep but no luck.
Backman trying to control but Sailcirc is working from the bottom.
Sailcirc is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Backman preventing the sweep.
Backman throwing strikes but missing.
Backman wants to pass the guard but Sailcirc is keeping the position.
Sailcirc trying to control the position here.
Sailcirc is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Backman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sailcirc's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sailcirc is staying active underneath Backman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sailcirc controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Sailcirc wants to control but Backman is keeping busy.
Sailcirc is not content to let Backman control the position.
Backman is really struggling to control Sailcirc but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Sailcirc is looking to improve his position.
Backman is looking to advance position but Sailcirc won't allow it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sailcirc keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Backman seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Torcadall Sailcirc dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Sailcirc checks a leg kick nicely.
Backman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Backman takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sailcirc looks to score with a jab to the body but Backman is just out of range.
Backman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sailcirc tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Backman fakes the leg kick and cracks Sailcirc in the body.
Good work by Sailcirc as he checks the leg kick.
Backman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Backman shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Sailcirc lands with a hook. Backman tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nice uppercut lands for Sailcirc. That snapped Backman's head back.
Torcadall Sailcirc seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sailcirc jabs Backman to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Torcadall Sailcirc seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD2#
Sailcirc manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Backman on his heels. He'll look to pass Backman's guard now, I'm sure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Backman keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully.
Sailcirc not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Backman keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully.
Sailcirc looking to sit in guard and control but Backman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Backman is fighting to break Sailcirc's control of his arms but Sailcirc is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sailcirc is on top in guard. #REVB#
Backman trying to control the position.
Backman keeping moving, preventing Sailcirc from controlling successfully.
Backman trying to keep a closed guard but Sailcirc is proving a slippery customer.
Sailcirc slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#T2#
Backman is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sailcirc prevents Backman from improving his position.
Backman moves into full guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sailcirc trying to control the position from guard on top but Backman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Backman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sailcirc trying to control but Backman is working from the bottom.
Sailcirc content to stall in guard here.
Sailcirc passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Backman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sailcirc trying to control the position but Backman is working away. #SUB2#
Sailcirc is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Backman knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Sailcirc tries for a kimura but Backman is defending well. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Sailcirc has an Americana. Backman didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Sailcirc is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Sailcirc hooks up with any of them at the after show party.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Torcadall Sailcirc!
A very excited looking Torcadall Sailcirc 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: GC 480: Fritz VS Shakes
Date: Feb 25, 2023

#R1#
Kujawski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Backman moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Backman is looking to chop away at Kujawski's legs.
Kujawski connects with a looping right hand.
Backman ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Backman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kujawski.
Kujawski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slow jab from Kujawski misses its intended target.
Kujawski throws an off balance right hand
and Backman counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
A head kick misses from Backman.
Kujawski is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Backman with a body shot.
Kujawski keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
A punch lands to the side of Backman 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Kujawski scores with a nice head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A lazy left from Kujawski finds it's target.
Kujawski throws out a loose jab but Backman uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kujawski throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
and Backman decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kujawski's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2#
Kujawski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Backman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Backman is working Kujawski over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T1#
Backman trying to control but Kujawski is working from the bottom.
Kujawski is trying to control the position but Backman postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backman wants to control from the top but Kujawski keeps moving.
Kujawski trying to control the position.
Backman trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Kujawski escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Backman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Backman slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kujawski tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kujawski is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Backman off and has taken his back!#T2##SUB2#
Kujawski patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Backman fending off the submission attempt from Kujawski.
Kujawski keeps control of the position as Backman tries to break free.
Backman is working hard here to advance position.
Backman tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Backman is squirming around, avoiding Kujawski's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Kujawski working for a guillotine from mount but Backman is in no mood to give up.
Kujawski prevents Backman from getting the reversal.#T3#
Kujawski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Backman is looking to escape.
Backman is looking to get to half guard.
Kujawski wants to control the pace but Backman is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Kujawski is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Backman can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning. #SUB2#
Kujawski looking for a guillotine from mount but Backman is having none of it.
Backman is working to get back to half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Kujawski swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Backman is now in Kujawski's guard. A big mistake from Kujawski there, giving up the dominant position!
Backman won't allow Kujawski to sweep him here.
Backman chips away with some ground and pound.
Backman wants to pass the guard but Kujawski is keeping the position.
Backman trying to control but Kujawski is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kujawski has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Backman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Backman trying to control but Kujawski is working from the bottom.
Backman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Backman stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kujawski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kujawski keeping moving, preventing Backman from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Veigar Kujawski dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Kujawski shoots in looking for a takedown but Backman manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kujawski's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Nice jab there from Kujawski.
Kujawski connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #TD2#
Kujawski scores with a takedown into Backman's guard.
Kujawski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Backman keeping moving, preventing Kujawski from controlling successfully.
Kujawski stopping the sweep attempt from Backman.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman looking to control.
Kujawski stands and throws Backman's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Kujawski advances nicely into full mount.
Backman can't escape the position. #SUB2#
Backman defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Kujawski. #SUB2#
Kujawski is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Kujawski extends the arm and Backman is forced to tap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Veigar Kujawski!

Event: GC 474: Sadaval VS Saunders
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1#
Backman defending well as Kujawski loads up on a big left hand.
Backman appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Backman ducks under a wild hook from Kujawski.
Kujawski fails with the takedown.
Kujawski waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Backman.
Kujawski shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Backman pinned against the cage. Backman gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kujawski scores with a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kujawski's corner calls for a 1-2. Kujawski obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kujawski pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backman.
Kujawski takes a swing at Backman's ribcage but misses.
Backman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A combination from Kujawski does no damage. #T1#
Kujawski's corner calls for a 1-2. Kujawski obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Kujawski connects with a body shot that sends Backman's belly button to the back.
Backman on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Kujawski bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Backman's head backwards.
Backman throws a low kick but Kujawski avoids it.
Kujawski blocks a head kick by Backman.
Kujawski misses with a shot to the body #TD#
and Backman counters with a single leg into guard. Kujawski didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Kujawski has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Backman can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Kujawski is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Backman defends well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Backman looking to pass the guard.
Backman has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T2#
Backman wants to control from the top but Kujawski keeps moving.
Backman throws an elbow that misses. Kujawski uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Backman's guard. Nice move by Kujawski!#REVB#
Backman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kujawski tries to free his leg and advance position but Backman is retaining full guard.
Backman tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Kujawski is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Kujawski sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Backman's guard. #T3#
Backman controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kujawski is looking to take a break and control but Backman is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kujawski seems to be working for a kimura but Backman defends the submission attempt.
Backman gets full guard.
Backman looking for a sweep. Not yet Backman, not yet.
Kujawski looking to pass the guard.
Backman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kujawski trying to move into half guard but instead Backman has managed to sweep!#REVR##T4##SUB2#
Kujawski looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Backman is in close to Kujawski's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB2#
Kujawski had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Backman defends it easily.
Backman slips nicely into half guard.
Kujawski is looking for a sweep. Backman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Backman wants to pass to mount but Kujawski is defending the position.
Kujawski slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Kujawski is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Backman passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Backman is looking to take a break and control but Kujawski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Veigar Kujawski dominated that round.
That's time! Backman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
No joy there for Kujawski, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kujawski smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kujawski misses with a wild body shot. #TD2#
Kujawski scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB2#
Kujawski is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Kujawski is trying to work for a kimura but Backman is defending well. #SUB2#
Kujawski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kujawski is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Backman wants to improve his position but Kujawski is controlling well.
Kujawski has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Kujawski is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Kujawski wants to work for an arm triangle but Backman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Kujawski has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Backman defend it? Kujawski steps over the head and cranks it - Backman is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Kujawski!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Veigar Kujawski!

Event: GC 472: Rahl VS Jones
Date: Dec 31, 2022

#R1#
Morino bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Backman's head.
Backman misses with a body kick.
Backman throws a body kick that misses.
Morino swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Backman.
Morino doesn't manage to clinch there - Backman circles away.
Backman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Morino tries to clinch up.
Morino scores with a decent looking hook.
Morino lunges at Backman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Backman's hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morino blocks the body kick.
Morino scores with a sloppy right hand. Backman should have avoided that one.
Backman scores with a spinning back kick!
Backman on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
Backman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Backman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Morino works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Morino checks a leg kick nicely.
Backman is looking to land body kicks.
Morino throws a series of punches but Backman moves out of range.
Morino lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Morino misses with a wild combination.
Morino really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Morino moves out of range of the body kick.
Morino clobbers Backman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T2#
Backman on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Morino is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL#
Morino clinches up against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Backman tries a knee to the head but he's missed. #BC#
Morino manages to break the clinch.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Morino.
Morino scores with a body shot.
Backman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL#
Morino has Backman up against the cage in a clinch.
Morino lands a shoulder strike. #BC2#
Backman breaks from the clinch.
Morino digs a good hook to Backman's body.
Morino moves out of range as Backman throws a body kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Morino.#T3#
Morino throws a hook but Backman blocks it.
Morino fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Backman tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Backman connects with an inside leg kick.
Morino lands with an uppercut that bounces Backman off the cage and back into range.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Backman - that will leave a mark!
An inside leg kick from Backman misses.
Morino was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Morino throws out a powerful jab.
Morino works the jab nicely.
Backman misses with a body kick. #T4#
Backman fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Morino is out of range.
Backman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Morino swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Backman is looking to slow Morino down with leg kicks.
Morino thuds a left hand into Backman's body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Backman throws a head kick that misses.
A bone on bone clash there as Morino blocks the leg kick.
Morino is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Backman throws a leg kick that is checked
and Morino counters with a stiff right hand.
Backman slips under a jab.
And Backman tries to counter it with a takedown but Morino pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Morino avoids the head kick by Backman.
Backman swats away the attempt to clinch by Morino.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Morino dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Backman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Morino avoids a kick to the body.
Morino moves in looking to clinch but Backman pushes him off.
Morino lands a jab to the head.
Backman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Morino scores with a hook.
Backman throws out a leg kick but Morino moves out of range and Backman only half commits.
Backman throws a push kick but Morino slaps the foot to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morino with a nice cross.
Bobby Morino is winning the standup battle so far.
Morino is looking to clinch but Backman is avoiding it.
Backman with the counter takedown but Morino avoids it easily.
Morino scores with a nice strike.
Morino lands with a cross. #T1#
Morino tries to clinch but Backman moves out of range.
Morino checks a leg kick.
Morino misses with the combination.
We've been told by Morino's head coaches at Chuckles Strenght and Conditioning that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A jab lands there for Morino.
Backman has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#CL#
Morino moves into range and clinches up with Backman.
Backman goes for a takedown in the clinch but Morino prevents it.
Morino lands a right hand.
Morino has a couple of punches blocked by Backman.
Backman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Morino avoids it.
Morino lands with a left to the head. #T2#
Backman misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Morino.
Backman trying to land knees to the body.
Morino lands with a right to the head.
Backman tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Morino avoids it.
Backman tries to break free but Morino pushes him back against the cage.
Backman takes a shot to the head.
Backman is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Morino is defending well for now.
Morino is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Backman can do to turn this around?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Morino is working Backman over against the cage.
Backman is breathing heavily.
Morino throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Backmans head. #BC#
Morino escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Morino is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Backman walks into a left hand.
Morino dips to his left and cracks Backman with an uppercut!
A lazy body kick from Backman
and Morino counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Morino fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bobby Morino is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Morino slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Morino with a jab.#T3#
Backman looks to throw a body kick
and Morino counters with a straight right hand.
Morino connects with a right hand. Backman shakes it off.
Backman tries to land a body kick
and Morino counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#Backman is rocked!#CL#
Morino moves into the clinch.
Backman drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Morino gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Morino lands a right hand.
Morino lands a left hand. #BC2#
Backman breaks the clinch.
Backman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Backman is still on wobbly legs! Can Morino finish him?
Morino connects with a right hand. Backman shakes it off.
Morino wants to clinch.
Backman tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morino throws a shot to the body.
Backman seems to have recovered his senses.
Morino tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Backman paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Decent striking displayed by Morino there.
Nice uppercut there from Morino.
Morino misses with the combination.
Morino swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Backman.
Backman throws a lazy head kick
and Morino counters with a left to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Morino dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Morino displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Backman gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Morino counters with a one-two to the body.
Morino is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#CL#
Backman gets tackled into the cage by Morino. Morino maintains the clinch.
Morino lands a hook that snaps the head of Backman backwards.
Morino lands a shot to the body.#BC#
Morino breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Donk. Morino catches Backman right on the button with a cross.
Morino is looking to clinch but Backman is avoiding it.
Morino throws a series of punches but Backman avoids them all with ease.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Morino gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Backman leaning his opponent against the cage.#BC#
Morino pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Backman avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A head kick by Backman misses
and Morino counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Morino clinches up with Backman and pushes him back against the cage.
Morino blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Backman misses with some punches.
Morino misses with a body punch.
Morino scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Morino makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Morino throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Backman tries to land knees in the clinch but Morino avoids the damage to the body. #BC#
Morino breaks the clinch.
Morino tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Backman manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Backman takes a jab right on the kisser.
Morino cracks Backman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Backman misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mickey Backman has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Morino is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice cross by Morino.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Backman lands a nice leg kick that just misses Morino's sensitive parts.
Morino lands with a nice combination. Backman backs away looking to recover.
Backman misses with a kick to the body
and Morino counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Backman circles away from the clinch attempt.
Bobby Morino seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Morino thuds a left hand into Backman's body.
Backman drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T3#
Backman looks to land a body kick but Morino moved away.
Backman with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Morino to score with a decent uppercut.
Morino tries to clinch up but Backman circles away and keeps his distance.
Backman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A little feinted left hand from Morino on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Backman gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Morino counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Backman swats away the attempt to clinch by Morino.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Morino.
Morino wants to clinch.#T4#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backman.
Backman throws a body kick that misses
and Morino cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Morino avoids the head kick by Backman.
Morino connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Nice straight punches there by Morino. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Morino.
Morino wants to clinch.
Bobby Morino is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
A left lands for Morino.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Morino showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Morino has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Morino!

Event: GC 467: Doomsday VS Stardust
Date: Nov 26, 2022

#R1#
Backman walks into a jab.
Morino throws a one two combo.
Backman throws a lazy body kick
and Morino cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A jab from Morino misses.
Morino avoids the head kick by Backman.
Donk. Morino catches Backman right on the button with a cross.
Backman tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Left hook, right uppercut from Morino.
A head kick by Backman misses
and Morino counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
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!
Backman thows a leg kick but Morino checks it
and Morino counters with a nice uppercut.
Morino cracks Backman with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Backman moves out of range of the strikes.
Backman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Morino checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL2#
Morino fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Backman, pushing him back against the cage.
Morino scores with a shot to the side of Backman's head.
Morino lands an uppercut.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Morino lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Morino lands a shoulder strike.
Morino takes a knee right on the jaw!
Backman missing with knees to the body.
Morino wants to stall.
Morino blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Backman misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Morino. #BC2#
Morino pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Backman takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Backman misses with a head kick.
Morino looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Backman tries to work over Morino's front leg with a kick but Morino checks it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Morino. Backman does a little dance to reset his feet.
Backman changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Backman misses with the body kick
and Morino counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Backman thinking.
Backman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Backman gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Morino counters with a stiff right hand.
Morino lands a jab to the head.
Backman shoots and misses
and Morino connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Backman throws a head kick that misses
enabling Morino to counter with a crisp jab.
Backman needs to keep his hands up - Morino had a free shot at his head there.
Morino cracks Backman with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T3#
Backman gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Backman throws a leg kick that is checked
and Morino counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Morino tries to clinch up.
Backman feinted with a counter takedown.
Backman throws a sloppy head kick and Morino moves out of range easily.
Despite the aggression on Morino's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Morino might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Backman misses with a takedown attempt
and Morino counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Morino is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Morino feints a jab promting Backman to slip. Morino then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Backman slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Morino scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
A low kick from Backman misses
and Morino counters with a quick right hand to 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!
Backman throws a half hearted mid kick.
Morino is working the combinations to good effect here.#T4#
Morino is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Backman.
Backman drops his hands momentarily and Morino takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Backman looks to land a body kick but Morino moved away.
Backman pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Backman misses with the body kick
and Morino counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A chopping leg kick lands by Backman.
Morino slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Backman thows a body kick. Morino tries to catch it but that hurt him.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backman.
Morino throws an overhand right that lands on Backman's shoulder, as Backman tries to avoid the shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Bobby Morino dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Morino connects with a looping right hand. #CL2#
Morino clinches up against the cage.
Morino lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC2#
Morino manages to break the clinch.
Backman shoots in looking for a takedown but Morino manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Backman's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Morino misses with a looping right.
Backman throws a head kick that misses. #TD#
Backman closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Morino is trying to control Backman's posture but Backman avoids it.
Morino has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Backman in the domination position with Morino hanging on.
Morino sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Morino is looking to improve his position. #T1#
Backman is looking to advance position but Morino won't allow it.
Morino wants to get back to full guard.
Backman works his way into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morino sneaks back into half guard.
Morino really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Backman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Morino has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Backman is working away from the top position though.
Backman trying to mount his opponent but Morino defends it.
Backman passes to side control.
Morino can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Backman scores with a couple of short elbows.
Backman working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Backman trying to control the action but Morino is working from the bottom.
Backman is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Morino's shoulder. That is not cool.
The ground and pound from Backman seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Morino 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.
What's Morino going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Morino is not content to let Backman control the position.
Morino is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Morino is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Backman trying to control the action but Morino is working from the bottom.
Backman has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Backman looking to finish Morino with some ground and pound. This is bad for Morino!
Morino is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Backman looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here. #SUB#
Backman looking for a guillotine from mount but Morino is having none of it.
Backman punishing his opponent with strikes.
Backman trying to control but Morino is having none of it.
Backman 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.#T4#
Morino tries to hold on but Backman postures up.
Backman trying to control but Morino is having none of it.
Backman looking to finish with strikes here!
Backman with good strikes from the mount here!
Backman controlling from the full mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Morino tries to lock up and control but Backman gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Backman scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Morino really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mickey Backman dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Backman blocks a jab.
Morino avoids the head kick by Backman.
Backman shoots in but no luck this time.
Backman throws a sloppy head kick
and Morino counters with a stiff right hand.
An inside leg kick from Backman misses.
Backman misses with a takedown
and Morino counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morino smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The fighters circle momentarily. Morino darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Morino has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Backman gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Morino.#T1#
Morino connects with a good right hand that stumbles Backman. Backman circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Morino bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Backman's head.
Backman looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Backman throws a head kick that misses.
Backman bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Morino avoids the head kick by Backman.
A little jabbing left from Morino on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Backman throws a leg kick that is checked
and Morino counters with a two punch combo.
Backman uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Morino.
Morino slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Backman takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bobby Morino seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Morino blocks a low kick nicely.#T2#
Morino lunges at Backman with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Backman's hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Backman tries to land a body kick
and Morino cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Morino misses with a series of wild punches.
Backman throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Morino wants to counter with a clinch but Backman pushes him away.
Morino scores with a crisp jab that stopped Backman in his tracks.
Bobby Morino is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Backman throws a wild body kick that Morino sees coming a mile off.
Morino throws out a counter right but Backman avoids it with no problem.
Backman steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Morino.
A lazy body kick from Backman
and Morino cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Backman or perhaps it was just good defense by Morino, which made it look bad.
A countering left hand to the body from Morino misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mickey Backman. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Backman slips a jab from Morino.
Backman takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Morino clobbers Backman with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Backman misses with a low kick.
Backman throws a leg kick that is checked
and Morino connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Morino is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Backman drops his hands momentarily and Morino takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T4#
Morino jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Morino avoids a kick to the body.
Backman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Morino moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Morino misses the target.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Backman. Morino shrugs it off though.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Morino pushes Backman up against the cage in a clinch.
Morino avoiding damage.
Backman stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Morino lands a left hand.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Morino!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 13, 2022

#R1#
McGee shoots for a double leg takedown but Backman sprawls well. He's pushed McGee's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Mitch McGee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
McGee misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
McGee misses with a double jab
and Backman counters with a good low kick that McGee was not able to check.
McGee really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
McGee throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Backman's waist but Backman gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing McGee off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mitch McGee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
McGee misses with a double jab.
McGee misses with a double jab #TD2#
and Backman counters with a single leg into guard. McGee didn't expect that.
Backman passes into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
Backman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so McGee is just riding it out for now. Backman eventually gives up the hold.
McGee knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Backman on the ground.
Backman keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T1#
McGee is trying to stand up here but Backman is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Backman is looking for a kimura but McGee is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Backman to get the leverage.
Backman scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
McGee is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Backman scores with a couple of nice shots.
Backman content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Backman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Backman takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Backman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Backman is landing with some decent strikes but McGee is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T2#
Backman looking to control and managing it successfully.
Backman fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Backman landing shots from mount.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Backman tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Backman looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Backman trying to control but McGee is having none of it. #SUB2#
Backman is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! McGee is forced to tap! Great finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman made sure to mention his sponsor, Barry Bonds Performance Enhancers -160Q in his post fight interview.

Event: Bellicose - Bors vs Dash
Date: Mar 12, 2022

#R1#
Sojka swinging wildly here.
Albert Sojka seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Backman tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sojka fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Backman on the side of the head.
Sojka moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Backman slips under a jab.
Backman fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Sojka checks it well.
Backman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Backman delivers a nice body kick.
Backman needs to keep his hands up - Sojka had a free shot at his head there.
Sojka throws a right hand that misses #TD#
and Backman counters with a shoot takedown. Sojka fights it but they end up in guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Backman landing some decent shots from guard.
Sojka keeping moving, preventing Backman from controlling successfully.
Backman stands and throws Sojka's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Backman in side control lands a decent elbow. #T1##SUB#
Backman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sojka is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sojka can do anything to dispel that myth.
Backman lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Sojka down.
We've been hearing good reports from Backman'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.
Backman postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Backman creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#SUB#
Backman is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sojka is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Backman wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sojka keeps working. #SUB#
Backman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2#
Backman advances to full mount.
Backman 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.
Backman tries to control but Sojka wriggling away.
Sojka's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up.
Sojka really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Backman. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Backman lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Sojka looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Backman dominating with strikes here.
Backman lands a couple of good shots and Sojka has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Backman struggling to keep hold of the position.
Sojka is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #T3#
Backman tries to get the hooks in deep but Sojka pushed the leg off.
Backman lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Sojka hold on?!
Backman lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Sojka hold on?!
Sojka prevents Backman from getting a body triangle.
Backman is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Sojka is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Backman connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Sojka to escape the position.
Sojka looking very determined here, making life difficult for Backman.
Backman landing with strikes. #ROC#Sojka is rocked!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Backman has managed to slip his arm under Sojka's chin. This could be all over... yep, Sojka is tapping out! Submission win for Backman.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Barry Bonds Performance Enhancers $120 3 160Q, into his post fight interview.

Event: Bellicose - Backman vs Matthew
Date: Jan 29, 2022

#R1#
A low kick lands for Backman.
Matthews scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#TD#
Backman drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Backman trying to control the position but Matthews is working away.
Matthews is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Backman off and has taken his back!
Backman tries to escape the position. #SUB2#
Matthews is looking for the choke from the back position but Backman is controlling his hands well.
My spies in LET Gym inform me that Matthews has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matthews is trying to stick to Backman's back but Backman is turning into Matthews. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Matthews's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Backman.
Backman sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Matthews's guard.
Backman is keen to just control but Matthews is a slippery customer.
Matthews is looking for a sweep. Backman is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Backman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Matthews doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Backman.
Backman wants to pass the guard but Matthews is defending well. #T1#
Backman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Matthews does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Backman is looking to advance position but Matthews won't allow it.
Backman is trying to control. Matthews wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Backman moves nicely into side control.
Matthews is looking to regain half guard here but Backman keeps moving and retains side control.
Backman passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Matthews!
Matthews is trying to escape the mount. #T2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Matthews keeps trying to improve his position.
Backman controlling the position easily from mount.
Backman tries to control but Matthews wriggling away.
Matthews can't escape the position.
Backman lands a nice shot to the head.
Backman lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Matthews is looking to get to half guard.
Matthews bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Matthews postures up and lands a big shot to Backman's brow. #SUB#
Backman throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Matthews with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2#
Matthews drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Backman manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Matthews has Backman in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Matthews is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Backman is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Matthews looking for a guillotine here but Backman defends easily. #SUB2#
Matthews looking for a guillotine here but Backman defends easily. #T4#
Backman pushing down on Matthews's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Matthews is trying to get back to full guard.
Backman trying to mount his opponent but Matthews defends it.
Matthews gets full guard.
Backman looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Matthews escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Backman gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Backman stands and throws Matthews's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mickey Backman dominated that round.
That's time! Backman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Matthews tries for a takedown but Backman sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Johnny Matthews seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Backman throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Matthews feints the counter takedown.
Matthews shoots for a takedown but Backman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Backman feinted with a counter takedown.
Matthews takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Matthews blocks a leg kick.
Matthews misses with a takedown attempt - Backman sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Mickey Backman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Johnny Matthews.
Crunch! Backman slams his shin into Matthews's torso.
Matthews goes for a double leg but Backman avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Backman continues to drive forward.
Matthews tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Backman swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matthews fails with the takedown.
Matthews is breathing heavily.
Backman avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Backman looks to land a body kick but Matthews moved away.
A shot to the liver by Matthews. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
Matthews shoots for a double leg takedown but Backman sprawls well. He's pushed Matthews's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Backman takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
A nice leg kick from Backman, right into the meat of the thigh.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Matthews.
Matthews shoots in for a takedown but Backman shows good takedown defense.
That kick from Backman tenderised Matthews's leg. Matthews is trying to keep his angry face on.
Backman tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Matthews shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Backman defends it nicely.
Backman throws a body kick that misses. #TD#
Backman gets a takedown into half guard.
Matthews wants to improve his position but Backman is controlling well. #T2#
Backman trying to control from half guard but Matthews is working away.
Backman has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Backman punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC#Matthews is rocked!
Backman unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Matthews wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Backman celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Barry Bonds Performance Enhancers $120 3 160Q for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: Bellicose - Christmas Day
Date: Dec 25, 2021

#R1#
Backman lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Backman delivers a nice body kick.
Backman lands with a nice body kick.
Backman thumps Ezuego with a low kick.
Ezuego has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Backman feints and then cracks Ezuego's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ezuego down.
Backman lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Backman scores with a spinning back kick!
Backman connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ezuego but Ezuego pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ezuego swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
An inside leg kick lands from Backman. #T1#
Backman throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Backman fakes the leg kick and cracks Ezuego in the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Backman - that will leave a mark!
A decent looking body kick lands there for Backman.
Ezuego takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Backman misses with a body kick.
Ezuego looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Backman connects with a leg kick. #T2#
Backman lands with a kick to the ribs.
A low kick lands for Backman.
Backman scoring well with a low kick there.
Backman throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Ezuego on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ezuego chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Backman can pounce on him.
Ezuego on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Backman throws a nice head kick!
Backman throws a nice outside leg kick.
Jason Ezuego is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Backman doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Ezuego counters with a nice uppercut.
Both fighters circling a little - Backman finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Backman throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Backman scores with a push kick.
Backman looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ezuego looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Backman throws a sloppy head kick and Ezuego moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ezuego! But no joy.
Backman chopping away at his opponent's legs. #T4#
Backman buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A head kick misses from Backman.
Backman connects with an inside leg kick.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Backman.
A little jabbing left from Ezuego on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Backman tries to land a front kick but Ezuego steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Ezuego throws out a counter right but Backman avoids it with no problem.
Backman lands a front kick.
Backman scores with a head kick. Ezuego tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD#
Backman fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Ezuego sprawls well initially but Backman persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Backman wants to free his trapped foot but Ezuego is holding on for dear life with his legs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mickey Backman dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Backman looks for the body kick but Ezuego saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Ezuego on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Ezuego takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD#
Ezuego gets caught flat footed, as Backman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Backman looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backman pushes down on Ezuego's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ezuego is not content to let Backman control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ezuego knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Backman is trying to work for a kimura but Ezuego is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Backman wants to free his trapped foot but Ezuego is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Backman passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ezuego!
Ezuego wants to try and get back to his feet.
Backman wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Ezuego is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Backman fails to advance to Ezuego's back.
Backman punishing his opponent with strikes. #T2#
Ezuego is trying to stand up.#SUB#
Backman goes for an armbar but Ezuego turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Ezuego.
Ezuego sitting in guard, not really doing much.
We've been hearing good reports from Backman'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.
Mickey Backman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Backman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ezuego is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Backman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ezuego can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Backman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ezuego is one step ahead there.
Ezuego sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ezuego wants to control from the top but Backman keeps moving.
Backman looking for a sweep. Not yet Backman, not yet.
Ezuego wants to control from the top but Backman keeps moving.
Ezuego is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Backman throws a quick inside leg kick.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Backman looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Ezuego throws out a counter right but Backman avoids it with no problem.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mickey Backman dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Backman tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ezuego sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Backman somewhat.
Ezuego looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Backman delivers a nice body kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman scores with a kick to the body. #TD#
Backman closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Backman is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ezuego! #T1#
Backman wants to take Ezuego's back but he can't do it this time.
Backman throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Backman wants to take his opponent's back but instead Ezuego manages to regain half guard.
Ezuego is trying to stand.
Backman thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Ezuego's head.
Ezuego is in trouble now - Backman has advanced to mount!
Ezuego's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Backman is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Ezuego has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Ezuego!
Ezuego trying to control but Backman is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Backman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ezuego can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ezuego sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Backman is pulling down on Ezuego's head to control his posture.
Mickey Backman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Backman is trying to keep Ezuego in close.
Ezuego showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ezuego's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Backman wants to sweep but no luck.
Backman is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
Backman seems to be working for a kimura but Ezuego defends the submission attempt.
Backman wants to pass to mount but Ezuego is defending the position. #SUB#
Backman is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ezuego defends it well.
Backman is pressing down on Ezuego's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ezuego is holding on for now. #T4#
Ezuego looks like he's trying to stand up.
Backman not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Backman frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Backman with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Backman thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Mickey Backman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Backman has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:26
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:26
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman made sure to mention his sponsor, Barry Bonds Performance Enhancers $120 3 160Q in his post fight interview.

Event: Bellicose - Prokop vs Vedran
Date: Dec 04, 2021

#R1#
Backman tries to land a front kick but Odimabesser steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Odimabesser checks a low kick from Backman.
Odimabesser throws a counter high kick but Backman was just alert enough to avoid it.#TD2#
Odimabesser gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Backman tries to free his leg and advance position but Odimabesser is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backman won't allow Odimabesser to sweep him here.
Backman passes into half guard.
Backman lands strikes from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Backman has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Backman has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Backman lands with some strikes.#CUT2#It looks like Kanud Odimabesser has been cut.
Backman with the ground and pound from mount.
Odimabesser is looking to get to half guard.
Backman raining down shots from the mount!#T1##SUB2#
Backman goes for an armbar but Odimabesser turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Odimabesser.
Backman trying to control the position.
Backman bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Odimabesser's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Backman got a little sloppy there for a moment and Odimabesser has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Backman has managed to get both his arms back between Odimabesser's legs - danger averted.
Backman lands a couple of elbows.
My spies in Simply The Best inform me that Backman has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Odimabesser is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Backman controlling the position well. #T2#
Odimabesser wants to free his trapped foot but Backman is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Odimabesser prevents Backman from improving his position.
Backman is pressing down on Odimabesser's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Odimabesser has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Backman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Odimabesser had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Backman defends it easily.#SUB#
Odimabesser is looking to cinch up a triangle. Backman throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Odimabesser's body to avoid the submission. Odimabesser has instead reached around Backman's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Odimabesser arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kanud Odimabesser!
Kanud Odimabesser retains his welterweight title!
An out of breath Kanud Odimabesser thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Bellicose - Backam vs Reece
Date: Nov 05, 2021

#R1##TD#
Reece gets caught flat footed, as Backman shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Reece is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Backman is controlling him. #SUB#
Backman drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Backman jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Backman is pushing down on Reece's leg trying to pass to half guard. Reece is fighting to maintain full guard but Backman has managed to sneak the leg through.
Reece wants to get back to his feet.
Backman passes to full mount!
Reece wants to hold on but Backman pushes him away.
Backman has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Reece's face.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backman avoids the attempt from Reece to control.
Backman 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.
Backman postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Reece looks a forlorn figure.
Backman postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Reece looks a forlorn figure.
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!#SUB#
Backman has hold of Reece's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Reece manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger. #T1#
Backman connects with a bit shot that sees Reece covering up! More strikes from Backman and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Backman is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mickey Backman!
A pretty intense looking Mickey Backman took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title.

Event: BMF 11- Alfonzo vs Cadena
Date: Sep 13, 2021

#R1#
Backman takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Backman shoots for a double leg takedown but Masvidal sprawls well. He's pushed Backman's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Backman bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Masvidal scores with the left hand. Backman knows he should have avoided that one.
Backman throws a head kick that misses.
Masvidal swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Masvidal misses the jab.
Masvidal scores with a sloppy right hand. Backman should have avoided that one.
Backman looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Horrible takedown attempt by Backman or perhaps it was just good defense by Masvidal, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masvidal takes a swing at Backman's ribcage but misses.
Backman feinted with a counter takedown.
A left and a right from Masvidal both land. Nice combination. #CUT2#It looks like Mickey Backman has been cut.#TD#
Backman decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Backman tries to pass to full mount but Masvidal defends it. #T1#
Masvidal blocking the ground and pound attempt from Backman.
Masvidal is staying active underneath Backman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Masvidal won't allow Backman to pass to mount.
Backman wants to control but Masvidal is keeping him busy.
Masvidal is trying to stand back up but Backman is controlling him
Masvidal tries to get to full guard but Backman has control of the leg.
Backman 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.
Masvidal keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Backman is looking to advance position but Masvidal won't allow it.
Backman passes to full mount!
Masvidal tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2#
BOOM! Backman connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Backman takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Backman wants to control the pace but Masvidal is squirming around nicely.
Masvidal tries to lock up and control but Backman gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Backman scores with a couple of good head shots there. #ROC#Masvidal is rocked!
Backman controlling from mount.
Masvidal is still in real trouble! Can Backman finish him?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Backman postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Masvidal in real trouble here! The ref calls for Masvidal to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Mickey Backman thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: BMF 6- Cashin' Checks
Date: Aug 08, 2021

#R1#
Backman pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sojka lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Sojka's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Sojka duly obliges.
Sojka misses with a two punch combination.
Left hook, right uppercut from Sojka.
Sojka throws a series of punches but Backman avoids them all with ease.
Sojka swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Backman.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sojka throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Backman moves forwards but Sojka connects with a nice, crisp jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Backman is defended easily by Sojka.
Sojka lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sojka lands the left hand.
Sojka scores with a decent looking hook.#T1#
Sojka looks to land a combination. Backman sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Sojka blocks the body kick.
Sojka throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped #TD#
so Backman counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Backman looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Backman thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Backman is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Backman slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Sojka wants to get back to his feet but Backman is dominant here and he's now got Sojka's back!
Backman lands a punch that was close to the back of the head but the ref thinks it's OK. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Backman is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Sojka won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Backman off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mickey Backman!
Mickey Backman is the new welterweight champion!
Mickey Backman thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: DFN 4: Sokol vs. Park
Date: Jun 26, 2021

#R1#
Backman avoids a kick to the body.
Araujo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Backman defends it nicely.
Araujo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Backman throws out a leg kick but Araujo moves out of range and Backman only half commits.
Araujo throws a sloppy head kick and Backman moves out of range easily.
Backman misses with a head kick.
A big right from Araujo misses.
Backman displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Araujo.
Araujo misses with a series of wild punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Araujo shoots for a takedown but Backman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Mickey Backman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kleber Araujo.
Araujo misses the shot to the body.
Araujo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Backman throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#T1#
Araujo dives in for a single leg takedown but Backman sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Backman half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Araujo shoots for a double leg takedown but Backman sprawls well. He's pushed Araujo's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Araujo looks winded!
Backman throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Backman dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Araujo. That did some damage!#TD#
Backman looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Araujo!#SUB#
Backman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Backman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Araujo takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Araujo is trying to escape the position but Backman is controlling the position.
Backman scoring with punches and elbows.
Araujo tries to improve position but can't.
Backman scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Araujo to see if he's OK.
Backman happy to just control the position for now.
Backman passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Araujo! #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Araujo is trying desperately to improve position.
Backman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Araujo is looking to escape.
Backman landing strikes, looking to finish!
Backman lands a heavy elbow.
Araujo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Backman lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Backman controlling from the full mount.
Backman lands a couple of good shots and Araujo has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Backman softening up his opponent with strikes here. #T3#
Backman lands punches and elbows.
Backman trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Araujo doesn't escape.
Araujo covers up after that shot from Backman.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Araujo tries to escape but Backman has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Backman loading up with punches from the back mount - how long can Araujo hold on? #ROC#Araujo is rocked!
Backman lands strikes from the back and Araujo isn't doing enough to escape the position. The referee steps in to end the fight.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mickey Backman!
An out of breath Mickey Backman 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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