Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Flair 117
Date: Oct 26, 2024

#R1#
Camacho tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tate Iii was well out of range. Poor timing from Camacho.
Camacho moves to clinch but Tate Iii breaks away #KD#
and before Camacho can reset, Tate Iii rushes him with a swarm of punches, sending him crashing to the floor, in all sorts of trouble! Camacho is trying to beat the count but we're up to 6 already and he's nowhere near. 7,8... he's up! He's going to continue!
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii cracks Camacho with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Camacho misses with an attempted mid kick.
Tate Iii avoids the body shot from Camacho.
Camacho drops his guard momentarily, allowing Tate Iii to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Camacho! Oh, he's in big trouble - I don't like his chances here as the referee's count reaches 5. 6,7,8,9...10! He's out! Tate Iii takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 115
Date: Sep 13, 2024

#R1#
Braddock throws a right hand that Tate Iii ducks under and follows up with a left that Tate Iii also avoids with ease.
Braddock misses the body punch #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Braddock is defending well.#TD#
Tate Iii manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tate Iii is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Tate Iii wants to sweep but no luck.
Tate Iii is controlling Braddock's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Braddock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Braddock being controlled here momentarily. #T1##ES#
Tate Iii is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD#
Tate Iii decides to pull guard.
Tate Iii is pulling down on Braddock's head to control his posture.
Tate Iii has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Tate Iii has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Braddock can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Braddock preventing the sweep. #T2#
Tate Iii controlling Braddock's posture.
Braddock wants to stand but Tate Iii has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #ES#
Tate Iii is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #BC#
Tate Iii's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Braddock throws a poor cross that misses #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by clinching up. #T3##TD#
Tate Iii drags the fight down to the ground.
Tate Iii doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Braddock throws a strike but Tate Iii rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Braddock controls Tate Iii momentarily but Tate Iii frees himself.
Tate Iii has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tate Iii postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Tate Iii slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tate Iii postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T4#
Braddock not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Braddock wants to sweep here but Tate Iii controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Tate Iii is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Braddock is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Braddock has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Braddock stopping the sweep attempt from Tate Iii.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Tate Iii looking for a guillotine here but Braddock defends easily.
Tate Iii 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#
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Braddock moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Braddock misses with a few strikes there.
Tate Iii throws a jab when Braddock was well out of range.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Braddock avoids them all with ease.
Braddock avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot.
Some wild striking there from Braddock.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Braddock moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii walks into a jab.
Braddock misses with a double jab.
Braddock scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tate Iii lands a body shot. #T1#
Tate Iii slips a jab and a cross from Braddock.
Tate Iii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Braddock.
Tate Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Braddock misses with a shot to the body
and Tate Iii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like James Braddock has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Braddock does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Braddock falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #TD#
Tate Iii pulls guard effortlessly.
Braddock is looking to pass into half guard but Tate Iii pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Tate Iii is in guard.#REVR##SUB#
Tate Iii drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Braddock manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Tate Iii has Braddock in his guard.#REVB#
Tate Iii pulls Braddock in close to his closed guard and prevents Braddock from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Braddock throwing strikes from guard but Tate Iii blocks nicely. #SUB#
Tate Iii had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Braddock defends it easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tate Iii is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Braddock working for a triangle but Tate Iii defends it easily.
Tate Iii is in close to Braddock's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tate Iii showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tate Iii works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Tate Iii stops Braddock from getting back to his feet.
Braddock tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Tate Iii manages to move to mount!
Braddock has given up his back here.
Tate Iii is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on James Braddock's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
Braddock falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii. #BC#
Tate Iii manages to break the clinch.
Tate Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Braddock moves away.
Tate Iii scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Tate Iii avoids the body shot from Braddock.
Tate Iii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Braddock.
Tate Iii throwing a counter right hand but Braddock manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Braddock throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Tate Iii holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tate Iii drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Braddock gets the underhooks and prevents it. #TD#
Tate Iii has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Braddock uses from the top position. #T1#
Tate Iii is controlling Braddock's posture.
Braddock wants to get up but he can't break Tate Iii's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Tate Iii managing to control the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tate Iii is on top in guard. #REVR#
Tate Iii looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tate Iii passes Braddock's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
Tate Iii sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Braddock can do to turn this around?
Tate Iii lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB#
Tate Iii is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T3#
Braddock trying to hold on to Tate Iii's head to control him but Tate Iii postures up.
Tate Iii is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Braddock is looking for a sweep. Tate Iii is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ground and pound from Tate Iii. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tate Iii with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tate Iii working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tate Iii controlling the action here.
Braddock on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate Iii controlling the pace.
Braddock wants to get back to his feet.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:26
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 114
Date: Aug 23, 2024

#R1#
Crusader throws a combination that misses
letting Tate Iii counter with a right hand.
Crusader misses with a combination
letting Tate Iii counter with a right hand.
Crusader swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tate Iii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Crusader moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Crusader misses with a body shot.
Crusader looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Crusader falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tate Iii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Crusader falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tate Iii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A left lands for Tate Iii.
Crusader takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#KD#
Tate Iii scores with a jab and follows up with an uppercut that drops Crusader to his knees! He bounces straight back to his feet but is forced to take the mandatory standing 8 count before he's allowed to continue. We're back under way and the fighters meet in the middle of the canvas to re-engage.#ROC#Crusader is rocked!
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Crusader ducks under and follows up with a left that Crusader also avoids with ease.#T1#
Crusader avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii stalks Crusader and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Crusader 's face. Crusader staggers backwards, shaken.
Tate Iii uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tate Iii with a hook.
Tate Iii throws a series of strikes that have Crusader backpedaling.
Crusader is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
Crusader closes the distance but Tate Iii moves to the side
and Tate Iii counters with a right hand that wobbles Crusader ! He's out on his feet! Tate Iii follows up with a left hook and a final right hand that knocks Crusader out cold! No need for a referee count here - this fight is all over! Tate Iii jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with his corner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 113
Date: Jul 31, 2024

#R1#
Crusader wants to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tate Iii throws out a powerful jab.
Nice body punch from Tate Iii.
Crusader looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii digs a good body shot into Crusader 's ribs.
Crusader throws a left and a right that both miss
and Tate Iii counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Tate Iii has knocked Crusader down with a huge combo! Tate Iii steps away and waves a wobbly Crusader back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Crusader is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Righteous Crusader has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tate Iii lands a slapping body shot.
Crusader is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
Crusader looks winded!
Tate Iii digs a good body shot into Crusader 's ribs.
Tate Iii is throwing a storm of strikes! Right hook, left hook and follows it up with a spinning back fist! Crusader hits the canvas like a rag doll! And just like that, this one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 112
Date: Jul 05, 2024

#R1#
Powerhous takes a swing at Tate Iii's ribcage but misses.
Powerhous throws a head kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Tate Iii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Tate Iii throws a combination. Powerhous tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#CUT#It looks like Boxing Powerhous has been cut.
Powerhous pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Tate Iii tests Powerhous's chin there with a solid looking shot.#KD#
Tate Iii staggers Powerhous with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Powerhous looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! Just in time and the ref is going to let the fight continue!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Powerhous walks straight into a solid jab from Tate Iii. Oh, it looks like it's stumbled him! Tate Iii follows up with a big combo - a right followed by a left that knocks Powerhous out cold! Powerhous toppled like a tree, face planting on the canvas. Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 110
Date: Jun 01, 2024

#R1#
Tate Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Thibodeaux counters with a nice body kick.
Thibodeaux just misses with a punch to the body.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Thibodeaux lands with a kick to the temple. Tate Iii shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CUT#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Thibodeaux uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii takes a swing at Thibodeaux's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Thibodeaux drives through and clinches with Tate Iii against the ropes.
Tate Iii taking a breather.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Tate Iii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Thibodeaux lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii throws a head punch that misses.
Tate Iii trying to stall but Thibodeaux improves his position.
Thibodeaux lands an uppercut.
Thibodeaux gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux lands a damaging elbow. #T1#
Tate Iii is stalling here.
Thibodeaux gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Thibodeaux keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#That has opened up Curtis Tate Iii's cut even more.
Thibodeaux lands a right hand.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Thibodeaux creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Tate Iii is looking to control Thibodeaux's arms but Thibodeaux gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tate Iii has his back to the ropes.
Tate Iii looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii trying to control the position but instead, Thibodeaux has worked for underhooks and has pushed Tate Iii into the ropes.
Thibodeaux lands with a light punch inside.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Thibodeaux has him pressed against the ropes.
Nice elbow from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow inside that Tate Iii shrugs off. #CUT#The cut above Curtis Tate Iii's eye is starting to cause him problems now.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Fortune Thibodeaux!
Fortune Thibodeaux retains his super heavyweight title!
Fortune Thibodeaux thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Flair 109
Date: May 11, 2024

#R1#
Tate Iii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Powerhous walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Powerhous tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tate Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Powerhous tries to bum rush Tate Iii with a series of wild strikes but Tate Iii uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Powerhous tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tate Iii counters with a one-two to the body.
Tate Iii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Powerhous.
Donk. Tate Iii catches Powerhous right on the button with a cross.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Powerhous wants to counter with a clinch but Tate Iii pushes him away.
Powerhous tries to clinch there but Tate Iii circles away.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tate Iii lands a glancing blow to the side of Powerhous's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Powerhous misses with a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. #T1#
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Powerhous is controlling the position.
A frustrated look appears on Powerhous's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tate Iii lands a right hand that snaps the head of Powerhous backwards.
Powerhous keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.
Powerhous has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Powerhous's efforts to push away.
Powerhous is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Powerhous missing with knees to the body.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Powerhous wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tate Iii is trying to push Powerhous away but Powerhous has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Powerhous prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.
Powerhous looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Powerhous looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Powerhous keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii is working Powerhous over against the ropes.
Powerhous is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Powerhous is controlling him.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Powerhous has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Powerhous has double underhooks.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tate Iii as Powerhous tries to tie him up.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tate Iii as Powerhous tries to tie him up.
Tate Iii stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that. #T3#
Tate Iii putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Powerhous in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tate Iii - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Powerhous misses with an elbow strike.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Powerhous is controlling him.
Powerhous wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tate Iii as Powerhous tries to tie him up.
Tate Iii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Powerhous tries to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling the position.
Powerhous misses with a punch on the inside. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tate Iii with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Powerhous taking a breather.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Powerhous has double underhooks.
Tate Iii lands an elbow that stopped Powerhous in his tracks for a moment.
Powerhous wants to stall.
Powerhous tries to stall but Tate Iii uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tate Iii stalling the fight.
Powerhous is trying to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate Iii wants to break free but Powerhous has control.
Tate Iii gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tate Iii punishes Powerhous's body with a nice straight punch.#CUT#It looks like Boxing Powerhous has been cut.
Powerhous misses with a wild combination.
Powerhous tries to clinch but Tate Iii is having none of it.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Tate Iii avoids the body shot from Powerhous.
A punch combination from Powerhous misses.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Powerhous steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tate Iii.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii lands with a nice combination. Powerhous backs away looking to recover.
Powerhous showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Powerhous throws a right hand that Tate Iii ducks under and follows up with a left that Tate Iii also avoids with ease.#T1#
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Powerhous wants to counter with a clinch but Tate Iii pushes him away.
Powerhous swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Tate Iii on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Powerhous ducks under a wild hook from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
Powerhous doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body.
Tate Iii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Powerhous avoids them all with ease.
Nice uppercut there from Tate Iii.
Powerhous takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Powerhous misses with a body shot. #T2#
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Powerhous misses with a combination
and Tate Iii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Curtis Tate Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
Tate Iii connects with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Powerhous slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
A head kick misses from Powerhous.
Powerhous takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Powerhous showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii lands a right hook to the body.
Powerhous tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tate Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Powerhous circles away quickly and effectively.#T3#
Tate Iii moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Powerhous walks into a left hand.
Powerhous walks into a jab.
Powerhous wants to clinch.
Powerhous tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD#
and Tate Iii counters with a lead uppercut that lands right on the button! Powerhous goes down! Will Powerhous beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's up! No problem. Let's get back to the action!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii sizes up Powerhous with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jab by Tate Iii.#CL2#
Powerhous clinches up against the ropes.#T4#
Powerhous tries to circle away but Tate Iii has him pinned against the ropes.
Powerhous has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii landing knees to the body.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii pushes Powerhous back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Powerhous wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Powerhous has double underhooks.
Powerhous trying to control the position but instead, Tate Iii has worked for underhooks and has pushed Powerhous into the ropes.
Powerhous tries a body shot but Tate Iii blocks it.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Powerhous keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Powerhous has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii has Powerhous pressed against the ropes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii will take that round after scoring the only knockdown of the round.
The cut man is working on Boxing Powerhous's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Powerhous falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tate Iii cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tate Iii digs a good hook to Powerhous's body.
Powerhous misses with a lunging right hand #KD#
and before Powerhous can reset, Tate Iii rushes him with a swarm of punches, sending him crashing to the floor, in all sorts of trouble! Powerhous is trying to beat the count but we're up to 6 already and he's nowhere near. 7,8... he's up! He's going to continue!
Powerhous thows a body kick. Tate Iii tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Powerhous misses with a double jab
and Tate Iii counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Powerhous to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Tate Iii!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 108
Date: Mar 22, 2024

#R1#
Tate Iii misses with a double jab
and Thibodeaux counters with a flying knee. Nice.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux works Tate Iii's body with a nice hook.
Thibodeaux scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thibodeaux throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Thibodeaux scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Thibodeaux with a series of wild strikes but Thibodeaux uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Thibodeaux shapes to counter with a head kick.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii misses with a few strikes there.
Tate Iii walks forward, straight into a front kick from Thibodeaux.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii takes one on the button.
A shot to the body from Tate Iii misses
and Thibodeaux counters with a head kick.
Tate Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Thibodeaux counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tate Iii on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1#
Tate Iii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thibodeaux.
Tate Iii jabs at Thibodeaux's body.
Tate Iii misses with an uppercut.
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Thibodeaux looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Thibodeaux looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Thibodeaux lands a nice looking kick to the body. Tate Iii takes a step back to recover.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Thibodeaux moves out of range.
Thibodeaux slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
Fortune Thibodeaux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Thibodeaux bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Thibodeaux goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Thibodeaux lands a high kick!
Thibodeaux scores with a hook.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice body kick there by Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux lands a high kick!
A slapping body kick lands there for Thibodeaux.
Tate Iii swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Thibodeaux counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Good shot there by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a shot to the body
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.#CL2#
Thibodeaux forces Tate Iii back against the ropes and clinches.
Thibodeaux effectively controlling the action here.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Thibodeaux won't allow it.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow inside that Tate Iii shrugs off.
A short right from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux lands a nice elbow.
Thibodeaux lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is getting worse.
Tate Iii takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tate Iii's defenses.
Thibodeaux taking a breather.#T3#
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Thibodeaux takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
A short right from Thibodeaux on the inside.
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Tate Iii's defenses. #CUT2#Jeez, Curtis Tate Iii's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Fortune Thibodeaux!
Fortune Thibodeaux is the new super heavyweight champion!
After winning the bout, Fortune Thibodeaux thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Flair 106
Date: Feb 23, 2024

#R1#
Talbain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Talbain circles away quickly and effectively.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Talbain avoids them all with ease.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tate Iii lands a jab-cross combination.
Talbain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
Talbain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Talbain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Talbain tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Tate Iii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Talbain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Tate Iii digs a good hook to Talbain's body.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Talbain avoids it well.
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Talbain flicks out a counter leg kick but Tate Iii steps away.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Talbain throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2#
Talbain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Talbain moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Talbain moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Tate Iii went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Talbain avoids nicely.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Talbain avoids nicely.
Talbain unleashes a big counter combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Talbain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Talbain wants to clinch up but Tate Iii keeps it at a distance.
Tate Iii lands with an overhand left.#T2#
A punch combination from Talbain misses.
Good shot there by Tate Iii.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Talbain has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Talbain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tate Iii takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tate Iii is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Talbain tries to clinch up.
Tate Iii went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Talbain falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by clinching up.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Talbain has double underhooks.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Talbain keeps him there for the moment.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tate Iii - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #T3#
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
The referee calls for Talbain to work.
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Talbain has the dominant position.#BC2#
Talbain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Talbain dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Talbain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Talbain swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch.
Tate Iii tries to break free but Talbain pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Talbain breaks the clinch.
A head kick by Talbain misses #CL#
and Tate Iii counters into the clinch. Nicely done. #T4#
Tate Iii is trying to push Talbain away but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Talbain throws an elbow but it's blocked.
A hook to the body from Tate Iii.
Talbain looking to stall.
Talbain misses with a punch to the body.
Talbain is trying to stall.
Talbain tries to land knees in the clinch but Tate Iii avoids the damage to the body.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Talbain won't allow it.
Talbain throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC2#
Talbain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Tate Iii connects with a nice looking jab.
Talbain is looking to clinch.
Talbain throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Talbain has control.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Talbain has double underhooks.
A bit of stalling here from Tate Iii. #BC2#
Talbain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tate Iii lands a nice looking body shot.
Tate Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Talbain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Talbain misses with an uppercut #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii. #T1#
Talbain trying to stall but Tate Iii improves his position. #BC2#
Talbain escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Talbain is looking to slow Tate Iii down with leg kicks.
Tate Iii scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Talbain.
And Talbain responds with a good body kick, but Tate Iii manages to step out the way in time.
Tate Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A low kick from Talbain misses #CL#
and Tate Iii counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Talbain has control.
Tate Iii being controlled against the ropes.
Tate Iii taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Talbain avoiding damage as Tate Iii throws knees to the body. #T2#
Talbain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii just leaning against Talbain, taking a breather. #BC2#
Talbain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Talbain manages to avoid it.
Talbain misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Tate Iii moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Talbain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tate Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Talbain.
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
Talbain misses with a shot to the body #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A short right from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T3#
A short left from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii tries to break free but Talbain pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate Iii displaying some good clinch control by pressing Talbain up against the ropes.#BC2#
Talbain manages to break the clinch.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
As Talbain looks to move away, Tate Iii throws a big counter combo but Talbain just gets out of the way.
Talbain tries to clinch up but Tate Iii circles away and keeps his distance.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Talbain unleashes a big counter combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Talbain is looking to clinch but Tate Iii is avoiding it.
It looked like Tate Iii was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Good shot there by Tate Iii.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tate Iii throws a big counter combination but Talbain scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#T4#
Talbain throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii.
Knees in the clinch landing for Talbain.
Curtis Tate Iii has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Tate Iii working hard to break the clinch.
Tate Iii prevents a body shot from Talbain.
Tate Iii just leaning against Talbain, taking a breather.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.#BC2#
Talbain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Talbain throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by clinching up. #BC2#
Talbain breaks the clinch.
Tate Iii misses with a few strikes there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Talbain tries to clinch up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
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#
Talbain falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Tate Iii stalling.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii gets a warning from the ref for wasting time.
Stalling in the clinch from Tate Iii.
Talbain slows down the pace here.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Talbain has him pinned against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Tate Iii connects with a knee to the head.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.#T1#
Tate Iii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Talbain prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.#BC2#
Talbain manages to break the clinch.
Talbain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tate Iii connects with a body shot.
A head kick by Talbain misses #CL#
and Tate Iii moves into the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Tate Iii's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tate Iii throws a knee to the head but misses.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Talbain has double underhooks. #BC2#
Talbain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Talbain can do to turn this around?
Tate Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Talbain moves away.
Tate Iii throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tate Iii fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T2##KD#
Tate Iii lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Talbain goes down! The ref sends Tate Iii to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Talbain is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!#CUT#It looks like Jon Talbain has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Talbain misses with a leg kick #CL#
and Tate Iii moves into the clinch.
Tate Iii manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Talbain trying to control the position but instead, Tate Iii has worked for underhooks and has pushed Talbain into the ropes.
Tate Iii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tate Iii trying to land knees to the body.
Talbain tries to work over Tate Iii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Talbain has the dominant position.#T3#
Stalling in the clinch from Talbain.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling the position.
Tate Iii cracks Talbain with a nice body shot.#BC2#
Talbain manages to break the clinch.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Talbain manages to avoid it.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Talbain misses with a leg kick
and Tate Iii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice jab there from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Talbain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
Talbain scoring well with a low kick there.
Talbain swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tate Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Talbain is just out of range.
Tate Iii is looking to wear down Talbain with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tate Iii lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range. #T4#
Talbain is looking to clinch.
Talbain tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tate Iii makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
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!
Talbain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tate Iii lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Talbain swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii slows down the pace here.
Tate Iii lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 30:26
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:26
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 104
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1#
Gunn takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Gunn with a series of wild strikes but Gunn uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tate Iii sets himself, and Gunn steps forward looking for the clinch! Tate Iii avoids it this time.
Gunn throws a head kick but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Tate Iii was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Gunn throws a jab but it's blocked by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gunn lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Gunn goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Gunn takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tate Iii avoids the head kick by Gunn.
Gunn throws a sloppy head kick
and Tate Iii counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Tate Iii bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Tommy Gunn has been cut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gunn throws the kick towards the body but Tate Iii avoids it.
Tate Iii stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Gunn.
Tate Iii scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Gunn ducks under and follows up with a left that Gunn also avoids with ease.
Tate Iii is looking to wear down Gunn with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1#
Tate Iii swings for the body but Gunn moves out of range.
Gunn connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gunn scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Gunn throws a leg kick that is checked
and Tate Iii counters with a series of strikes. Gunn will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tate Iii swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Gunn.
Gunn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Gunn throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tate Iii.
Gunn throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tate Iii on the side of the head.
Tate Iii cracks Gunn with a right hand to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A low kick lands for Gunn.
Tate Iii tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Gunn showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tate Iii. #T2#
Tate Iii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gunn lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Tate Iii throws a body punch but Gunn moves out of range.
Gunn is looking for the big counter here.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gunn looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tate Iii catches Gunn with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Gunn lands a jab-cross combination.
Tate Iii lands with a nice body punch.
Gunn throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tate Iii seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tate Iii lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Gunn backs up against the ropes. #KD#
Tate Iii connects with a beautiful left hand that drops Gunn onto his butt! Gunn bounces straight back up though - he's OK. After the ref checks him out, we're back to the action.#CUT#That has opened up Tommy Gunn's cut even more.#KD#
Tate Iii scores a flash knockdown with a right hook that drops Gunn to his hands and knees! The ref pushes Tate Iii away as he looks to land an illegal blow. Gunn got an extra few seconds to recover there, which could have made all the differences as he stumbles back to his feet. The referee looks into his eyes and decides to allow the bout to continue. Can he survive?!#ROC#Gunn is rocked!
Tate Iii closes the distance and catches Gunn with a lead hook that drops him to the canvas! Gunn is clearly dazed and struggling here! 3,4,5,6,7 and Gunn is up to his feet but the referee has called it off! Gunn is still far too wobbly and he's not going to allow the fight to continue! Tate Iii takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 102
Date: Dec 26, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii lands a two punch combo. #CUT#It looks like Tommy Gunn has been cut.
Tate Iii scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Tate Iii lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Tate Iii bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Gunn misses with an uppercut #KD#
and before Gunn can reset, Tate Iii rushes him with a swarm of punches, sending him crashing to the floor, in all sorts of trouble! Gunn is trying to beat the count but we're up to 6 already and he's nowhere near. 7,8... he's up! He's going to continue!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gunn misses with a jab, cross combination. #KD#
Tate Iii closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Gunn crashing to the mat! Gunn uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!#ROC#Gunn is rocked!
Gunn tries a head kick but it misses.
Gunn is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
Tate Iii lands a nice shot to the body.
Gunn seems to have recovered his senses.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gunn.
Tate Iii takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Gunn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Tate Iii smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T1#
OH! Gunn has been rocked by a huge right hand and is in deep trouble! Tate Iii smells blood and charges in for the finish! Tate Iii unloads a vicious overhand right and connects to the jaw of Gunn sending him face first to the canvas! Unbelievable!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 101
Date: Nov 18, 2023

#R1#
Powerhous moves to clinch but Tate Iii breaks away
letting Tate Iii counter with a right hand.
Powerhous walks into a jab.
Powerhous fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tate Iii avoids it really well and circles away.
Powerhous misses with a takedown attempt - Tate Iii sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Powerhous is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Powerhous fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii takes a swing at Powerhous's ribcage but misses.
Powerhous throws a lazy head kick
and Tate Iii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tate Iii darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Tate Iii has knocked Powerhous down with a huge combo! Tate Iii steps away and waves a wobbly Powerhous back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Powerhous is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Boxing Powerhous has been cut.#T1#
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii moves out of range as Powerhous throws a body kick.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Nice body punch from Tate Iii.
Nice shot lands for Tate Iii.
Powerhous blocks a jab.
Powerhous changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tate Iii jabs at Powerhous's body.
Tate Iii works Powerhous's body with a nice hook.
Tate Iii lands a jab-cross combination.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tate Iii is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Powerhous like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Powerhous from another fist facial!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 98
Date: Oct 28, 2023

#R1#
Gunn takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#It looks like Tommy Gunn has been cut.
Tate Iii feints a jab promting Gunn to slip. Tate Iii then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Gunn slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and keeps coming. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Tate Iii takes a kick to the side of the head.
Tate Iii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gunn misses with the body kick#TD#
and Tate Iii counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Tate Iii.
Gunn really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Tate Iii. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tate Iii is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Tate Iii is pushing down on Gunn's leg trying to pass to half guard. Gunn is fighting to maintain full guard but Tate Iii has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Tate Iii seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Gunn is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 92
Date: Aug 11, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii lands a nice hook to Gunn's body. Gunn takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Gunn counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Gunn has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.
Gunn tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tate Iii was well out of range. Poor timing from Gunn.
Tate Iii displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #CUT2#It looks like Tommy Gunn has been cut.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gunn rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tate Iii moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Gunn is looking to counter punch.
Tate Iii looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Gunn misses with a combination
and Tate Iii counters with a stiff right hand.
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Gunn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Gunn tries to bum rush Tate Iii with a series of wild strikes but Tate Iii uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A quick step to the side and Gunn tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gunn misses with a kick to the body #CL2#
and Tate Iii counters by clinching up.
A left hand lands to the body for Tate Iii. #T1#
Tate Iii keeps control of Gunn as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Gunn tries to stall but Tate Iii uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Tate Iii working hard to break the clinch.
Gunn tries to break free but Tate Iii pushes him back against the ropes.
Gunn has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Gunn has the dominant position.
Tate Iii lands a knee to the head.
Gunn trying to stall but Tate Iii improves his position.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Gunn has him pressed against the ropes.
A bit of stalling here from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Tate Iii lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #T2#
Gunn is trying to push Tate Iii away but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Knees to the body from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Gunn prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.
Gunn pushes off an throws an elbow but Tate Iii leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Gunn misses with a hook to the ribs.
A frustrated look appears on Gunn's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tate Iii taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tate Iii lands a right hand that snaps the head of Gunn backwards.
Tate Iii controlling the action here for a moment.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Gunn letting Tate Iii take a breather here.#T3#
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Gunn has him pinned against the ropes.
Gunn looking to stall.
Tate Iii lands an elbow just above Gunn 's eye. #CUT2#Tommy Gunn's cut is getting worse.
Tate Iii prevents Gunn from breaking the clinch.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Gunn is controlling him.
Gunn throws an elbow that misses.
Tate Iii with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#Tommy Gunn's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Gunn is looking to break free of the clinch but Tate Iii has double underhooks.
Gunn takes a knee to the side of the body.
Gunn wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Tate Iii scores with a hook to the body.#T4#
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Gunn has him pressed against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Tate Iii.
Gunn is looking to break free of the clinch but Tate Iii has double underhooks.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Gunn is controlling the position.
Tate Iii is trying to push Gunn away but Gunn has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Tate Iii holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Tate Iii holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Tate Iii continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.#BC#
Gunn escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Gunn tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tate Iii is able to avoid easily.
Tate Iii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Gunn lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gunn.
A shot to the body from Tate Iii misses
and Gunn counters with a head kick. That will keep Tate Iii thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
Tate Iii works Gunn's body with a nice hook.
Gunn lands a head kick. Tate Iii smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Tate Iii moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Gunn avoids nicely.
Tate Iii staggers Gunn with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Gunn looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! No! He's back down again! 9...10 - he's can't beat the count and Tate Iii is victorious!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 91
Date: Jul 28, 2023

#R1##CL#
Shewmaker closes the distance and clinches.
Shewmaker lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
A knee to the head by Shewmaker. #CUT#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Shewmaker gets through Tate Iii's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Tate Iii misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Shewmaker.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
Tate Iii throws a head punch that misses.
Tate Iii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Shewmaker as Tate Iii tries to tie him up.
Tate Iii is looking to control Shewmaker's arms but Shewmaker gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tate Iii has his back to the ropes.
Nice body punch from Shewmaker. #T1#
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker scores with a hook to the body.
Shewmaker lands with a light punch inside.
Shewmaker lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Shewmaker lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Shewmaker throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tate Iiis head.
Shewmaker makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty! #CUT#That has opened up Curtis Tate Iii's cut even more.
Tate Iii takes a knee right on the jaw!
Tate Iii is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tate Iii looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A short right from Shewmaker on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shewmaker lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Shewmaker works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Tate Iii tries to work over Shewmaker's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T2#
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Shewmaker lands with a left to the head.
Tate Iii is trying to maintain a safe position but Shewmaker gets an underhook and turns Tate Iii into the ropes.
Shewmaker lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Shewmaker lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shewmaker connects with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
I was talking to Shewmaker's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Shewmaker digs a right hand into Tate Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Iii's gas tank.
Shewmaker lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Shewmaker lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Shewmaker blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Shewmaker avoiding damage as Tate Iii throws knees to the body.
Shewmaker lands a body punch.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a shoulder strike.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Shewmaker as Tate Iii tries to tie him up. #T3#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Shewmaker obliges.
Tate Iii looks winded!
A right hand to the body from Shewmaker.
A short right from Shewmaker on the inside.
Shewmaker blocks a body shot from Tate Iii.
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a good knee to the midsection. Tate Iii won't want to take too many of those.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Shewmaker connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tate Iii's face. #CUT#The cut above Curtis Tate Iii's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
A knee to the head by Shewmaker.
Shewmaker throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tate Iiis head.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Shewmaker creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Shewmaker softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Shewmaker lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head. #ROC#Tate Iii is rocked!
Shewmaker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Shewmaker won't allow it.
Shewmaker lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Shewmaker working Tate Iii over with knees to the body.
Tate Iii takes a knee right on the jaw!
A shot in the inside from Shewmaker.
Tate Iii working hard to break the clinch.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Shewmaker scores a nice knee to the body.
Shewmaker unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Shewmaker dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Shewmaker scores with a push kick.#CL#
Shewmaker rushes Tate Iii and presses him up against the ropes.
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Shewmaker as Tate Iii tries to tie him up.
Tate Iii is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Tate Iii misses with an elbow strike.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Shewmaker crunches a lovely knee into Tate Iii's ribcage.
Shewmaker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Shewmaker has control.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head. #CUT#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the body.
A knee to the head by Shewmaker.
Tate Iii is breathing heavily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Shewmaker is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#T1#
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Tate Iii is still on wobbly legs! Can Shewmaker finish him?
Tate Iii trying to land knees to the body.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Iii or not.
Tate Iii seems to have recovered his senses.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
Shewmaker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Shewmaker lands a nice knee to the body.
Shewmaker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Shewmaker scores with a shot to the side of Tate Iii's head.
Shewmaker connects with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker unloads a knee to the mid-section. Tate Iii lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
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!
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Frank Shewmaker!
Frank Shewmaker retains his super heavyweight title!
A victorious Frank Shewmaker thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Flair 86
Date: May 27, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Gunn throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Tate Iii decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Gunn's guard.
Tate Iii seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tate Iii's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Tate Iii slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU#
Tate Iii stands and steps away. Gunn gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Tate Iii lands with a right hand.
Tate Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Gunn takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Nice cross by Tate Iii.
BOOM! Tate Iii lands a beautiful left hook that drops Gunn. Gunn tries to recover but Tate Iii is having none of it, landing more punishing shots from mount. One final crushing shot and Gunn lies motionless on the canvas. The fight is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: The Return
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1#
Sankari closes the distance but Tate Iii moves to the side
and Tate Iii counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Tate Iii throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sankari stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tate Iii getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Tate Iii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sankari doesn't seem bothered though.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#KD#
Tate Iii lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Sankari goes down! The ref sends Tate Iii to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Sankari is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tate Iii lands with a nice body punch.
Tate Iii lands a jab and follows it up with a massive straight that knocks Sankari out cold! Sankari is crumpled in the corner, his head only propped up by the ropes! That's one for the organiziational promos right there! Wow, what a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 82
Date: Apr 15, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Tate Iii connects with a combination that backs up Sankari into the cage. Tate Iii lands a flurry of punches that gets past Sankari's guard. Sankari is down and the referee has seen enough. It is all over! Tate Iii bursts into tears - this win obviously means a huge amount to him.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair Championship
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Shewmaker lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tate Iii takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Shewmaker lands a high kick! #CL#
Shewmaker closes the distance and clinches.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Shewmaker connects with a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A knee to the head by Shewmaker.
Tate Iii looking to slow down the pace here.
A nice left hand lands by Shewmaker.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Shewmaker has him pressed against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tate Iii takes a knee right on the jaw!
Shewmaker connects with a knee to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Curtis Tate Iii's cut even more.#T1#
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Tate Iii is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Tate Iii looking to slow down the pace here.
Tate Iii seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the body.
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A knee to the head by Shewmaker.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
A short right from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A frustrated look appears on Tate Iii's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Shewmaker lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shewmaker lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards. #T2#
Tate Iii takes a knee right on the jaw!
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Shewmaker has control.
Good body shot from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT#The cut above Curtis Tate Iii's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands with a light punch inside.
Shewmaker lands with a light punch inside.
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tate Iii's face. #ROC#Tate Iii is rocked!
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Shewmaker lands an uppercut.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #KD#
The crowd are calling 'kneeees!' as Shewmaker has the Thai clinch. Shewmaker obliges, smashing a knee brutally into Tate Iii's nose and sending him crashing to the canvas! Will be beat the count?! 3,4,5,6,7,8...9... and he's up on 9! Wow, that was close! The referee takes a long look and is going to allow it to continue!#CUT#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
Tate Iii swings for the body but Shewmaker moves out of range. #T3##CL#
Shewmaker moves into the clinch.
Tate Iii is looking to control Shewmaker's arms but Shewmaker gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tate Iii has his back to the ropes.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Shewmaker creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Shewmaker's Muay Thai looks sharper than normal. He has obviously been working on it in the gym.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A knee to the head by Shewmaker.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Frank Shewmaker!
Frank Shewmaker retains his super heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Frank Shewmaker thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: Flair 79
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii swings for the body but Talbain moves out of range.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Talbain walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT#It looks like Jon Talbain has been cut.
Tate Iii cracks Talbain with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Talbain doesn't manage to clinch there - Tate Iii circles away.
Talbain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Talbain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Talbain misses with a double jab.
Talbain looks winded!
Talbain tries to score with a low kick but Tate Iii moves his leg out of the way.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Talbain bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Talbain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tate Iii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Talbain swings wildly with a couple of big hooks #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch.
Tate Iii with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T1#
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling him.
Talbain prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.
Tate Iii keeps control of Talbain as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii lands a body punch in the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tate Iii is struggling to control the position.
Tate Iii stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
The referee calls for Tate Iii to work.
Talbain is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tate Iii presses Talbain against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A frustrated look appears on Tate Iii's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Talbain wants to stall.
Talbain tries to break free but Tate Iii pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate Iii is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Talbain has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Talbain has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tate Iii blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Tate Iii is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tate Iii is trying to push Talbain away but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling him.
Talbain is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Talbain tries to stall but Tate Iii uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Talbain won't allow it.
Talbain has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Talbain tries to work over Tate Iii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A frustrated look appears on Tate Iii's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Talbain has had enough of the clinch but Tate Iii keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Talbain has the dominant position.
Talbain's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Talbain misses with some punches.
Talbain wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Talbain stalling in the clinch but Tate Iii improves position.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Talbain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii just leaning against Talbain, taking a breather.
A short uppercut from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii has Talbain pressed against the ropes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Talbain has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Talbain has him pinned against the ropes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jon Talbain's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Talbain takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Talbain avoids it well.
Tate Iii lands a lovely overhand right.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
A big right followed by a crushing left from Tate Iii knocks Talbain out cold! Ouch - that one's going to be featured in highlight reels for years to come!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 78
Date: Mar 04, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii digs a good hook to Gunn's body.
Gunn scores with a head kick.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii lands with a nice body punch.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Gunn bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tate Iii blocks the body kick.
Tate Iii went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Gunn lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tate Iii works over Gunn's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT#It looks like Tommy Gunn has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii lands a nice hook to Gunn's body. Gunn takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gunn doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Tate Iii cracks a nice hook into Gunn's ribs.
Tate Iii throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Gunn stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#KD#
Tate Iii lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Gunn goes down! The ref sends Tate Iii to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Gunn is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!#T1#
Gunn dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii.
Gunn throws a body kick, spinning off balance#KD#
and Tate Iii counters with a big 3 punch combo that drops Gunn on his ass! Gunn wobbles back to his feet half way through the count and though looking a bit dazed, the referee is going to allow the fight to continue!#KD#
Tate Iii drops a shoulder and throws a biiiig uppercut that drops Gunn onto his butt! Gunn pops straight back to his feet to convince the referee that he's OK to continue.#ROC#Gunn is rocked!#CUT#That has opened up Tommy Gunn's cut even more.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gunn misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gunn is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
Tate Iii is looking to wear down Gunn with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
An inside leg kick lands from Gunn.
Gunn walks straight into a perfectly timed right hook, crumpling him to the floor! Gunn is in all kinds of trouble here - can he beat the count? 3,4,5,6,7,8,9....10 - he's out and it's by a long way too - he didn't ever look like beating that count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 77
Date: Feb 25, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tate Iii counters with a right hand to the body.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Tate Iii shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Sankari eats them both and turns towards Tate Iii to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Tate Iii lands with a good body shot.
Tate Iii closes the distance and lands a lead uppercut that stumbles Sankari back against the ropes! Tate Iii follows up with a jab and a huge straight right that knocks Sankari out cold! What a finish! Tate Iii looks absolutely delighted, as he should do! Congratulations that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 76
Date: Feb 18, 2023

#R1#
A right-left combo lands from Tate Iii.
Good shot there by Dickson.
Tate Iii uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Dickson.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dickson swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Good standup being displayed there by Dickson as he connects with a hook.
Dickson throws a right hand that misses
and Tate Iii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Dickson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Dickson misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Tate Iii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dickson swings for the body but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Dickson just misses with a punch to the body.
Dickson takes a swing at Tate Iii's ribcage but misses.
Dickson misses with a hook. Tate Iii ducked under it nicely.
A jab from Dickson does it's job there.
Dickson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Tate Iii, as that shot connected.
Dickson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Dickson swings and misses with a hook to the body. #T1#
Dickson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot.
Tate Iii throws a body punch but Dickson moves out of range.
Tate Iii avoids the body shot from Dickson.
Dickson throws a series of punches but Tate Iii avoids them all with ease.
Tate Iii connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dickson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Dickson misses with a straight left.
Dickson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tate Iii scores with a three punch combo!
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
A little jabbing left from Dickson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice cross by Dickson.#T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dickson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tate Iii moves away.
Dickson lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Tate Iii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dickson.
Tate Iii tries to counter by clinching up but Dickson breaks away and moves out of range.
Dickson misses with a wild body shot.
Dickson throws a hook to the side of Tate Iii's head but Tate Iii sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Dickson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Nice jab there from Dickson.
Dickson ducks under a wild hook from Tate Iii.
Dickson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Dickson ducks under and follows up with a left that Dickson also avoids with ease.
Dickson misses with a looping right.
Tate Iii falls off balance throwing a combination
and Dickson counters with a nice uppercut.
Dickson loads up on a big right hand but Tate Iii slips the punch.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #T3#
Tate Iii slips a straight right by Dickson.
Tate Iii scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Dickson showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Dickson misses with a hook.
Morrison Dickson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dickson slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is getting worse.
Dickson is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Dickson moves out of range.
Dickson misses the shot to the body.
Tate Iii has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tate Iii there as he acknowledges the shot.
Dickson ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dickson misses with a hook.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Tate Iii gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Dickson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Dickson scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Dickson throws a body shot but no joy. #T4##KD2#
Dickson lands a big uppercut and Tate Iii crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Tate Iii looks OK. Dickson waves Tate Iii back to his feet!#ROC2#Tate Iii is rocked!
Dickson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Oh Tate Iii is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tate Iii seems to have got his legs back now.
Tate Iii throws a lazy right hand but Dickson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Dickson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dickson connects with a right hand. Tate Iii shakes it off.#CUT2#Jeez, Curtis Tate Iii's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tate Iii misses the jab.
Tate Iii blocks a jab.#KD2#
Dickson cracks Tate Iii with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Dickson has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Tate Iii to stand back up!
Dickson moves in close and cracks Tate Iii with a massive right hand! Tate Iii, frozen momentarily in time, tumbles to the canvas, already out cold! A brutal knockout by Dickson!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Morrison Dickson!
A victorious Morrison Dickson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Flair 74
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Thibodeaux avoids nicely.
Thibodeaux staying out of range there.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Thibodeaux is looking to counter with head kicks.
Tate Iii lands a jab to Thibodeaux's midsection.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Thibodeaux avoids it well. #CL#
Thibodeaux gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Thibodeaux gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Thibodeaux lands a nice elbow.
Thibodeaux working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow that stopped Tate Iii in his tracks for a moment.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Thibodeaux.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tate Iii takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#That has opened up Curtis Tate Iii's cut even more.
Thibodeaux scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tate Iii looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Thibodeaux lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Thibodeaux lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T1#
Tate Iii is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Thibodeaux gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Thibodeaux comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Thibodeaux. #CUT#The cut above Curtis Tate Iii's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Tate Iii takes an elbow to the forehead. #CUT#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Fortune Thibodeaux!
Fortune Thibodeaux is the new heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Fortune Thibodeaux, 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: Flair 72
Date: Jan 27, 2023

#R1#
Tate Iii paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Tate Iii connects with a nice cross there... Sankari is looking wobbly and Tate Iii recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Sankari to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Tate Iii jumps onto the cage to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 70 Shewmaker vs Tate
Date: Jan 14, 2023

#R1##CL2#
Shewmaker moves into the clinch.
Shewmaker throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Shewmaker scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tate Iii's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Shewmaker lands with a short shot to the head.
Shewmaker connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tate Iii's face. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Shewmaker lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
We've been informed that Shewmaker has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Shewmaker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Knees in the clinch landing for Shewmaker.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Shewmaker lands with a light punch inside.
Shewmaker utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Tate Iii stalling in the clinch but Shewmaker improves position.
Shewmaker connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tate Iii's face.
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head. #T1#
Shewmaker lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Shewmaker digs a right hand into Tate Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Iii's gas tank.
Shewmaker lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Nice body punch from Shewmaker - that landed with a thud.
Shewmaker lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Shewmaker stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii takes a shot to the head.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Shewmaker won't allow it.
Shewmaker landing knees to the body.
Shewmaker lands with a left to the head.
Shewmaker connects with a knee to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Shewmaker connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tate Iii's face.
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T2#
Tate Iii wants to break free but Shewmaker has control.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Shewmaker has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Shewmaker is keeping busy.
A body shot lands from Shewmaker.
A short right from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
A short right from Shewmaker on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shewmaker.
Shewmaker lands with a light punch inside.
Tate Iii takes a knee to the side of the body.
Shewmaker putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Tate Iii in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Tate Iii is breathing heavily.
Shewmaker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Shewmaker lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards. #T3#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Shewmaker.
Shewmaker scores with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Shewmaker connects with a nasty looking knee right to Tate Iii's face.
Shewmaker scores with a shot to the side of Tate Iii's head.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the body.
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a good knee to the midsection. Tate Iii won't want to take too many of those.
Shewmaker lands a nice shot to the body.
Shewmaker lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Shewmaker scores a nice knee to the body.
Knees to the body from Shewmaker.
Tate Iii tries to land a knee to the head but Shewmaker blocks with his arms.
Shewmaker gets through Tate Iii's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T4#
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is getting worse.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Still in the clinch, Shewmaker scores with a nice short uppercut.
Shewmaker connects with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker connects with a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a good knee to the midsection. Tate Iii won't want to take too many of those.
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Shewmaker landing knees to the head.
Shewmaker lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Shewmaker with a knee to the head.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Shewmaker creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Frank Shewmaker dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Shewmaker slips a straight right by Tate Iii.
Shewmaker avoids a punch combination nicely. #KD2#
Shewmaker lands a head kick that bluckles Tate Iii and drops him to the canvas. He's still conscious but it looks like it's going to take him the full 10 seconds to get back his senses! He's up on 9 and seems to be just about OK to continue.... the referee agrees and we're back to the action with Shewmaker no doubt looking to push for a finish!
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Shewmaker throws out a powerful jab.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Shewmaker is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Shewmaker has managed to clinch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Shewmaker has him pressed against the ropes.
Shewmaker crunches a lovely knee into Tate Iii's ribcage.#T1#
Shewmaker landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Shewmaker digs a right hand into Tate Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Iii's gas tank.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Shewmaker with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Shewmaker digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Frank Shewmaker seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Shewmaker lands a good knee to the midsection. Tate Iii won't want to take too many of those.
Shewmaker lands a knee to the head. #ROC2#Tate Iii is rocked!
Shewmaker has his opponent in a tight Thai clinch and unloads with a massive knee that drops Tate Iii to the canvas! Can Tate Iii beat the count? 3,4,5,6 and he's up... is he? Yes, he's up! The referee is taking a long look at him and he's waved off the fight! He didn't think Tate Iii was in a fit state to continue so this fight is over! Shewmaker is your winner!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee). Frank Shewmaker! Frank Shewmaker retains his super heavyweight title!
Frank Shewmaker decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Flair 67
Date: Dec 16, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii blocks a head kick by Gunn.
Gunn takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tate Iii lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Gunn at a distance.
Tate Iii fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Gunn looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tate Iii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Gunn ducks under and follows up with a left that Gunn also avoids with ease.
Gunn is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Gunn tries to score with a low kick but Tate Iii moves his leg out of the way.
Tate Iii throws a series of strikes that have Gunn backpedaling. #CUT#It looks like Tommy Gunn has been cut.
Tate Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.
Gunn pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tate Iii back to the cage. Gunn follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii lands a nice shot to the body.
Tate Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Gunn misses with a head kick. #T1#
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Gunn throws a counter combo.
No joy there for Gunn, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tate Iii lands a slapping body shot.
Gunn dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii.
Gunn tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Gunn walks into a stiff left hand from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii lands with a hook. Gunn tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Gunn throws a series of strikes that have Tate Iii backpedaling.
Gunn fails to land with a series of punches.
Gunn moves forwards but Tate Iii connects with a nice, crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii lands with a right hand.
Gunn just misses with a punch to the body.
Tate Iii tries to counter with a takedown but Gunn is quick to defend against it.#T2#
Left hook, right uppercut from Gunn.
Gunn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gunn scores with a spinning back kick!
Tate Iii lands a jab-cross combination. #ROC#Gunn is rocked!
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gunn.
Gunn lands a jab-cross combination.
Gunn throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Tate Iii cracks Gunn with a right hand to the side of the head.
Gunn is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?#CUT#That has opened up Tommy Gunn's cut even more.
Tate Iii catches Gunn with a right, a left, a right. It's raining punches and Gunn forgot an umbrella! Another punch and he's down. This one is over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 66
Date: Dec 09, 2022

#R1#
Braddock slips a straight right by Tate Iii.
Braddock takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tate Iii lands with a nice body punch.
Braddock throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Braddock steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Tate Iii.
Braddock misses with the combination.
It looked like Tate Iii was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Tate Iii misses with a combination
letting Braddock counter with a right hand.
Braddock falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii.
Braddock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tate Iii controlling the action here for a moment.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Braddock has double underhooks. #T1#
A frustrated look appears on Braddock's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Braddock keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.
Braddock wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tate Iii is pushing Braddock up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Braddock on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Braddock misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tate Iii.
Braddock is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Braddock struggles to land a body shot inside as Tate Iii controls his hands. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tate Iii dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Tate Iii lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Braddock.
Braddock has had enough of the clinch but Tate Iii keeps him there for the moment.
Braddock has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tate Iii stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Stalling in the clinch from Tate Iii.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Tate Iii for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Tate Iii looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Braddock is trying to push Tate Iii away but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Braddock throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tate Iii blocks it with crossed arms.
Tate Iii is pushing Braddock up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Braddock has control. #T3#
Tate Iii wants to break free but Braddock has control.
Braddock has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Braddock has the dominant position.
Braddock has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tate Iii is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Braddock is defending well for now.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Braddock has double underhooks.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Braddock is controlling him.
Braddock wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Tate Iii just leaning against Braddock, taking a breather.
Braddock is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling him.
Tate Iii slows down the pace here.
Tate Iii is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #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.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tate Iii avoiding damage.
Tate Iii seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Curtis Tate Iii.
Braddock throws a nice looking combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tate Iii seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Tate Iii scores with a nice head shot.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Braddock takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Braddock misses with a body shot.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Braddock unleashes a big counter combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tate Iii scores with a crisp jab that stopped Braddock in his tracks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tate Iii takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#It looks like James Braddock has been cut.
Tate Iii lands a nice looking body shot.
Braddock throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tate Iii counters with a nice uppercut.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Braddock manages to avoid it.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Braddock with a series of wild strikes but Braddock uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Braddock lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Braddock misses with a shot to the body #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by clinching up.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tate Iii lands a right hand that snaps the head of Braddock backwards.
Tate Iii digs a right hand underneath Braddock's ribcage. Braddock let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Braddock has double underhooks.
Braddock throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Braddock is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Braddock can't break the clinch. #T1#
Stalling in the clinch from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Braddock has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Braddock keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii prevents a body shot from Braddock.
Braddock can't break the clinch.
Tate Iii managing to block the knees to the body from Braddock.
Braddock on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Braddock wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Braddock has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii has Braddock pressed against the ropes, preventing Braddock from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A short left from Tate Iii. #T2#
Tate Iii lands a shot to the body.
Braddock looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tate Iii trying to land knees to the body.
Braddock wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Braddock up against the ropes.
Tate Iii just leaning against Braddock, taking a breather.
Tate Iii trying to land knees to the body.
Tate Iii blocking some punches.
Tate Iii managing to block the knees to the body from Braddock.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Braddock has him pressed against the ropes.
Braddock is trying to force a seperation but Tate Iii has the dominant position.#T3#
Tate Iii keeps control of Braddock as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Braddock misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Braddock has control.
Tate Iii taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Braddock has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Braddock misses with a hook to the ribs.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Braddock has him pressed against the ropes.
Braddock has had enough of the clinch but Tate Iii keeps him there for the moment.
Braddock misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tate Iii.
A frustrated look appears on Braddock's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Braddock wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii tries to break free but Braddock pushes him back against the ropes.
The referee calls for Tate Iii to work. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Braddock is controlling the position.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Braddock has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Braddock has him pressed against the ropes.
Braddock takes a shot to the head.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Tate Iii with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Tate Iii prevents Braddock from breaking the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate Iii stalling the fight.
Braddock keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Braddock has control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on James Braddock's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tate Iii keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Braddock.
Braddock throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Braddock misses with an uppercut
and Tate Iii counters with a nice uppercut.
Braddock misses with a hook to the body
and Tate Iii counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Braddock lands with a nice combination. Tate Iii backs away looking to recover.
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
A right-left combo lands from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii works Braddock's body with a nice hook.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Braddock misses with a double jab #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch.
Tate Iii has Braddock pressed against the ropes, preventing Braddock from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T1#
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Braddock has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate Iii effectively controlling the action here.
Braddock wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Braddock has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate Iii stalls.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Braddock has him pinned against the ropes.
A short body shot lands from Tate Iii as the two fighters clinch.
Tate Iii scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice body punch from Tate Iii - that landed with a thud.
Braddock wants to break free but Tate Iii has control.
Curtis Tate Iii has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Braddock working hard to break the clinch.#T2#
Braddock keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.
Tate Iii manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Braddock is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Tate Iii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Braddock looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tate Iii keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Braddock's efforts to push away.
Tate Iii leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Tate Iii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T3#
Braddock prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.
Braddock can't find room to land a body shot as Tate Iii controls the action.
Braddock can't break the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Braddock's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tate Iii prevents Braddock from breaking the clinch.
Braddock stalling in the clinch but Tate Iii improves position.
Braddock with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Braddock missing with knees to the body.
Braddock tries to break free but Tate Iii pushes him back against the ropes.
Braddock avoids the elbow strike from Tate Iii, against the ropes.
Braddock wants to stall.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Braddock has him pressed against the ropes.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
A frustrated look appears on Braddock's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Tate Iii just leaning against Braddock, taking a breather.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Braddock has control.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tate Iii as Braddock tries to tie him up.
Tate Iii stalling the fight.
Tate Iii slowing the pace effectively.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Braddock wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Tate Iii looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tate Iii effectively controlling the action here.
James Braddock has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Curtis Tate Iii is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Braddock misses with the head strike.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 65
Date: Dec 02, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii sizes up Sankari with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Sankari backs away from a small jab... but Tate Iii lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Sankari crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Tate Iii with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 64
Date: Nov 18, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Locke swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii takes one to the chin there.
Locke lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Tate Iii takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Locke is looking to clinch but Tate Iii is avoiding it.
Tate Iii ducks under a wild hook from Locke.
Tate Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.
Locke scores with a body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Locke lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tate Iii at a distance.
Tate Iii steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Locke.
Tate Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Locke swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tate Iii takes one to the side of the head.
Tate Iii displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Locke throws out the jab.
Locke scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A jab from Locke does it's job there.
Locke connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tate Iii's hands.
Locke scores with a jab to the body.
Locke is looking to clinch but Tate Iii is avoiding it.
Tate Iii is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ryan Locke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T1#
Tate Iii misses with an uppercut.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Locke!
Tate Iii takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Locke catches Tate Iii with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Locke wants to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Locke with a nice cross.
Locke looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Locke changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Locke changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A decent looking cross lands there for Locke.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Locke slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Tate Iii takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Jab by Locke.
Locke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tate Iii.
Locke lands a body shot. #T2#
Locke is looking to clinch.
Tate Iii is looking for a counter combo.
Locke's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Locke duly obliges.
Locke slips a jab from Tate Iii.
Locke listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Locke slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Good shot there by Locke.
Locke throws an overhand right that lands on Tate Iii's shoulder, as Tate Iii tries to avoid the shot.
Locke lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Locke scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tate Iii takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Locke cracks a nice hook into Tate Iii's ribs.
Sloppy strikes from Locke. Those never looked like landing.
Tate Iii's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Locke connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Tate Iii scrambles back to his feet.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Tate Iii takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Locke uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii staying out of range there.#T3#
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Locke with a series of wild strikes but Locke uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Locke punishes Tate Iii's body with a nice straight punch.
Tate Iii takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Locke bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tate Iii's head backwards.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Locke circles away quickly and effectively.
Locke tries to clinch up.
Locke dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Locke tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Locke is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Tate Iii had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
The crowd cheers as Locke lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tate Iii doesn't seem phased though.
Tate Iii on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
A jab from Locke misses.
Tate Iii is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tate Iii takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A jab from Locke finds it's way through Tate Iii's defenses.
Danga de danga de dang - Locke scores with a four punch combination!#T4#
Jab by Locke.
A left lands for Locke.
Locke fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Locke counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Locke swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tate Iii takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Locke throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A quick step to the side and Tate Iii tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Locke lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tate Iii at a distance.
A right-left combo lands from Locke.
Locke scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tate Iii doesn't seem bothered though.
Tate Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Locke swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tate Iii takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Locke does a little dance to reset his feet.
A lazy left from Locke finds it's target.
Locke stuns Tate Iii with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Locke fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ryan Locke dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Locke fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Tate Iii drops his hands momentarily and Locke takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Locke scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Locke has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Locke lands a lovely overhand right.
Tate Iii takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Locke tries to clinch there but Tate Iii circles away.
Tate Iii takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Locke connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Locke goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Tate Iii looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Locke tests Tate Iii's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tate Iii walks into a stiff left hand from Locke.
Locke jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tate Iii seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Ryan Locke seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Locke slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii. #T1#
Locke tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tate Iii looks to land a left hand but Locke moved out of range nicely.
Locke lands an overhand right.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Tate Iii is looking to wear down Locke with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tate Iii throws a jab but it's blocked by Locke.
Locke lands with an overhand left.
Locke throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Tate Iii on the side of the head.
Locke punishes Tate Iii's body with a nice straight punch.
Locke lands the left hand.
Locke jabs Tate Iii right on the nose. Tate Iii blinks but takes it well.
Locke lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
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!
Locke thuds his right hand into Tate Iii's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#ROC2#Tate Iii is rocked!
Locke throws a hook but Tate Iii blocks it.
Oh Tate Iii is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tate Iii seems to have got his legs back now.
Tate Iii on the wrong end of a nice hook.#T2#
Locke connects with a body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Locke lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Locke scores with a jab. Tate Iii acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Locke scores with a sloppy right hand. Tate Iii should have avoided that one.
Locke connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tate Iii. Tate Iii circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Locke digs a good hook to Tate Iii's body.
Locke smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A jab from Locke finds it's way through Tate Iii's defenses.
Locke lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Locke tries to clinch but Tate Iii is having none of it.
Tate Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Locke moves away.
Tate Iii misses with a few strikes there.
Tate Iii on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Locke scores with a shot to the body.
Nice cross by Locke.#T3#
Tate Iii slips a jab and a cross from Locke.
Locke tests Tate Iii's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Locke tries to clinch up.
Tate Iii walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Tate Iii walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Locke avoids nicely.
Locke scores with a jab to the jaw.#KD2#
Locke connects with a beautiful left hand that drops Tate Iii onto his butt! Tate Iii bounces straight back up though - he's OK. After the ref checks him out, we're back to the action.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Locke was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Locke avoids it well.
Locke wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Locke is working the combinations to good effect here.
Locke fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tate Iii on the side of the head.
Tate Iii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tate Iii misses with an uppercut. Locke saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Locke on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Tate Iii takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T4#
Tate Iii ducks right into an uppercut from Locke.
Locke goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Locke lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
The fight stays on the outside here - Locke looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Locke connects with a quick right hand that sends Tate Iii tumbling backwards onto the canvas! As his head bounces into the ropes, it doesn't look good for him beating the count! 3,4,5,6,7 and he's up! No, he's back down again! This one is all over - the referee has called off the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Ryan Locke!
A victorious Ryan Locke thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Flair 61
Date: Nov 04, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii scores with a nice right hand. #CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Tate Iii lands a jab.
Sankari throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tate Iii counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 60
Date: Oct 21, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii lands a right hook to the body.
Obilic connects with a nice looking jab.
Milos Obilic seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Obilic gets a clinch.
Obilic lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Obilic.
Tate Iii is working for takedown but Obilic is calmly controlling the position for now.
Obilic lands with a left to the head.
Obilic lands a left hand.
A short body shot lands from Obilic as the two fighters clinch.
Tate Iii jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Obilic walks away with a smile on his face. Tate Iii gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Obilic takes the fight into the clinch.
Obilic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short body shot lands from Obilic as the two fighters clinch.
Tate Iii looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Obilic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Obilic pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Obilic blocks a body shot from Tate Iii.
Obilic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Obilic lands with a left to the head. #T1#
Tate Iii changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Obilic fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Milos Obilic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Curtis Tate Iii.
The fighters circle momentarily. Obilic darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Obilic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Tate Iii.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Obilic lands a jab to the nose.
Obilic uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tate Iii has time to react.
Obilic moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#CL#
Obilic moves into the clinch.
A short left from Obilic.
Tate Iii working hard to break the clinch.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Obilic has control.
Obilic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T2#
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii prevents a body shot from Obilic.
Obilic lands a body shot in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A short body shot lands from Obilic as the two fighters clinch.
Tate Iii looks winded!
Obilic digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Obilic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Obilic digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Obilic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Iii or not.
Obilic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
Obilic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
Obilic is leaning against Tate Iii and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A body shot lands from Obilic.
A right hand to the body from Obilic.
Obilic lands a body punch.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Obilic pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
Obilic is working Tate Iii over against the ropes.
Obilic lands a nice uppercut.
A short uppercut from Obilic.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Obilic.
Obilic softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Obilic lands a nice shot to the body.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Obilic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Obilic lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Obilic lands with a light punch inside.
Obilic digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Obilic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.
Obilic lands with a short shot to the head.
A hook to the body from Obilic.
Obilic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards. #T4#
A right hook to the body lands for Obilic.
Obilic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.
Obilic scores with a nice hook to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Obilic.
A short body shot lands from Obilic as the two fighters clinch.
Obilic lands a shot to the body.
Obilic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
A short body shot lands from Obilic as the two fighters clinch.
Obilic lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Obilic.
Obilic is leaning against Tate Iii and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Obilic lands with a short shot to the head.
Obilic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Obilic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short uppercut from Obilic.
Obilic digs a right hand into Tate Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Iii's gas tank.
Obilic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Obilic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Milos Obilic 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#
Obilic throws out a powerful jab.
Obilic comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Obilic takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Tate Iii misses with a hook to the body
and Obilic counters with a stiff right hand.
Tate Iii with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Obilic to score with a decent uppercut.#CL#
Obilic pushes Tate Iii up against the ropes in a clinch.
Obilic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Obilic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Iii or not.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
Nice body punch from Obilic.
A right handed body shot lands from Obilic.
Good body shot from Obilic.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Obilic creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Obilic is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tate Iii can do to turn this around?
Tate Iii is breathing heavily.
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!
Obilic lands a nice shot to the body.
Milos Obilic has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
Obilic pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Good body shot from Obilic. #T1#
Obilic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Obilic.
Obilic lands a shot to the body.
Obilic lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Obilic lands a body punch.
Obilic digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Obilic lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Good body shot from Obilic.
Obilic presses Tate Iii against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Obilic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Obilic.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Obilic.
Obilic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Obilic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Iii or not.
Obilic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tate Iii takes a shot to the head.
Obilic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.#T2#
Nice body punch from Obilic.
A left hand lands to the body for Obilic.
Obilic scores with a hook to the body.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
Obilic lands a shot to the body.
Obilic cracks Tate Iii with a nice body shot.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Obilic.
A body shot lands from Obilic.
Obilic throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Obilic lands a right hand.
Obilic pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Obilic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Obilic lands a body punch in the clinch.
Obilic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.
Obilic keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Obilic lands a body shot in the clinch.
Obilic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T3#
Obilic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Obilic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Still in the clinch, Obilic scores with a nice short uppercut.
Nice body punch from Obilic.
A right hook to the body lands for Obilic.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Obilic.
A short uppercut from Obilic.
A short body shot lands from Obilic as the two fighters clinch.
Obilic lands a right hand.
Obilic lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Obilic lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Obilic is working Tate Iii over against the ropes.
A right hook to the body lands for Obilic.
A right hand to the body from Obilic.
Nice body punch from Obilic.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
Obilic lands a body shot. #T4#
Good body shot from Obilic.
Obilic lands a body shot.
Obilic lands with a right to the head.
Obilic lands a shot to the body.
Obilic digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A left hand lands to the body for Obilic.
Obilic lands a nice shot to the body.
Obilic lands a shoulder strike.
Obilic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Iii or not.
Obilic is working Tate Iii over against the ropes.
A short left from Obilic.
Obilic cracks Tate Iii with a nice body shot.
Obilic cracks Tate Iii with a nice body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Obilic is working Tate Iii over against the ropes.
A right handed body shot lands from Obilic.
Obilic lands a left hand.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Milos Obilic dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Tate Iii takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Obilic misses its target.
Obilic scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tate Iii in his tracks.
Tate Iii lands a two punch combo.
Tate Iii walks into a stiff left hand from Obilic.
Obilic is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Tate Iii on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Obilic with a hook.
Tate Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Obilic throwing a counter right hand but Tate Iii manages to avoid it.
Tate Iii misses with a shot to the body
and Obilic counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#Tate Iii is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Obilic moves into range and clinches up with Tate Iii.
Obilic working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tate Iii is still on wobbly legs! Can Obilic finish him?
Tate Iii is looking to take this one to the mat.
Tate Iii seems to have recovered his senses.
Tate Iii takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Obilic lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Obilic lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Obilic lands with a short shot to the head.
Obilic digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Obilic lands a body punch.
Obilic lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.
Obilic is working Tate Iii over against the ropes.
A body shot lands from Obilic.
A right hand to the body from Obilic.
A short right from Obilic on the inside.
Obilic lands a body shot.
Obilic lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Obilic scores with a hook to the body.
Obilic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Obilic scores with a hook to the body.
Obilic lands a shoulder strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Obilic.
Obilic scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Obilic makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T2#
A body shot lands from Obilic.
A right hand to the body from Obilic.
Obilic lands a nice uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Obilic.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
A right hand to the body from Obilic.
A right hook to the body lands for Obilic.
A right hand to the body from Obilic.
Good body shot from Obilic.
Obilic lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Obilic pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Obilic scores with a shot to the side of Tate Iii's head.
Obilic lands with a short shot to the head.
A hook to the body from Obilic.
A body shot lands from Obilic.
Obilic lands with a right to the head. #T3#
Obilic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Obilic scores with a nice hook to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Obilic.
Obilic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Obilic lands a right hand.
A nice left hand lands by Obilic.
Obilic lands a nice shot to the body.
Obilic is working Tate Iii over against the ropes.
Nice body punch from Obilic - that landed with a thud.
A left hand lands to the body for Obilic.
Obilic lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Obilic is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Obilic stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A short uppercut from Obilic.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Obilic works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Obilic cracks Tate Iii with a nice body shot.#T4#
Obilic lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Obilic.
A right hook to the body lands for Obilic.
Obilic digs a right hand into Tate Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Iii's gas tank.
Obilic lands a shot to the body.
Obilic lands a body punch.
Obilic lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Iii or not.
A body shot lands from Obilic.
A short right from Obilic.
Obilic lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Obilic lands a hook to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Obilic.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
Obilic lands a body punch.
Obilic works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
Curtis Tate Iii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Obilic digs a right hand into Tate Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Iii's gas tank.

And that's the end of the fight!
Milos Obilic showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Obilic 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 Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:24
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:24
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Milos Obilic!
Milos Obilic retains his super heavyweight title!
An out of breath Milos Obilic thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Flair 57
Date: Sep 23, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii connects with a nice looking jab. #CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Tate Iii lands a right and a left and another right! Sankari goes down! Oh, he's in big, big trouble! 3,4,5,6,7,8... he's up to one knee... 9,10! He can't beat the count - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 55
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
Talbain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Talbain misses the body punch #CL#
and Tate Iii moves into the clinch.
Tate Iii effectively controlling the action here.
Tate Iii has Talbain pushed against the ropes.
Talbain is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Talbain has double underhooks.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii missing with knees to the body.
Talbain is trying to stall.
Tate Iii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Talbain is trying to force a seperation but Tate Iii has the dominant position.#T1#
Tate Iii controlling the action here for a moment.
Talbain wants to break free but Tate Iii has control.
A hook to the body from Tate Iii.
Talbain managing to block the knees to the body from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Talbain is looking to break free of the clinch but Tate Iii has double underhooks.
Tate Iii manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Tate Iii working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Talbain has control.
Tate Iii is trying to push Talbain away but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Talbain is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Talbain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling the position.
Tate Iii stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Talbain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Tate Iii stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Talbain wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Talbain can't break the clinch.
Talbain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Talbain wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T3#
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Tate Iii takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Talbain taking a breather.
Talbain fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tate Iii is trying to push Talbain away but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Talbain is looking to break free of the clinch but Tate Iii has double underhooks.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tate Iii as Talbain tries to tie him up.
Tate Iii just leaning against Talbain, taking a breather.
We've been informed that Talbain has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Talbain tries a body shot but Tate Iii blocks it. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Talbain has control.
Tate Iii blocks a body shot from Talbain.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii prevents Talbain from breaking the clinch.
Talbain wants to break free but Tate Iii has control.
A frustrated look appears on Talbain's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Talbain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Talbain is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Stalling in the clinch from Tate Iii.
Talbain tries to stall but Tate Iii uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Talbain is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling him.
Talbain wants to get back to striking at distance but Tate Iii won't allow it.
Tate Iii trying to land knees to the body.
Tate Iii has Talbain pressed against the ropes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Talbain circles away quickly and effectively.
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Talbain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
Talbain misses with a looping right.
Tate Iii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Talbain throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Talbain needs to keep his hands up - Tate Iii had a free shot at his head there.
Talbain tries to clinch up.
Talbain closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tate Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Talbain.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Tate Iii lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Talbain goes down! The ref sends Tate Iii to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Talbain is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!#ROC#Talbain is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Jon Talbain has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Talbain does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Talbain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Talbain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Talbain can do to turn this around?
Tate Iii misses with an uppercut. Talbain saw that one coming.
Tate Iii looks to throw the jab but Talbain is out of range.
Talbain tries to clinch but Tate Iii is having none of it.
Talbain misses with the body kick
and Tate Iii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Talbain is looking to clinch but Tate Iii is avoiding it.
Talbain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Jab, jab by Tate Iii - just one landing.
Talbain bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Talbain tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tate Iii throws a body punch but Talbain moves out of range.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii. #T2#
Talbain throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #KD#
Tate Iii clips Talbain with a right and a left that makes him do the chicken dance for a couple of seconds. He touched his left hand down on the canvas so the referee steps between the fighters to give Talbain a standing 8 count before we can continue the bout.
Talbain is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Talbain looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Talbain seems to have recovered his senses.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tate Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Talbain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Talbain throws a sloppy head kick and Tate Iii moves out of range easily.
Talbain walks straight into a solid jab from Tate Iii. Oh, it looks like it's stumbled him! Tate Iii follows up with a big combo - a right followed by a left that knocks Talbain out cold! Talbain toppled like a tree, face planting on the canvas. Wow, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 53
Date: Aug 19, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii lands with a good body shot.
Braddock throws a series of punches but Tate Iii avoids them all with ease.
Braddock misses with the combination.
Tate Iii throws a counter combo.
Braddock takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CUT2#It looks like James Braddock has been cut.
Braddock misses with a looping left.
Braddock shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Tate Iii eats them both and turns towards Braddock to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Braddock throws a nice looking combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Braddock circles away quickly and effectively.
A quick step to the side and Braddock tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tate Iii lands the left hand.
Tate Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Tate Iii has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Braddock falls off balance throwing a combination
and Tate Iii counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Braddock circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Braddock throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tate Iii.
Braddock fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Braddock tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tate Iii was well out of range. Poor timing from Braddock.
Tate Iii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Braddock sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tate Iii throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Braddock connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Left hook, right uppercut from Tate Iii.
Braddock misses the shot to the body.
Tate Iii is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Braddock manages to avoid it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Braddock. Tate Iii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tate Iii wants to counter the offense by Braddock and move into the clinch position.
Tate Iii lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Braddock at a distance.
Braddock definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Braddock dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii. #T2#
Tate Iii throws a one two combo.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii slips a straight right by Braddock.
Braddock stalks Tate Iii and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tate Iii's face. Tate Iii staggers backwards, shaken.
Tate Iii just misses with a punch to the body.
Braddock tries to counter by clinching up but Tate Iii breaks away and moves out of range.
Tate Iii scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. #ROC2#Braddock is rocked!#CUT2#James Braddock's cut is getting worse.
Tate Iii lands a right and a left and another right! Braddock goes down! Oh, he's in big, big trouble! 3,4,5,6,7,8... he's up to one knee... 9,10! He can't beat the count - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 52
Date: Aug 12, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Sankari stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Tate Iii lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT2#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.#KD2#
A jab-cross combination lands for Tate Iii and sends Sankari crashing to the mat! Tate Iii follows him down to the mat - Sankari regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC2#Sankari is rocked!
Sankari is breathing heavily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tate Iii lands a big elbow - Sankari is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Tate Iii!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 5 1
Date: Aug 05, 2022

#R1#
Durant scores with a head kick. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Durant lands a leg kick that knocks Tate Iii off balance momentarily.
Tate Iii slips under a jab.
Tate Iii is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tate Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Durant counters with a low kick, right behind Tate Iii 's knee. #KD2#
Durant lands a front kick to the face, that drops Tate Iii to the canvas! Is he dazed or just shocked? He's back to his feet and the referee is going to allow him to continue the fight!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Durant. Durant obviously looking to wear him down.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Durant bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Curtis Tate Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD2#
Durant lands a front kick to the face, that drops Tate Iii to the canvas! Is he dazed or just shocked? He's back to his feet and the referee is going to allow him to continue the fight!
Tate Iii swings for the body but Durant moves out of range.
Durant jabs Tate Iii right on the nose. Tate Iii blinks but takes it well.#CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is getting worse.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tate Iii throws a predictable looking body shot
and Durant connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Durant ducks under and follows up with a left that Durant also avoids with ease.
Tate Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Durant connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tate Iii swings widly with a right hand
and Durant counters with an inside leg kick.
Durant throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tate Iii.#KD2#
Durant throws out a head kick that Tate Iii doesn't see coming - it connects and sends Tate Iii crashing to the mat face first! He's bounced up to his knees and is scrambling to get back to his feet and beat the count. He's up on 5 but still looks a bit groggy; will the referee allow it to continue??? He's taking a good look into Tate Iii's eyes and has decided to let it go on!#ROC2#Tate Iii is rocked!#CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tate Iii throws a combination. Durant tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Tate Iii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Durant counters with a head kick from the bowels of hell that crumples Tate Iii! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Kevin Durant!
During a confident post fight interview, Kevin Durant thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Flair 49
Date: Jul 15, 2022

#R1#
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Crusader let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Crusader moves to clinch but Tate Iii breaks away
and Tate Iii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Crusader lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Crusader .#CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Crusader tries to clinch up but Tate Iii circles away and keeps his distance.
Tate Iii seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
A jab from Tate Iii finds it's way through Crusader 's defenses.
Tate Iii lands a lovely overhand right.
Crusader wants to clinch but Tate Iii slips to the side
and Tate Iii counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Crusader looks winded!#KD#
Tate Iii lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Crusader goes down! The ref sends Tate Iii to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Crusader is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!#ROC#Crusader is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A shot to the liver by Tate Iii. Beautiful body shot.
Crusader is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii scores with a jab to the body.
Crusader seems to have recovered his senses.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Tate Iii moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Crusader ! Tate Iii continues to tee off on Crusader , landing with a left and a right! Tate Iii connects with a right hand that leaves Crusader sleeping against the ropes! What a finish by Tate Iii!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Pain and Gain
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
Tate is looking to clinch.
Tate throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Tate Iii counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Tate Iii tries to break free but Tate pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Tate Iii is stalling here.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Tate has control.
Tate looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate working aggressively here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tate Iii - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tate Iii managing to block the knees to the body from Tate.
Tate Iii is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tate is defending well for now.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't. #T1#
Tate is trying to force a seperation but Tate Iii has the dominant position.
Tate Iii lands a left hand. #CUT#It looks like William Tate has been cut.
Tate Iii stalls.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Tate has double underhooks.
Tate Iii lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tate Iii tries to break free but Tate pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Tate keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate's efforts to push away.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Tate has control.
Tate looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tate tries to break free but Tate Iii pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate Iii's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tate wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tate Iii keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate's efforts to push away.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tate Iii - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tate can't find room to land a body shot as Tate Iii controls the action.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch.
Tate keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Tate is trying to stall.
Tate Iii misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tate.
Tate Iii dodges an elbow strike from Tate.
Tate Iii effectively controlling the action here.
Tate tries a body shot but Tate Iii blocks it.
Tate Iii throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tate blocks it with crossed arms.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tate Iii's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Tate throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tate Iii blocks it with crossed arms. #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.
Tate is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling him.
Tate is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Tate working aggressively here.
Come on Tate Iii - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Tate letting Tate Iii take a breather here.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Tate has him pressed against the ropes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate Iii is struggling to control the position.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tate has him pressed against the ropes.
A left hand lands to the body for Tate Iii.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on William Tate's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Tate fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tate uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tate Iii.
Tate tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Tate Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Tate ducks right into an uppercut from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tate can do to turn this around?
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii keeps the fight on the outside.
Tate throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tate fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Tate does a little dance to reset his feet.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tate Iii keeps the fight on the outside.
As Tate looks to move away, Tate Iii throws a big counter combo but Tate just gets out of the way.
Tate falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. #T1#
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Tate has double underhooks.
Tate Iii gets through Tate's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tate dodges an elbow strike from Tate Iii.
Tate managing to block the knees to the body from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Tate keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Tate keeps him there for the moment.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Come on Tate Iii - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Tate Iii for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Tate Iii is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tate is defending well for now.
Tate wants to break free but Tate Iii has control. #T2#
Tate Iii is trying to push Tate away but Tate has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Tate Iii stalling.
Tate Iii presses Tate against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tate is trying to maintain a safe position but Tate Iii gets an underhook and turns Tate into the ropes.
Tate Iii lands a right hand.
Tate is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate misses with the head strike.
Tate looking to slow down the pace here.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Tate is controlling him.
Tate looking to stall. #T3#
Tate keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Tate Iii lands with a short shot to the head.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tate has him pressed against the ropes.
The referee calls for Tate Iii to work.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tate Iii seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tate has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tate tries to circle away but Tate Iii has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate letting Tate Iii take a breather here.
Tate Iii displaying some good clinch control by pressing Tate up against the ropes.#T4#
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Tate Iii stalling.
Tate looking to throw knees to the head but Tate Iii is blocking nicely.
Tate Iii slowing the pace effectively.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Curtis Tate Iii.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on William Tate's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Tate takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Tate Iii ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Tate Iii misses the jab.
Tate tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves away
and Tate Iii counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tate fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tate Iii manages to avoid it.
Tate throws a left and a right that both miss #CL#
and Tate Iii counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Tate has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate Iii throws an elbow that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for Tate Iii to work.
Tate is trying to stall.
Tate Iii blocks a body shot from Tate. #T1#
Tate Iii taking a breather.
Tate on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Tate Iii stalling against the ropes.
Tate is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling him.
Tate Iii lands a body shot.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tate Iii with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Tate is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tate Iii is keeping busy.
Tate Iii effectively controlling the action here.
Tate wants to break free but Tate Iii has control. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tate looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tate is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tate is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tate Iii is keeping busy.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Tate is trying to slow the pace down but that's a couple of times in a row that he's tried to get underhooks and Tate Iii has denied him.
Tate Iii tries to break free but Tate pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Tate has control.
Tate wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.#T3#
Tate Iii slows down the pace here.
Tate Iii tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Tate Iii stalling against the ropes.
Tate Iii working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tate Iii is trying to push Tate away but Tate has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Tate Iii works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tate Iii lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Tate fails to land.
Tate Iii tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Tate Iii just leaning against Tate, taking a breather. #T4#
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Tate Iii lands a right hand that snaps the head of Tate backwards.
Tate Iii leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Tate tries to break free but Tate Iii pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate taking a breather.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Tate has control.
Tate is trying to break free.
Tate is trying to maintain a safe position but Tate Iii gets an underhook and turns Tate into the ropes.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate Iii looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Tate prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.
William Tate has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Curtis Tate Iii is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tate tries a knee to the head but Tate Iii blocks it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 30:26
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:26
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 46
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1##KD#
Tate Iii closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Sankari crashing to the mat! Sankari uses the ropes to get back to his feet and beat the count. The referee looks concerned but he's going to allow it to continue!#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Tate Iii cracks a nice hook into Sankari's ribs.
Sankari falls off balance throwing a combination #CL#
and Tate Iii counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Tate Iii taking a breather.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Tate Iii for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Tate Iii breaks the clinch.
Sankari takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sankari looks winded!
Sankari wants to clinch but Tate Iii slips to the side
and Tate Iii counters with a left and a right... and another left... and another!! That last one turned off the lights! Sankari has no idea who he is and is as he gazes up at the spotlights. Brutal knockout!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 45
Date: Jun 18, 2022

#R1#
Braddock slips a straight right by Tate Iii.
Braddock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Braddock with a series of wild strikes but Braddock uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tate Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Braddock moves away.
Braddock throws a nice looking combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tate Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.
Braddock throws a combination that misses
enabling Tate Iii to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like James Braddock has been cut.
Braddock takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Braddock misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii lands a jab to Braddock's midsection.
Tate Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Braddock is just out of range.
Tate Iii scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sloppy strikes from Braddock. Those never looked like landing.
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Braddock misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Braddock misses with an uppercut
and Tate Iii counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T1#
Sloppy strikes from Braddock. Those never looked like landing. #KD#
Tate Iii clips Braddock with a right and a left that makes him do the chicken dance for a couple of seconds. He touched his left hand down on the canvas so the referee steps between the fighters to give Braddock a standing 8 count before we can continue the bout.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination. Braddock sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.#ROC#Braddock is rocked!
Braddock backs away from a small jab... but Tate Iii lunges forward with a huge superman punch! Braddock crumples to the ground as his mouth piece is sent flying! Tate Iii with a spectacular finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 44
Date: Jun 10, 2022

#R1#
Braddock pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tate Iii misses with a hook.
A swing and a miss from Braddock.
Braddock feints a jab promting Tate Iii to slip. Braddock then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Tate Iii slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Tate Iii ducks under a wild hook from Braddock.
Braddock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A shot to the liver by Tate Iii. Beautiful body shot.
A left and a right from Tate Iii both land. Nice combination. #CUT#It looks like James Braddock has been cut.
Tate Iii moves away from the strike by Braddock.
Tate Iii misses with a straight right.
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Braddock throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tate Iii scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tate Iii lands a lovely overhand right.#T1#
Braddock swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Tate Iii counters with a nice body shot. #KD#
Tate Iii drops Braddock with a nice combination! Tate Iii dives into Braddock's guard, looking to finish! #ROC#Braddock is rocked!
Braddock avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Braddock is still in real trouble! Can Tate Iii finish him?
Tate Iii advances position into side control!
Braddock seems to have recovered his senses.
Tate Iii takes a little break here. Braddock wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#T2##SUB#
Braddock reaches up around Tate Iii's neck trying to control. But Tate Iii takes advantage instantly and he's locked on an arm triangle! Big trouble for Braddock! Oh that looks nasty! A human being's head is not meant to turn that color! Braddock is out! He's gone limp! The ref steps in to break the fighters up and Tate Iii celebrates the victory with the fans!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Super Fight
Date: May 27, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.#KD#
Tate Iii clips Sankari with a right and a left that makes him do the chicken dance for a couple of seconds. He touched his left hand down on the canvas so the referee steps between the fighters to give Sankari a standing 8 count before we can continue the bout.
Tate Iii plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops Sankari to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! Sankari just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 42
Date: May 13, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burger looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Tate Iii misses the body punch
and Burger counters with a big head kick but Tate Iii shrugs it off.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Burger bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Burger counters with a body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Burger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Tate Iii throws a sloppy body shot
and Burger counters with a stiff right hand.
Burger's coach down at Cozad MMA Las Vegas was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Burger's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Burger misses the shot to the body.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Burger appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Tate Iii throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Burger counters with a head kick.
Burger lands with a slapping head kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Burger explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Curtis Tate Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and shrugs it off. #T1#
A jab lands there for Burger.
Tate Iii scores with a nice right hand.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination. Burger sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tate Iii dips to his left and cracks Burger with an uppercut!
Burger showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Burger is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Tate Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii falls off balance throwing a combination
and Burger counters with an inside leg kick.
Burger lands with a kick to the temple. Tate Iii shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Burger avoids nicely.
Tate Iii connects with a crisp jab.
Tate Iii throws a sloppy body shot
and Burger counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tate Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Burger moves away.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab
and Burger counters with a thumping low kick.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Burger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#KD2#
Burger lands a big head kick that sends Tate Iii tumbling to the mat! Burger takes a step backwards and waves Tate Iii back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Tate Iii is rocked!#KD2#
Burger lands a big right hand that sends Tate Iii crashing to the mat! Burger stays standing though and waves Tate Iii back to his feet!
Oh Tate Iii is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Tate Iii bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Burger's head backwards.
Burger thows a body kick. Tate Iii tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Tate Iii seems to have got his legs back now.
Burger with a nice calf kick.
Tate Iii paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice uppercut there from Burger.
Tate Iii swings widly with a right hand #KD2#
and Burger counters with a crisp one two that drops Tate Iii! Burger thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Tate Iii to his feet! Tate Iii is in big trouble!
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burger was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
Burger slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A shot to the liver by Burger. Beautiful body shot.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Burger.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Burger.
Burger throws a nice head kick! #CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is getting worse.#T4#
Tate Iii swings away with a body shot that misses
and Burger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Burger connects with a good right hand that stumbles Tate Iii. Tate Iii circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Burger punishes Tate Iii's body with a nice straight punch.
Burger scores with a nice body kick.
Burger connects with a jab.
Burger defending well as Tate Iii loads up on a big left hand.
Tate Iii throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Burger counters with a stiff right hand.
Burger throws a nice head kick! #KD2#
Burger lands a big head kick that sends Tate Iii tumbling to the mat! Burger takes a step backwards and waves Tate Iii back to his feet - he wants the finish!
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Burger slips a straight right by Tate Iii.
Burger let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Burger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Burger scores with a jab to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sebastian Burger dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Burger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tate Iii misses with a hook
and Burger counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Burger lands with a right hand.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Burger looks to score with a jab to the body but Tate Iii is just out of range.
Burger plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Burger scoring well with a low kick there.
Tate Iii takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sebastian Burger seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burger lands with a slapping head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Burger.
Tate Iii takes a swing at Burger's ribcage but misses.
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!
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burger was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
Burger has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1#
Burger connects with a single shot there.
Tate Iii throws a jab but it's blocked by Burger.
Burger lands a glancing blow to the side of Tate Iii's head.
Good standup being displayed there by Tate Iii as he connects with a hook.
Burger avoids the body shot from Tate Iii.
Burger looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Burger scoring well with a low kick there.
Burger lands a body shot.
Burger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Burger swings for the body but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Burger moves away from the strike by Tate Iii.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Burger does a little dance to reset his feet.
Burger throws out a powerful jab.#T2#
Tate Iii throws a jab when Burger was well out of range.
Tate Iii throws a sloppy body shot
and Burger counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd cheers as Burger lands an impressive looking overhand right. Tate Iii doesn't seem phased though.
Tate Iii goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Burger looks to score with a jab to the body but Tate Iii is just out of range.
Burger connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Burger throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Tate Iii falls off balance throwing a combination
and Burger connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Burger avoids it well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Burger. #T3#
Burger connects with a looping right hand.
Tate Iii swings widly with a right hand
letting Burger counter with a right hand.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Burger avoids nicely.
Burger lands a glancing blow to the side of Tate Iii's head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Burger.
Tate Iii swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Tate Iii looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Tate Iii connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Tate Iii takes one to the side of the head.
Tate Iii throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Burger sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Burger lands a high kick! #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii blocks a head kick by Burger.
A swing and a miss from Burger.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD2#
and Burger counters with a head kick that drops Tate Iii to the mat! Tate Iii scrambles across the canvas and gets back to his feet, still wobbly!
Burger uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Tate Iii has time to react.
Tate Iii misses with a lunging right hand
and Burger counters with a slapping leg kick.
Burger scores with a head kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Burger was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Burger ducks right into an uppercut from Tate Iii.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sebastian Burger showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Burger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tate Iii.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Tate Iii might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Burger cracks a nice hook into Tate Iii's ribs.
Tate Iii scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Burger uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Burger throws an off balance right hand
letting Tate Iii counter with a right hand.
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Burger was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
A big left from Tate Iii misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Burger lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Burger moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Tate Iii scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burger scores with a hook.#T1#
Burger rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tate Iii moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tate Iii misses the jab.
Tate Iii throws a good cross that connects.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Burger circles away quickly and effectively.
Burger dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Burger lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
A countering left hand to the body from Burger misses.
Burger lands a nice hook to Tate Iii's body. Tate Iii takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Burger uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tate Iii. #T2#
Crunch! Burger slams his shin into Tate Iii's torso.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Tate Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Burger follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Tate Iii throws a lazy uppercut
and Burger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Burger jabs Tate Iii right on the nose. Tate Iii blinks but takes it well.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Burger with a series of wild strikes but Burger uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Burger let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Burger makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Whack! Burger lands a heavy head kick that drops Tate Iii. The ref tackles Burger to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Tate Iii was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Sebastian Burger!
Sebastian Burger is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 41
Date: Apr 29, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Powerhous fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Powerhous has his takedown stuffed
and Tate Iii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Powerhous.
Powerhous will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boxing Powerhous.
Powerhous is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Tate Iii.
Powerhous avoids a punch combination nicely.
Powerhous scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tate Iii doesn't seem bothered though.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Tate Iii throws a lazy uppercut
and Powerhous cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.#T1#
Sloppy strikes from Tate Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Powerhous darts in looking for a takedown but Tate Iii gets double underhooks and turns Powerhous into the cage.
Tate Iii ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Powerhous looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii cracks a nice hook into Powerhous's ribs.
Powerhous gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tate Iii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Powerhous wants to counter with a clinch but Tate Iii pushes him away.
Tate Iii avoids the head kick by Powerhous.
Powerhous tries to land a body kick#CL#
and Tate Iii moves into the clinch.
Tate Iii looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tate Iii is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Powerhous gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Powerhous has him pressed against the cage.
Powerhous tries to pull guard but Tate Iii holds him up against the cage and eventually Powerhous drops back down to his feet. #T2#
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Powerhous has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tate Iii avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#BC2#
Powerhous breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tate Iii misses with a looping left.
Powerhous changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tate Iii pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tate Iii goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tate Iii's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tate Iii duly obliges.
Tate Iii cracks Powerhous with a good jab.
Powerhous fails with the takedown#CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch.
Powerhous trying to control the position but instead, Tate Iii has worked for underhooks and has pushed Powerhous into the cage.#BC2#
Powerhous breaks from the clinch. #T3#
Powerhous throws a head kick but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Tate Iii avoids a kick to the body.
Tate Iii tries to counter with a takedown but Powerhous is quick to defend against it.
Tate Iii misses with a lunging right hand
and Powerhous counters with a left and a right that stings Tate Iii.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tate Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Powerhous is just out of range.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Powerhous.
Powerhous changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tate Iii lands a nice shot to the body.
Powerhous scores with a three punch combo!
Tate Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Tate Iii looks to throw the jab but Powerhous is out of range.
Powerhous looks for a takedown but Tate Iii sprawls well.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Powerhous. #T4#
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Powerhous steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tate Iii.
Nice takedown defense from Tate Iii. No joy for Powerhous on that attempt.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Horrible takedown attempt by Powerhous or perhaps it was just good defense by Tate Iii, which made it look bad.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Powerhous is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tate Iii sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
It looked like Tate Iii wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #CL2#
Powerhous closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Tate Iii struggles to land a body shot inside as Powerhous controls his hands. #TD#
Tate Iii manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Powerhous postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Powerhous ducks right into an uppercut from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii leaves Powerhous with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tate Iii half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Curtis Tate Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
Powerhous closes the distance and clinches up with Tate Iii, looking for a takedown. Powerhous pushes Tate Iii against the cage but Tate Iii circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Powerhous fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boxing Powerhous.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
Powerhous showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws the left hand but Powerhous avoids the punch easily.#T1#
Powerhous tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Powerhous closes this distance looking for a takedown but Tate Iii circles away.
As Powerhous looks to move away, Tate Iii throws a big counter combo but Powerhous just gets out of the way.
Tate Iii lands with a good body shot.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Powerhous bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Powerhous throws a big counter head kick but Tate Iii avoids it with no problem.
Tate Iii keeps the fight on the outside.
Tate Iii half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Powerhous tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Powerhous shoots in looking for a takedown. Tate Iii tries to sprawl out of it but Powerhous keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tate Iii manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Powerhous is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Tate Iii!
Powerhous gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Powerhous does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Powerhous circles away quickly and effectively.
Powerhous has a takedown stuffed.
Powerhous tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
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!
Sloppy strikes from Tate Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Powerhous shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#T3#
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Powerhous misses with a head kick.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Powerhous is defended easily by Tate Iii.
Powerhous misses with an attempted mid kick.
Powerhous showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Powerhous dives in and grabs Tate Iii's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tate Iii pushes down on Powerhous's head and hops out.
Tate Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Powerhous.
Tate Iii throws a big counter combination but Powerhous scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Powerhous can do to turn this around?
Tate Iii throws a combination. Powerhous tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#T4#
Powerhous tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Powerhous tries to clinch up but Tate Iii circles away and keeps his distance.
A shot to the liver by Tate Iii. Beautiful body shot.
Tate Iii throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Powerhous on the side of the head.
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
Tate Iii throws a jab but it's blocked by Powerhous.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Powerhous tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Tate Iii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Sloppy strikes from Tate Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Powerhous avoids nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Powerhous tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tate Iii swivels and escapes.
Powerhous fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tate Iii avoids it really well and circles away.
Tate Iii tries to counter with a takedown but Powerhous is quick to defend against it.
Tate Iii thuds his right hand into Powerhous's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Powerhous.
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Powerhous feints a counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Powerhous manages to avoid it.
Powerhous fails with the takedown
letting Tate Iii counter with a right hand.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Boxing Powerhous.#T1#
Tate Iii connects with a nice looking jab.
Tate Iii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Powerhous.
Despite the aggression on Powerhous's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Tate Iii scores with a decent looking hook.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Powerhous moves out of range.
Powerhous unleashes a big counter combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Powerhous avoids nicely.
Tate Iii sets himself, and Powerhous steps forward looking for the clinch! Tate Iii avoids it this time.
Powerhous uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Powerhous tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tate Iii swivels and escapes.
Powerhous throws a body shot but no joy.
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Powerhous moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Powerhous tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Powerhous moves into the clinch.
Powerhous is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T2##TD#
Tate Iii successfully pulls guard.
Powerhous is working Tate Iii over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Tate Iii is trying to control the position from the bottom. #ES#
Tate Iii is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Powerhous presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Tate Iii drags the fight down to the ground.
Powerhous prevents Tate Iii from getting back to his feet.
Powerhous must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Powerhous is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tate Iii trying to control the position. #T3#
Tate Iii seems keen to control Powerhous's posture.#SUB#
Tate Iii had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Powerhous defends it easily.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Powerhous has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Tate Iii is proving hard to escape from. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Powerhous tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Tate Iii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Powerhous avoids it well.
A big left from Tate Iii misses.
Tate Iii lands a jab to the nose.
Powerhous has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Nice takedown defense from Tate Iii. No joy for Powerhous on that attempt.
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
Tate Iii stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Tate Iii leaves Powerhous with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:25
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:26
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 40
Date: Apr 22, 2022

#R1#
The fight stays on the outside here - Sankari looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Sankari throws a combination that misses
and Tate Iii cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sankari looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sankari wants to clinch up but Tate Iii keeps it at a distance.
Tate Iii throws an overhand right that has Sankari reeling! Tate Iii follows up with more punches and Sankari is out cold! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 38
Date: Apr 09, 2022

#R1#
Crusader takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tate Iii keeps the fight on the outside.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Crusader avoids it well.
Crusader swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tate Iii takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Tate Iii lands a nice shot to the body.
Tate Iii takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Tate Iii defending well as Crusader loads up on a big left hand.
Tate Iii shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Crusader eats them both and turns towards Tate Iii to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Crusader throws a right hand that Tate Iii ducks under and follows up with a left that Tate Iii also avoids with ease.
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crusader tries to clinch up.
Tate Iii jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Crusader moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Crusader avoids the body shot from Tate Iii.
Crusader misses with a few strikes there.
Tate Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Tate Iii goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Tate Iii scores with a jab to the head.
A lazy left from Crusader finds it's target.
Tate Iii uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Crusader has time to react.
Crusader stalks Tate Iii and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Tate Iii's face. Tate Iii staggers backwards, shaken.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Sloppy strikes from Tate Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Crusader throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tate Iii.
It looked like Tate Iii was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crusader avoids a punch combination nicely.
Crusader has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tate Iii cracks Crusader with an open hand slap.#T2#
Crusader tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Crusader is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Crusader scores with a punch to the head.
Tate Iii is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Crusader .#CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Tate Iii throws a body punch but Crusader moves out of range.
Crusader doesn't manage to clinch there - Tate Iii circles away.
Crusader closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a left and a right that stings Crusader .
Tate Iii scores with a nice strike.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Crusader avoids it well.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Crusader avoids it well. #T3#
Tate Iii moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
A punch combination from Crusader misses.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Crusader tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Crusader bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Crusader is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tate Iii with a body shot.
Tate Iii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tate Iii slips a jab and a cross from Crusader .
A nice combination there by Crusader .
Crusader walks into a straight right hand from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Crusader ducks under and follows up with a left that Crusader also avoids with ease.
Crusader tries to clinch up
enabling Tate Iii to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Tate Iii with a nice cross.
Crusader misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tate Iii.
Crusader avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Tate Iii throws a series of strikes that have Crusader backpedaling.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Crusader bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Crusader is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crusader misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A shot to the liver by Tate Iii. Beautiful body shot.
Crusader moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Tate Iii lands an overhand right.
Crusader misses with a few strikes there.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Nice shot by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#ROC#Crusader is rocked!
Crusader smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Crusader avoids it well.
No joy there for Crusader , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Crusader is sent reeling backwards by a solid uppercut. He barely regains his balance and Tate Iii moves in for the kill throwing a continuous barrage of punches that force the ref to step in.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:49 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 37
Date: Apr 02, 2022

#R1#
Talbain moves to clinch but Tate Iii breaks away
and Tate Iii counters with a series of strikes. Talbain will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tate Iii just misses with a punch to the body.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Talbain moves out of range.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Tate Iii misses the target.
Tate Iii lands with a straight right. Talbain didn't see that one coming.
Tate Iii lands a nice shot that snaps Talbain's head back. #ROC#Talbain is rocked!
Talbain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Tate Iii misses its intended target. #KD#
Talbain walks into a straight right hand and goes down! Tate Iii rushes to a neutral corner so the count doesn't get delayed but Talbain has made it back to his feet on 5. He's OK so we're back to the action.
Talbain is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Tate Iii connects with a picture perfect right hand that knocks Talbain out cold! This one is over in a flash!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: SPRING BASH
Date: Mar 23, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Talbain was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
Talbain slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
Talbain throws a right and a left that Tate Iii avoids nicely.
Tate Iii connects with a body shot that sends Talbain's belly button to the back.
Talbain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii looks to land a right hand but Talbain moved out of range.
Talbain swings for the body but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Talbain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Talbain throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Talbain ducks under and follows up with a left that Talbain also avoids with ease.
Talbain tries a quick counter leg kick but Tate Iii is wise to it.
Talbain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tate Iii throws a lazy right hand but Talbain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the side of Talbain's head but Talbain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Tate Iii avoids the head kick by Talbain. #T1#
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tate Iii seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Talbain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Talbain moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Talbain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Talbain misses with a head kick.
Tate Iii swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Talbain throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii.
Talbain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Talbain keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Talbain has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Talbain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Talbain keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Talbain has control. #T2#
Talbain has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Talbain has him pinned against the ropes.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Talbain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii misses with a body punch.
Talbain is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Talbain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Talbain has had enough of the clinch but Tate Iii keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii stalling against the ropes.
Talbain tries to circle away but Tate Iii has him pinned against the ropes.
Talbain tries to circle away but Tate Iii has him pinned against the ropes.#T3#
Tate Iii throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Talbain doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling him.
Tate Iii just leaning against Talbain, taking a breather.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Talbain has him pinned against the ropes.
Talbain tries to work over Tate Iii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Talbain tries to work over Tate Iii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Tate Iii lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Talbain backwards.
Talbain is trying to break free.
Talbain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Talbain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Talbain has the dominant position.
Talbain has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Talbain is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii lands with a left to the head.
Tate Iii keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Talbain's efforts to push away.
Talbain is trying to push Tate Iii away but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Talbain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Talbain looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tate Iii has Talbain pressed against the ropes, preventing Talbain from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Talbain misses with an elbow over the top.
Talbain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii just leaning against Talbain, taking a breather.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tate Iii throws an elbow that misses.
Talbain is trying to break free.
Tate Iii prevents Talbain from breaking the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
That's time! Tate Iii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Talbain lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Talbain walks into a straight right hand from Tate Iii.
Talbain takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Talbain dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Talbain manages to avoid it.
Talbain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Talbain tries to clinch but Tate Iii is having none of it.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Talbain wants to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a two punch combo.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Talbain tries to clinch up but Tate Iii circles away and keeps his distance.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Talbain takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Talbain takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Talbain can do to turn this around?#T1#
Talbain throws a low kick but Tate Iii moves out of range easily.
Talbain misses with a wild combination.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Talbain looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Talbain.
Tate Iii misses with a straight left.
Tate Iii avoids the head kick by Talbain.
Tate Iii tries to counter by clinching up but Talbain breaks away and moves out of range.
Talbain wants to clinch up but Tate Iii keeps it at a distance.
It looked like Tate Iii was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Talbain motions for Tate Iii to come forward. Talbain throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Talbain throws a leg kick #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by clinching up.
Tate Iii looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Talbain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.#T2#
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling him.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Talbain has him pinned against the ropes.
A frustrated look appears on Talbain's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Talbain is trying to stall.
Talbain avoids a wild elbow strike from Tate Iii.
A frustrated look appears on Talbain's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes.
A frustrated look appears on Talbain's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Talbain wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tate Iii as Talbain tries to tie him up. #T3#
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Talbain has the dominant position.
Tate Iii tries a body shot but Talbain blocks it.
Tate Iii managing to block the knees to the body from Talbain.
Talbain tries to break free but Tate Iii pushes him back against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Talbain is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Talbain tries to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling the position.
Tate Iii is trying to push Talbain away but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Talbain has had enough of the clinch but Tate Iii keeps him there for the moment.
Talbain wants to break free but Tate Iii has control.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows. #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.
Talbain wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Tate Iii has him pressed against the ropes.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling the position.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Tate Iii presses Talbain against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Tate Iii pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the ropes.
Talbain is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tate Iii is keeping busy.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Talbain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii is trying to push Talbain away but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Tate Iii is trying to push Talbain away but Talbain has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Talbain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Talbain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tate Iii lands with a shot to the body.
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Talbain. Tate Iii does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tate Iii swings widly with a right hand
enabling Talbain to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talbain lands with a cross.
Talbain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tate Iii lands with a shot to the body.
Talbain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tate Iii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Tate Iii sizes up Talbain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Talbain dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Talbain moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Talbain lands with an overhand left.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tate Iii throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Talbain's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Talbain moves out of range.
Curtis Tate Iii is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Talbain throws a body kick that misses.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Talbain tries to clinch up.
Talbain is looking to clinch.
Talbain wants to clinch.
Tate Iii was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Talbain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii scores with a decent looking hook.
Tate Iii ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Talbain is looking for the big counter here.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Talbain tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Tate Iii to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Talbain fails in his attempt to clinch.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Talbain swings for the body but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Talbain.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Talbain throws a jab but it's blocked by Tate Iii. #T4#
The fight stays on the outside here - Talbain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tate Iii lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Tate Iii throws an overhand right that lands on Talbain's shoulder, as Talbain tries to avoid the shot.
Tate Iii moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromTalbain.
Talbain tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range.
A punch combination from Talbain misses.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Talbain manages to avoid it.
Talbain doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Talbain misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Talbain.
Jon Talbain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Curtis Tate Iii is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Tate Iii lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 34
Date: Mar 12, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut! #CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks winded!
Sankari with a lazy takedown attempt
and Tate Iii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#KD#
Tate Iii cracks Sankari with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Tate Iii has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Sankari to stand back up!#ROC#Sankari is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tate Iii lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Sankari - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Tate Iii!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 33
Date: Mar 05, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Burger avoids them all with ease.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Burger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Burger ducks under a wild hook from Tate Iii.
A left and a right from Tate Iii both land. Nice combination.
Burger throws a head kick that looked like it stung. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Burger.
Burger pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Burger with a nice cross.
Burger scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tate Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot #KD2#
and whilst Tate Iii still has his hands down, Burger counters with a perfectly aimed head kick that sends Tate Iii crashing to the mat! Will he recover? 3,4,5,6,7 - he's back up! The referee looks into his eyes and asks him to walk forwards. He's going to allow this one to continue but will Tate Iii be able to survive another onslaught?
Burger slips a straight right by Tate Iii.#T1#
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tate Iii takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Burger throws a good cross that connects.
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tate Iii looks to land a right hand but Burger moved out of range.
Burger sizes up Tate Iii with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Burger's coach down at Cozad MMA Rio was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Burger's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Curtis Tate Iii seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A head kick from Burger lands but Tate Iii takes it in his stride.
Burger takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tate Iii misses with a hook to the body
and Burger counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Burger.
Burger scoring well with a low kick there.
Burger slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tate Iii swinging wildly here.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Burger moves out of range.
Tate Iii scores with a punch to the head.
Tate Iii throws a body punch but Burger moves out of range.
Burger throws a big counter head kick but Tate Iii avoids it with no problem.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Burger moves out of range.
Tate Iii throws an overhand right that lands on Burger's shoulder, as Burger tries to avoid the shot.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii. #T3#
Burger slips under a jab.
Burger lands with a slapping head kick. #CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is getting worse.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Burger lands with a right hand.
Tate Iii swings widly with a right hand
and Burger counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tate Iii lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Burger at a distance.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Burger with a series of wild strikes but Burger uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tate Iii takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tate Iii misses with a lunging right hand
and Burger counters with a thumping low kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Burger fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tate Iii.
A right-left combo lands from Tate Iii.
Burger punishes Tate Iii's body with a nice straight punch.
Burger throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Good standup being displayed there by Burger as he connects with a hook.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that misses
and Burger counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tate Iii clobbers Burger with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Burger throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Burger swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Having scored a knockdown, Sebastian Burger should take round 1, putting pressure on his opponene back strong in round 2.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Burger circles away quickly and effectively.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that misses
and Burger counters with a right hand to the body.
Burger moves out of range as Tate Iii strikes.
Tate Iii throws a body punch but Burger moves out of range.
Burger connects with a jab.
Burger plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tate Iii throws a hook but Burger blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii takes a swing at Burger's ribcage but misses.
Tate Iii throws a nice looking combination but Burger bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Tate Iii rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Burger connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tate Iii throws a hook but Burger avoids it easily.#T1#
Burger throws a nice head kick!
Tate Iii takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders. #CUT2#Curtis Tate Iii's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Tate Iii throws a looping overhand right but Burger ducks down to avoid it.
Tate Iii lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Burger chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Burger ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Burger throws a jab but it's blocked by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii takes a kick to the side of the head.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tate Iii throws a right hand that misses
and Burger counters with a nice leg kick.
Burger thuds a left hand into Tate Iii's body.#T2#
Tate Iii throws a lazy uppercut #KD2#
and whilst Tate Iii still has his hands down, Burger counters with a perfectly aimed head kick that sends Tate Iii crashing to the mat! Will he recover? 3,4,5,6,7 - he's back up! The referee looks into his eyes and asks him to walk forwards. He's going to allow this one to continue but will Tate Iii be able to survive another onslaught?
Tate Iii scores with a decent looking hook.
Burger lands a lovely overhand right.
Tate Iii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tate Iii swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Burger counters with a nice body kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Burger throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. #KD2#
Burger lands a head kick that bluckles Tate Iii and drops him to the canvas. He's still conscious but it looks like it's going to take him the full 10 seconds to get back his senses! He's up on 9 and seems to be just about OK to continue.... the referee agrees and we're back to the action with Burger no doubt looking to push for a finish!
The fighters circle momentarily. Burger darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#ROC2#Tate Iii is rocked!#CUT2#Jeez, Curtis Tate Iii's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Burger throws a nice outside leg kick.
Burger buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sebastian Burger seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Burger throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Tate Iii.
Oh Tate Iii is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#T3#
Tate Iii gets cracked there but stands up to it.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sebastian Burger!

Event: Flair 30
Date: Feb 18, 2022

#R1#
Sankari throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Tate Iii scores with a shot to the body. #KD#
Tate Iii drops Sankari with a beautiful combination! Sankari stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tate Iii is looking for the KO!#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Tate Iii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sankari doesn't seem bothered though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Tate Iii connects with a nice cross there... Sankari is looking wobbly and Tate Iii recognises it - he's rushed in and lands two more brutal shots that send Sankari to the canvas, out cold! A brutal finish to the fight - Tate Iii jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 29
Date: Feb 11, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sankari back to the ropes. Tate Iii follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tate Iii throws a shot to the body.
Tate Iii connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Sankari to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Tate Iii!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 28
Date: Feb 04, 2022

#R1##CL#
Camacho rushes Tate Iii and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Tate Iii jumps guard but Camacho stands there with Tate Iii around his waist. Tate Iii gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Camacho can't get the takedown.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Camacho has double underhooks.
Tate Iii is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Camacho is defending well for now.
Tate Iii gets underhooks to prevent Camacho's takedown attempt.
Tate Iii drops down looking for an ankle pick but Camacho pulls his leg out and moves away.
Tate Iii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
And Tate Iii tries to counter it with a takedown but Camacho pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Camacho counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Tate Iii bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Camacho's head backwards.
Good standup being displayed there by Tate Iii as he connects with a hook.#CUT2#It looks like Macho Camacho has been cut.
Jab, jab by Camacho - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
Tate Iii drops Camacho with a beautiful combination! Camacho stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tate Iii is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Camacho is rocked!
Camacho is breathing heavily.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Camacho misses with a head kick.
Tate Iii changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Oh Camacho is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Camacho has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.
Camacho throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Tate Iii moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Camacho! Tate Iii continues to tee off on Camacho, landing with a left and a right! Tate Iii connects with a right hand that leaves Camacho sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Tate Iii!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 27
Date: Jan 28, 2022

#R1#
Braddock misses with a left hand
and Braddock takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Braddock throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Braddock tries to bum rush Tate Iii with a series of wild strikes but Tate Iii uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tate Iii throws a shot to the body.
Braddock looks winded!
Tate Iii lands a nice shot to the body.
Tate Iii lands a jab to the head. #CUT#It looks like James Braddock has been cut.
Tate Iii jabs Braddock to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Braddock shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Tate Iii connects with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Braddock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Braddock slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
And Braddock tries to counter it with a takedown but Tate Iii pushes his down on his head and steps out.#KD#
Tate Iii drops Braddock with a beautiful combination! Braddock stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Tate Iii is looking for the KO!#ROC#Braddock is rocked!
BAM! Tate Iii delivers a spinning backfist that drops Braddock like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair Legend Night
Date: Jan 21, 2022

#R1#
Tate Iii drops his hands momentarily and Durant takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Durant's coach down at Stewie's Training Center was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Durant's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Durant throws a head kick that half lands. #CL2#
Durant darts in and clinches Tate Iii up against the ropes.
Durant works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Durant is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Tate Iii tries to circle away but Durant has him pinned against the ropes.
A hook to the body from Durant.
Tate Iii tries to land knees in the clinch but Durant avoids the damage to the body.
Durant can't find room to land a body shot as Tate Iii controls the action.
Nice body punch from Durant.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii is breathing heavily.
A body shot lands from Durant.
A shot in the inside from Durant.
Good body shot from Durant.
Durant is leaning against Tate Iii and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Durant lands with a short shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tate Iii missing with knees to the body.
Durant presses Tate Iii against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#T1#
Durant stalls.
Durant lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Tate Iii or not.
A short body shot lands from Durant as the two fighters clinch.
Durant gets through Tate Iii's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Good body shot from Durant.
Durant lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Durant scores with a hook to the body.
Durant lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Durant.
Durant lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.
Durant scores with a hook to the body.
Durant lands a body punch.
Durant lands a left hand.
A right hand to the body from Durant.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short left from Durant.
Durant slowing the pace effectively.#T2#
Durant works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A left hand lands to the body for Durant.
A right handed body shot lands from Durant.
Nice body punch from Durant.
Durant lands with a short shot to the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Durant.
A right hand to the body from Durant.
Durant lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Durant scores with a hook to the body.
Durant lands a body punch.
Durant lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Durant lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Durant.
Durant scores with a shoulder strike.
Durant lands a body punch.
Durant lands a body punch in the clinch.
Durant works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #T3#
Durant pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Durant pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A short right from Durant on the inside.
Durant pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
A body shot lands from Durant.
A short body shot lands from Durant as the two fighters clinch.
Durant is leaning against Tate Iii and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Durant makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Durant pushes Tate Iii back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Durant lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.
Durant lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Tate Iii.
Durant lands with a light punch inside.
Durant is working Tate Iii over against the ropes.
Durant works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
A short body shot lands from Durant as the two fighters clinch.
Durant lands an uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Durant digs a right hand underneath Tate Iii's ribcage. Tate Iii let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T4#
Durant lands a shot to the body.
Durant lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Durant lands a right hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Durant.
Durant scores with a shoulder strike.
A body shot lands from Durant.
Durant digs a right hand into Tate Iii's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Tate Iii's gas tank.
A left hand lands to the body for Durant.
Durant lands a body shot.
Durant cracks Tate Iii with a nice body shot.
A hook to the body from Durant.
A short right from Durant on the inside.
Durant presses Tate Iii against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Durant lands an uppercut.
Durant lands a shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Durant.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Durant.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kevin Durant dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
That's time! Tate Iii's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##KD2#
Durant looks low and kicks high, catching Tate Iii right on the side of the head, sending him crashing to the canvas! Will he be able to beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's already back to his feet and ready to go! Let's see if he's still with it!
Durant lands a head kick that sends Tate Iii down! Tate Iii is flopping around the mat trying to get back up, leaving the referee no choice but to wave off the fight! Durant is victorious!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:10 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Kevin Durant!
Kevin Durant is the new light heavyweight champion!
Kevin Durant decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Flair 23
Date: Jan 03, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Thomas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tate Iii was covering up waiting for the punch and Thomas finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Tate Iii to follow him.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD2#
Tate Iii gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Thomas to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Tate Iii to follow him.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Thomas dives in and scores a takedown into Tate Iii's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Tate Iii's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Tate Iii's guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tate Iii 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.#SU2#
Tate Iii is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T1#
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #TD2#
Thomas bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up. Thomas steps back and let's Tate Iii get back to his feet.#TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tate Iii quickly recovers to half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up.
Thomas looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tate Iii's guard.
Tate Iii wants to stand up but Thomas is controlling him. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Tate Iii is trying to defend but Thomas finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Tate Iii is looking to improve his position. #SU2#
Thomas stands up out of the half guard. #T2##TD2#
Thomas looking to score a takedown here. Tate Iii is defending well but Thomas drives through and ends up in Tate Iii's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SU2#
Thomas decides to take the fight back to the feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thomas defending well as Tate Iii loads up on a big left hand. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SU2#
Thomas stands up. #TD2#
Thomas looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Tate Iii, up you get!
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tate Iii quickly recovers to half guard.#T3##SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up. #TD2#
Tate Iii gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Thomas feints and as Tate Iii raises his hands in defense, Thomas changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands and steps away. Tate Iii gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Tate Iii tries to sprawl but Thomas drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Thomas showed some decent athleticism there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SU2#
Thomas decides to return to a standing position. #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Tate Iii is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Thomas stands up. #TD2#
Thomas dives in and scores a takedown into Tate Iii's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands and steps away. Tate Iii gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Tate Iii gets caught napping as Thomas dives in and scores a takedown. Tate Iii manages to retain guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet. Tate Iii looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Thomas lands in his opponent's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Tate Iii to follow him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jax Thomas dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Thomas drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
Thomas feints and as Tate Iii raises his hands in defense, Thomas changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Thomas. #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU2#
Thomas stands up.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body. #TD2#
Thomas feints and as Tate Iii raises his hands in defense, Thomas changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD2#
Thomas feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet. Tate Iii looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Tate Iii gets caught flat footed, as Thomas shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#T1##SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Thomas showed some decent athleticism there.
Thomas prevents Tate Iii from improving his position.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #TD2#
Thomas looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #TD2#
Tate Iii gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Thomas to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Tate Iii's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2##TD2#
Thomas shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Tate Iii looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand and escape the position. #TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand and escape the position. #T3##TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tate Iii quickly recovers to half guard.#SU2#
Thomas postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Tate Iii to stand up. #TD2#
Thomas looking to score a takedown here. Tate Iii is defending well but Thomas drives through and ends up in Tate Iii's guard.
Thomas has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Tate Iii to follow him. #TD2#
Thomas scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand and escape the position. #TD2#
Thomas fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tate Iii to the ground. Thomas is now in Tate Iii's guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - Tate Iii follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up out of the half guard. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#TD2#
Thomas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tate Iii was covering up waiting for the punch and Thomas finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SU2#
Tate Iii is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Thomas manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tate Iii on his heels. He'll look to pass Tate Iii's guard now, I'm sure.#SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Tate Iii, up you get! #TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Tate Iii napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Tate Iii regains half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a takedown into Tate Iii's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
Thomas stands and steps away. Tate Iii gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jax Thomas showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tate Iii quickly recovers to half guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #TD2#
Tate Iii tries to sprawl but Thomas drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches. #TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Thomas bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and we're back to a striking position. #T1##TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Tate Iii's guard.
Tate Iii is trying to control the position but Thomas postures up. #SUB#
Tate Iii throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet. Tate Iii looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Thomas lands in his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Tate Iii to follow him. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Thomas was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up. Thomas steps back and let's Tate Iii get back to his feet.#T2#
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Thomas avoids nicely. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Tate Iii to the mat! Tate Iii manages to get full guard. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet. Tate Iii looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Tate Iii gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Thomas to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet. Tate Iii looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #TD2#
Thomas drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Tate Iii wants to sweep here but Thomas controlling him for the moment. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Jax Thomas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Thomas feints and as Tate Iii raises his hands in defense, Thomas changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T3#
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Thomas shapes to counter with a head kick.#TD2#
Thomas drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SU2#
Thomas has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a takedown into guard. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Thomas showed some decent athleticism there. #SU2#
Thomas stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Thomas looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#TD2#
Thomas looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Tate Iii!#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up. Thomas steps back and let's Tate Iii get back to his feet.
Tate Iii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#TD2#
Thomas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Tate Iii was covering up waiting for the punch and Thomas finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up.
Curtis Tate Iii has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Tate Iii enables Thomas to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Tate Iii manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jax Thomas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Thomas winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jax Thomas!
Jax Thomas is the new super heavyweight champion!
A victorious Jax Thomas thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Flair 22
Date: Dec 30, 2021

#R1#
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Crusader .
Sloppy strikes from Crusader . Those never looked like landing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Crusader looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tate Iii swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Crusader .#KD#
Tate Iii lands a left and a right that send Crusader crashing to the mat, dazed. Tate Iii thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC#Crusader is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Righteous Crusader has been cut.
Crusader looks winded!
Tate Iii throws a shot to the body.
Crusader is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tate Iii cracks Crusader with a left hook right on the temple and Crusader goes down! He's out! Referee! Stop the fight! Tate Iii lands a few more punches before the dopey ref steps in - hopefully Crusader is OK!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 21
Date: Dec 28, 2021

#R1#
Powerhous tries to clinch up.
Tate Iii went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Powerhous looks winded!
Tate Iii throws a looping overhand right but Powerhous ducks down to avoid it.
Tate Iii scores with a decent looking hook.
Powerhous looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Powerhous steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a series of strikes that have Powerhous backpedaling.
Tate Iii misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Powerhous.
Powerhous looks to clinch
and Powerhous takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #KD#
Tate Iii connects with a beautiful left hand that drops Powerhous onto his butt! Powerhous bounces straight back up though - he's OK. After the ref checks him out, we're back to the action.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Powerhous glances at the clock... BAM! Tate Iii nails him with a big right hand! A momentary lapse in concentration sends Powerhous crashing to the mat! The referee steps in and this one is over! Damn, Powerhous is out of it, he thinks the ref is his opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 20
Date: Dec 23, 2021

#R1#
Tate Iii tests Sankari's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tate Iii scores with a shot to the body.
Sankari throws a sloppy head kick and Tate Iii moves out of range easily. #KD#
Tate Iii lands with a right, followed by a left to the temple and Sankari goes down! The ref sends Tate Iii to a neutral corner so he can begin the count. 3,4,5,6 and Sankari is back to his feet. He seems a little groggy but the referee thinks he's OK to continue, so we're back to the action!#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sankari is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tate Iii moves out of range as Sankari throws a body kick.
Tate Iii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Sankari looks winded!
Tate Iii closes the distance and lands a lead uppercut that stumbles Sankari back against the ropes! Tate Iii follows up with a jab and a huge straight right that knocks Sankari out cold! What a finish! Tate Iii looks absolutely delighted, as he should do! Congratulations that man!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 17
Date: Dec 15, 2021

#R1#
Sankari moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
No luck for Sankari with that takedown attempt.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Sankari with a series of wild strikes but Sankari uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sankari looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sankari shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tate Iii as he jumps to the side.
Tate Iii half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sankari throws a series of punches but Tate Iii avoids them all with ease.
Tate Iii moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Tate Iii checks a leg kick nicely.
A jab from Tate Iii finds it's way through Sankari's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Tate Iii throws an overhand right that drops Sankari like a sack of potatoes! Tate Iii dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 15
Date: Dec 08, 2021

#R1#
Tate Iii connects with a nice looking jab.
Crusader tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Crusader looks to land a combination but Tate Iii avoids it well.
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Crusader was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body.
Crusader throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tate Iii.
Crusader throws a combination that misses #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Crusader wants to break free but Tate Iii has control.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tate Iii.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crusader misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tate Iii. #BC#
Tate Iii's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii connects with a body shot that sends Crusader 's belly button to the back.
Sloppy strikes from Crusader . Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Crusader showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Crusader tries to clinch up.
Crusader looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Crusader doesn't seem bothered though.
Crusader misses with a series of wild punches.
Nice body punch from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Crusader throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii appears to be looking for a big counter.
Tate Iii works over Crusader 's head and body with a nice combination.
Tate Iii showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Crusader .
As Crusader tries to get set, Tate Iii tries to push him back and clinch up but Crusader manages to avoid the attempt.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Crusader throws out a counter right but Tate Iii avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tate Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Crusader avoids them all with ease.
Crusader is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tate Iii throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Crusader counters with a left and a right that stings Tate Iii.
Crusader scores with a hook.
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Crusader moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Tate Iii scores with a hook.
Tate Iii has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Good exchange - Tate Iii coming out on top.#T3#
Tate Iii lands with a shot to the body.
Crusader uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tate Iii.
Crusader walks into a left hand.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Nice shot by Tate Iii.
Left hook, right uppercut from Crusader .
Tate Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Crusader .
Tate Iii avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Crusader lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Tate Iii scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crusader misses with a jab, cross combination.
Crusader tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tate Iii counters with a series of strikes. Crusader will be more careful next time no doubt. #T4#
Tate Iii misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Crusader counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #KD#
Tate Iii clips Crusader with a right and a left that makes him do the chicken dance for a couple of seconds. He touched his left hand down on the canvas so the referee steps between the fighters to give Crusader a standing 8 count before we can continue the bout.
Tate Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Crusader .
Crusader tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tate Iii keeps the fight on the outside.
Decent striking displayed by Tate Iii there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Crusader tries to clinch up.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Crusader .
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii should take that round, based on the knockdown.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Crusader tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Tate Iii swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt
and Tate Iii counters with a series of strikes. Crusader will be more careful next time no doubt.
Tate Iii keeps the fight on the outside.
Crusader is looking to clinch but Tate Iii is avoiding it.
Crusader lands with a shot to the body.
Tate Iii avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Tate Iii misses with an uppercut. Crusader saw that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii throws a series of strikes that have Crusader backpedaling.
Crusader keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Crusader tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Crusader with a series of wild strikes but Crusader uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Crusader lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T1#
Tate Iii tries to bum rush Crusader with a series of wild strikes but Crusader uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Crusader pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Tate Iii back to the ropes. Crusader follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination. Crusader sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Crusader misses with a body shot
and Tate Iii counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Crusader misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Donk. Tate Iii catches Crusader right on the button with a cross.
Tate Iii with a nice cross.
Curtis Tate Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Crusader finds it's way through Tate Iii's defenses.
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!
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tate Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Crusader can do to turn this around?
Tate Iii misses with a double jab
and Crusader connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Crusader slips a jab from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tate Iii is looking to wear down Crusader with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Crusader doesn't manage to clinch there - Tate Iii circles away.
Tate Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Crusader is just out of range.
Crusader tries to clinch up.
Crusader throws a right hand that Tate Iii ducks under and follows up with a left that Tate Iii also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Crusader moves into the clinch successfully.
Crusader prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.
Tate Iii blocks an elbow strike.
Tate Iii wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Crusader wants to break free but Tate Iii has control.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Crusader has control.
Tate Iii lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.#T3#
A frustrated look appears on Tate Iii's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Tate Iii's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Crusader can't break the clinch.
Crusader has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Tate Iii.#BC2#
Crusader breaks the clinch.
Tate Iii avoids the body shot from Crusader .
Tate Iii tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Crusader manages to circle out of the way.
A punch combination from Tate Iii misses.
Crusader closes the distance looking to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Crusader lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Tate Iii circles away quickly and effectively.#T4#
A jab from Tate Iii misses.
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Crusader was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
A shot to the liver by Crusader . Beautiful body shot.
Crusader takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Crusader tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range. #CL2#
Crusader moves into the clinch successfully.
Tate Iii looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Tate Iii stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Crusader is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling him.#BC2#
Crusader escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Crusader ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tate Iii moves away.
Tate Iii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Crusader .
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Crusader looks to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a nice uppercut.
Crusader throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Tate Iii counters with a three punch combo that has Crusader backing up. Crusader nods at Tate Iii to acknowledge the strikes.
Crusader bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tate Iii's head.
Crusader wants to clinch but Tate Iii slips to the side
and Tate Iii counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Crusader is looking to clinch.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body.
Tate Iii slips under a jab.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Despite the aggression on Crusader 's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#T1#
Crusader is looking to clinch.
Crusader misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Crusader tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves away
and Tate Iii connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
Crusader looks to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a one-two to the body.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Crusader bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tate Iii's head backwards.
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Crusader moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A right-left combo lands from Crusader .
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Crusader walks into a stiff left hand from Tate Iii.
Some wild striking there from Crusader . #T2#
Crusader connects with a looping right hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Crusader looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tate Iii appears to be looking for a big counter.
Crusader slips under a jab.
Crusader swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Danga de danga de dang - Tate Iii scores with a four punch combination!
Crusader showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii connects with a jab.#T3#
Tate Iii changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Crusader doesn't manage to clinch there - Tate Iii circles away.
Tate Iii misses with a wild body shot.
Tate Iii scores with a decent looking hook.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tate Iii throwing a counter right hand but Crusader manages to avoid it.
A nice combination there by Crusader .
Crusader swinging wildly here.
Tate Iii goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
Crusader moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Crusader has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Crusader showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Crusader eats them both and turns towards Tate Iii to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tate Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tate Iii appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Crusader moves out of range as Tate Iii strikes.
Tate Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Crusader misses with a series of wild punches.
Tate Iii changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:26
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:26
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 13
Date: Nov 22, 2021

#R1#
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pain manages to avoid it.
Tate Iii throws a lazy uppercut
and Pain counters with a stiff right hand.
Pain wants to clinch but Tate Iii slips to the side
and Pain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pain's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Tate Iii connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Pain scrambles back to his feet.
Pain lands with a nice body punch.
A jab lands there for Pain.
Tate Iii keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Pain is looking to clinch but Tate Iii is avoiding it.
Tate Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Tate Iii tries to keep at a distance but Pain has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2#
Pain breaks the clinch.
Pain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nice body punch from Tate Iii. #T1#
Pain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tate Iii falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Pain counter with a right hand.
Tate Iii takes a swing at Pain's ribcage but misses.
Pain tries to counter with a clinch but Tate Iii shakes him off and moves away.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Pain tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Pain lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Tate Iii backs up against the ropes.
Pain scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Pain ducks under and follows up with a left that Pain also avoids with ease.
Tate Iii scores with a one two! Pain had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Pain counters with a three punch combo that has Tate Iii backing up. Tate Iii nods at Pain to acknowledge the strikes.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Pain misses with a head kick. #T2#
Pain wants to land a leg kick but Tate Iii is out of range.
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Tate Iii is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Pain.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pain swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Tate Iii blocks a head kick by Pain.
As Pain tries to get set, Tate Iii tries to push him back and clinch up but Pain manages to avoid the attempt.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Tate Iii misses the shot to the body.
Pain slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Pain avoids it well.
Pain throws a fast counter high kick but Tate Iii manages to duck under it in time.
A punch combination from Pain misses. #T3#
Tate Iii takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Tate Iii is looking to wear down Pain with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL2#
Tate Iii gets tackled into the ropes by Pain. Pain maintains the clinch.
Tate Iii keeps control of Pain as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Pain tries to break free but Tate Iii pushes him back against the ropes.#BC#
Tate Iii pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Pain takes the fight into the clinch.
Tate Iii taking a breather.
Tate Iii has Pain pressed against the ropes, preventing Pain from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4##BC2#
Pain breaks the clinch.
Pain throws a right and a left that Tate Iii avoids nicely.
Tate Iii ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pain moves away.
Tate Iii lands a jab to the head. #CL2#
Pain forces Tate Iii back against the ropes and clinches.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Tate Iii blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Pain won't allow it.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii dodges an elbow strike from Pain.
Pain keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Major Pain will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Tate Iii moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Pain tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Pain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pain takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Pain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii appears to be looking for a big counter.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Pain connects with a nice looking jab. #CL2#
Pain forces Tate Iii back against the ropes and clinches.
Tate Iii misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Tate Iii tries to throw a body punch but Pain avoids it by throwing Tate Iii back against the ropes. #BC2#
Pain manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Pain rushes Tate Iii and presses him up against the ropes.
Tate Iii lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2#
Pain's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pain wants to clinch.
Tate Iii's corner calls for a 1-2. Tate Iii obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Pain cracks Tate Iii with a good jab.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Pain avoids them all with ease.
Pain with a nice cross.
Pain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tate Iii seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T2#
Tate Iii scores with a jab. Pain acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Tate Iii throws a shot from downtown. Pain moves away and avoids it.
Curtis Tate Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Pain avoids it well.
Tate Iii lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #ROC#Pain is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Pain is still on wobbly legs! Can Tate Iii finish him?
Tate Iii cracks Pain with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Pain is sitting up but I can't see if he's OK from my position. The referee's count has reached 5,6,7 and Pain is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9,10! He's out! Pain could not beat the count!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 12
Date: Nov 19, 2021

#R1#
Sankari shoots in for a double leg but Tate Iii sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tate Iii lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt! #CUT2#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Tate Iii jabs at Sankari's body.
Sankari is breathing heavily.
Tate Iii connects with a stiff jab that staggers Sankari - oh and he follows up with a huge uppercut that knocks him out cold! Man, that was brutal!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii! Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 11
Date: Nov 12, 2021

#R1#
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Pain definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Pain moves into the clinch.
Pain wants to break free but Tate Iii has control. #BC#
Pain pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches. #CL#
Pain rushes Tate Iii and presses him up against the ropes.
A frustrated look appears on Tate Iii's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Tate Iii's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain misses with the combination.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pain takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Pain moves out of range. #T1#
Tate Iii swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Pain counters with a series of strikes. Tate Iii will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sloppy strikes from Tate Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Pain tried to score with a low kick but Tate Iii checks it.
Pain lands a jab to the head.
Pain wants to slow Tate Iii down by chopping away at his legs.
Pain tries to clinch up.
Pain moves to clinch but Tate Iii breaks away
and Tate Iii counters with a stiff right hand. #CL#
Pain has taken the fight to the clinch. #BC#
Pain breaks the clinch.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Pain rushes Tate Iii and presses him up against the ropes.#BC#
Pain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Pain ducks under and follows up with a left that Pain also avoids with ease.
Pain appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Danga de danga de dang - Tate Iii scores with a four punch combination!
Pain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii moves out of range of the body kick.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Tate Iii tries to get set, Pain tries to push him back and clinch up but Tate Iii manages to avoid the attempt.
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tate Iii throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tate Iii misses with a hook to the body #CL#
and Pain counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Pain.
Pain leaning against his opponent.
Pain lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards. #T3#
Pain pushes off an throws an elbow but Tate Iii leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
Tate Iii is looking to break free of the clinch but Pain has double underhooks.
Pain missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Pain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tate Iii throws a big shot that misses.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination but Pain avoids it well. #CL#
Pain has taken the fight to the clinch.
Pain trying to land knees to the body.
Pain looking to slow down the pace here.
Pain using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Tate Iii has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Pain lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2#
Tate Iii breaks the clinch. #T4#
Tate Iii throws a sloppy body shot
and Pain counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Pain throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a big shot that misses.
Pain pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pain moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Pain is looking to clinch. #CL#
Pain moves into range and clinches up with Tate Iii.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Pain breaks from the clinch.
Tate Iii ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Tate Iii lands a nice looking body shot.
Tate Iii swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Pain connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Pain lands with an uppercut that bounces Tate Iii off the ropes and back into range.
Tate Iii lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pain circles away quickly and effectively.
Pain is looking to counter the offense by Tate Iii and move into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Major Pain will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Pain slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
Pain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tate Iii lands with a good body shot.
Tate Iii is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Pain rather than just go for the knockout.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Pain avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
No joy there for Tate Iii, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Tate Iii's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Tate Iii duly obliges.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Pain throws a nice looking combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Pain throws a leg kick that is checked
and Pain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Major Pain is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Tate Iii throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Tate Iii takes a swing at Pain's ribcage but misses.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tate Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pain sets himself, and Tate Iii steps forward looking for the clinch! Pain avoids it this time.
Pain staying out of range there.
Pain slips under a jab from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the side of Pain's head but Pain sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Pain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii throws a hook but Pain avoids it easily.
Tate Iii misses with a hook.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tate Iii blocks the body kick.
Pain throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T2#
Tate Iii comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tate Iii scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Pain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tate Iii throws a right hand that Pain ducks under and follows up with a left that Pain also avoids with ease.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tate Iii has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pain takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL#
Pain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tate Iii - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Tate Iii trying to land knees to the body. #T3#
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Pain has him pressed against the ropes.
Pain keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Tate Iii escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pain wants to clinch up but Tate Iii keeps it at a distance.
Tate Iii wants to counter the offense by Pain and move into the clinch position.
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Tate Iii paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Tate Iii uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Pain has time to react.
Tate Iii misses with a few strikes there.
Pain throws a right and a left that Tate Iii avoids nicely.
Pain tries to clinch up.
Pain slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii. #T4#
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Pain clinches up with Tate Iii and pushes him back against the ropes.
Pain lands with a light punch inside.
Tate Iii taking a breather. #BC#
Pain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pain closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Pain doesn't manage to clinch there - Tate Iii circles away.
Pain tries to clinch up but Tate Iii circles away and keeps his distance.
Curtis Tate Iii seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL#
Pain moves into the clinch successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Pain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii tries to land knees in the clinch but Pain avoids the damage to the body.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Pain has him pressed against the ropes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
A jab from Tate Iii does it's job there.
Tate Iii keeps the fight on the outside.
Pain throws a head kick that misses.
Pain is looking to clinch.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Pain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pain tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Tate Iii manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Tate Iii tries to keep at a distance but Pain has taken the fight into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Tate Iii manages to break the clinch.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Pain is looking to counter the offense by Tate Iii and move into the clinch.
Pain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tate Iii moves away.
Tate Iii is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#T1#
Pain is looking to clinch.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Pain seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Tate Iii tests Pain's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL#
Pain darts in and clinches Tate Iii up against the ropes.
Pain has Tate Iii pushed against the ropes.
Tate Iii avoiding damage as Pain throws knees to the body.
Pain wants to stall. #BC#
Pain breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt. #T2#
Pain looks to land a body kick but Tate Iii moved away.#CL#
Pain has Tate Iii up against the ropes in a clinch.
Tate Iii keeps control of Pain as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Tate Iii taking a breather.
Tate Iii managing to block the knees to the body from Pain.
Tate Iii tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Pain's elbow. #BC#
Pain breaks the clinch.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tate Iii misses with a series of wild punches.
Tate Iii thows a left - swing and a miss! #T3#
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The fight stays on the outside here - Pain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Pain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pain scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A cross from Tate Iii lands.#CL#
Pain has closed the distance and engaged Tate Iii in a clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Pain works on Tate Iii's body with a couple of short punches.
Tate Iii creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Major Pain has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Tate Iii pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Tate Iii throws a sloppy body shot
and Pain counters with a three punch combo that has Tate Iii backing up. Tate Iii nods at Pain to acknowledge the strikes.#T4#
Pain throws a half hearted mid kick.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Pain wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
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!
Tate Iii catches Pain with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Pain fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL#
Pain pushes Tate Iii up against the ropes in a clinch.
Pain looking to slow down the pace here.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#BC#
Pain breaks the clinch.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Curtis Tate Iii.
I think Tate Iii 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 7
Date: Oct 22, 2021

#R1#
Powerhous throws a leg kick
and Tate Iii cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
Powerhous throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Powerhous misses with a double jab.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tate Iii misses with a looping right.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Powerhous avoids nicely.
Tate Iii rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Powerhous moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Powerhous rushes Tate Iii and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Powerhous is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Tate Iii misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Powerhous pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Powerhous moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Tate Iii lands a jab-cross combination.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Powerhous does a little dance to reset his feet.
Powerhous steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Tate Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Powerhous is just out of range.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that Powerhous avoids nicely.
Powerhous tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Powerhous tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Tate Iii was well out of range. Poor timing from Powerhous.#CL2#
Powerhous gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Tate Iii looking to slow down the pace here.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Powerhous keeps him there for the moment.
Powerhous tries a knee to the head but Tate Iii blocks it.
Powerhous keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.#T2#
Powerhous wants to stall.
Powerhous is trying to maintain a safe position but Tate Iii gets an underhook and turns Powerhous into the ropes.
Powerhous trying to control the position but instead, Tate Iii has worked for underhooks and has pushed Powerhous into the ropes.
Powerhous fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Powerhous keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.
Tate Iii misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Powerhous. #BC2#
Powerhous breaks the clinch.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Powerhous connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Tate Iii throws a hook but Powerhous avoids it easily.
Tate Iii throws a right and a left that both miss.
Tate Iii throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Tate Iii looks to score with a jab to the body but Powerhous is just out of range.
Powerhous tries to close the distance and clinch but Tate Iii swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Tate Iii misses the target.
Powerhous throws a head kick but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Powerhous moves out of range.
Powerhous tries to counter by closing the distance.
Tate Iii is looking to wear down Powerhous with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Tate Iii throws a body punch but Powerhous moves out of range.
Powerhous wants to counter with a clinch but Tate Iii pushes him away.
Powerhous moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Powerhous tries a head kick but it misses.
Tate Iii avoids a kick to the body.
Powerhous is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T4##CL2#
Powerhous rushes Tate Iii and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Powerhous is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tate Iii is keeping busy.#BC2#
Powerhous breaks the clinch.
Tate Iii fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Powerhous manages to avoid it.
Powerhous unleashes a big counter combination but Tate Iii bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Powerhous fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tate Iii tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Powerhous manages to circle out of the way.
Powerhous dodges the punch combination from Tate Iii.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Powerhous wants to counter with a clinch but Tate Iii pushes him away.
Powerhous throws a series of punches but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Powerhous moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Tate Iii scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii 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#
Tate Iii throws the left hand but Powerhous avoids the punch easily.
Powerhous wants to counter with a clinch but Tate Iii pushes him away.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii throws a jab when Powerhous was well out of range.
Tate Iii throws a combination that misses
and Powerhous counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Powerhous tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Tate Iii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Powerhous can do to turn this around?
Powerhous misses with a jab, cross combination.
Powerhous takes a swing at Tate Iii's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tate Iii. Powerhous does a little dance to reset his feet.
Powerhous is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Powerhous tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tate Iii misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #T1#
Tate Iii misses with a hook.
Powerhous misses with a wild body shot.
Tate Iii swats away the attempt to clinch by Powerhous.
Powerhous avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii misses with a double jab.
Powerhous is trying to counter with his kicks.
Powerhous misses with a wild combination.
Powerhous lands a nice hook to Tate Iii's body. Tate Iii takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2#
Powerhous closes the distance and clinches.#T2#
Powerhous can't find room to land a body shot as Tate Iii controls the action.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Powerhous won't allow it.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#BC2#
Powerhous escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Powerhous scores with a punch to the head.#CUT2#It looks like Curtis Tate Iii has been cut.
Powerhous tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Powerhous throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Powerhous shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Powerhous throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Tate Iii.
Powerhous ducks right into an uppercut from Tate Iii.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Powerhous moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches. #T3#
Tate Iii misses with a few strikes there.
Tate Iii circles away from the clinch attempt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Powerhous looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Powerhous moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
A quick step to the side and Tate Iii tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Powerhous throws a low kick but it's checked well by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Powerhous misses with a head kick.
It looked like Tate Iii was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Tate Iii will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Powerhous keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tate Iii avoids the head kick by Powerhous. #T4#
Sloppy strikes from Tate Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Powerhous throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2#
Powerhous closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.#BC2#
Powerhous breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tate Iii misses with a wild combination.
Powerhous tries a head kick but it misses.
Powerhous wants to clinch.
Tate Iii tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Powerhous was well out of range. Poor timing from Tate Iii.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Boxing Powerhous will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Curtis Tate Iii's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Tate Iii lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Tate Iii.
Powerhous doesn't manage to clinch there - Tate Iii circles away.
Tate Iii tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Powerhous manages to circle out of the way.
Powerhous misses with a few strikes there.
Tate Iii misses with a looping left.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A swing and a miss from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Powerhous to score with a decent uppercut.
Tate Iii throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Powerhous.
Powerhous replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Tate Iii blocks it well.
Powerhous throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Tate Iii lands a nice shot to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A head kick misses from Powerhous.
Powerhous tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range.
Tate Iii seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T1#
Powerhous takes a swing at Tate Iii's ribcage but misses.
Powerhous looks to clinch
and Powerhous takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Powerhous throws a series of punches but Tate Iii avoids them all with ease. #CL2#
Powerhous clinches.
Powerhous trying to stall but Tate Iii improves his position.
Tate Iii trying to stall but Powerhous improves his position. #BC2#
Powerhous breaks from the clinch.
Powerhous misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Tate Iii misses the target.
Powerhous uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Tate Iii.
Powerhous appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Powerhous wants to clinch.#T2#
Powerhous is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice uppercut lands for Tate Iii. That snapped Powerhous's head back.
Curtis Tate Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
Powerhous tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Powerhous tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves out of range. #CL2#
Powerhous moves into the clinch successfully.
Powerhous is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Tate Iii is keeping busy.
Powerhous throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Tate Iii blocks it with crossed arms.
Tate Iii tries to break the clinch but Powerhous is controlling the position.
Tate Iii lands with a short punch from the clinch. #T3#
Tate Iii misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Powerhous.
Powerhous missing with knees to the body.
Powerhous looking to slow down the pace here.
Powerhous tries to work over Tate Iii's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Powerhous breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Powerhous ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fight stays on the outside here - Powerhous looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Tate Iii avoids a punch combination nicely. #T4#
A jab from Tate Iii does it's job there.
Powerhous moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
Powerhous tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves away
and Tate Iii counters with a nice uppercut.
Powerhous throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Tate Iii counters by moving into the clinch.
Tate Iii looking to stall.
Powerhous misses with a short punch on the inside.
Powerhous lands a hook that snaps the head of Tate Iii backwards.
Powerhous is trying to maintain a safe position but Tate Iii gets an underhook and turns Powerhous into the ropes.
Powerhous fails to land with a short punch on the inside.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tate Iii 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii retains his super heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 6
Date: Oct 15, 2021

#R1#
Tate Iii misses with the combination.
Camacho scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Tate Iii doesn't seem bothered though.
Tate Iii throws a shot to the body.
Tate Iii has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Cozad MMA Las Vegas in the buildup to the fight.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Tate Iii tries to keep at a distance but Camacho has taken the fight into the clinch.
Camacho slows down the pace here.
Camacho working Tate Iii over with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camacho drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tate Iii gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Camacho has control.
Camacho softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T1#
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Camacho is controlling him.
Tate Iii misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Camacho.
Camacho has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tate Iii avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Camacho.
Camacho has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tate Iii is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macho Camacho.#TD#
Tate Iii jumps guard and drags Camacho to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Camacho drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Tate Iii manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Camacho has Tate Iii in his guard.#REVR#
Camacho wants to hit a sweep here but Tate Iii passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Camacho there!
Tate Iii wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Camacho looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Camacho manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Camacho looking for submissions off his back.
Tate Iii seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Camacho does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Camacho actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Camacho is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tate Iii pulls his head out easily.
Camacho trying to get back to full guard but Tate Iii takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!#T3#
Tate Iii looking to control but Camacho is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tate Iii unloads with some shots from mount but Camacho bucks and avoids them well.
Camacho is trying desperately to improve position.
Tate Iii thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Camacho working to try and regain half guard.
Camacho is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tate Iii trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Tate Iii has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Camacho's face.
Camacho blocking the ground and pound.
Camacho wants to control but Tate Iii is having none of it.
Tate Iii throwing strikes here but Camacho is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Tate Iii unloads with some shots from mount but Camacho bucks and avoids them well.
Camacho sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tate Iii wants to lay and pray for a moment but Camacho keeps working. #SUB2#
Camacho actively working from the bottom here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Tate Iii throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Camacho shoots in but no luck this time.
Camacho misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii throws a body shot but no joy.
Camacho tries to close the distance and clinch up but Tate Iii swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Tate Iii feints a jab promting Camacho to slip. Tate Iii then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Camacho slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#CUT#It looks like Macho Camacho has been cut.
Camacho throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Camacho connects with a high kick.
Camacho tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tate Iii defends well and Camacho ends up having to push Tate Iii into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Tate Iii falls off balance throwing a combination
and Camacho counters with a nice leg kick.
Camacho is breathing heavily.
Tate Iii fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Tate Iii waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Camacho.#TD2#
Camacho throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Tate Iii tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Camacho is in Tate Iii's guard.

Tate Iii kicks Camacho off and gets to his feet. #T1#
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tate Iii swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Curtis Tate Iii is winning the standup battle so far.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Camacho avoids them all with ease.
Camacho plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Camacho is defended easily by Tate Iii.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macho Camacho.
Camacho showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Camacho moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Camacho misses with a takedown attempt - Tate Iii sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Tate Iii seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.#T2#
Tate Iii misses with a looping left.#CL2#
Camacho closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Camacho gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii effectively controlling the action here.
Tate Iii tries to pull guard but Camacho holds him up against the cage and eventually Tate Iii drops back down to his feet.
Tate Iii is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Camacho changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Tate Iii fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Camacho showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Tate Iii.
A looping hook to the body misses from Camacho. Tate Iii does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Camacho avoids them all with ease.
Camacho connects with a single shot there.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii throws a series of punches but Camacho avoids them all with ease.
Tate Iii looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL2#
Camacho gets a clinch.
Camacho gets through Tate Iii's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Camacho throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Tate Iiis head.
Tate Iii blocks a body shot from Camacho.
Tate Iii looking to slow down the pace here.
Camacho wants to take the fight to the mat but Tate Iii manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Tate Iii gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Camacho. #T4#
Tate Iii drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Camacho gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Camacho drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Camacho throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Camacho softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Tate Iii changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Camacho fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Camacho is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Curtis Tate Iii will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Macho Camacho's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Camacho throws out a powerful jab.
Tate Iii misses with a few strikes there.
Macho Camacho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camacho slips a jab and a cross from Tate Iii.
Camacho moves in looking to clinch but Tate Iii pushes him off.
A slapping leg kick lands for Camacho.
Camacho is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tate Iii sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Camacho closes the distance and clinches up with Tate Iii, looking for a takedown. Camacho pushes Tate Iii against the cage but Tate Iii circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tate Iii changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Camacho lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Tate Iii at a distance.
A combination from Tate Iii does no damage.
Camacho shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Tate Iii as he avoids it easily.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Macho Camacho.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii misses with a jab, cross combination.
Camacho doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Tate Iii throws the left hand but Camacho avoids the punch easily.
Tate Iii lands a jab-cross combination.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Camacho can do to turn this around?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tate Iii takes a swing at Camacho's ribcage but misses.
Sloppy strikes from Tate Iii. Those never looked like landing.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Nice defenses there by Camacho.
Tate Iii fails to land with a series of punches.
Camacho keeps Tate Iii at a distance using the push kick.
Tate Iii misses with a straight right.
Nice defenses there by Camacho.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Camacho is defended easily by Tate Iii.
Camacho shoots in for a double leg but Tate Iii sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Camacho darts in trying to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Camacho scores with a crisp jab that stopped Tate Iii in his tracks.
Macho Camacho has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Tate Iii swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Camacho swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Tate Iii misses with a looping left.
Camacho pushes Tate Iii away with a front kick.
Camacho scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A shot to the liver by Tate Iii. Beautiful body shot.
Camacho shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tate Iii as he jumps to the side.
Tate Iii misses with a two punch combination.
Tate Iii throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A nice side step and Camacho releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Tate Iii takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Tate Iii misses the body punch
and Camacho counters with a straight right hand.
Camacho goes for a double leg but Tate Iii avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tate Iii continues to drive forward.#T3#
Tate Iii throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Camacho on the side of the head.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii.
Camacho avoids a punch combination nicely.
Tate Iii stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Tate Iii wants it to stay on the feet.
Some wild striking there from Tate Iii. #CL2#
Camacho instigates a clinch.
Tate Iii is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Camacho pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Tate Iii is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Camacho gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Camacho pushes Tate Iii back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T4##TD2#
Camacho has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Tate Iii clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Tate Iii is trying to break free.
Camacho missing with punches from the back.
Camacho throwing sloppy strikes.
Tate Iii tries to escape but Camacho has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Tate Iii is working hard here to advance position.
Tate Iii trying to control the hands but Camacho won't let him.
Curtis Tate Iii is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Camacho missing with strikes from the back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tate Iii, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 4
Date: Sep 30, 2021

#R1##CL#
Sankari tries to keep at a distance but Tate Iii has taken the fight into the clinch.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Tate Iii as Sankari tries to tie him up.
Tate Iii being controlled against the ropes.
Sankari prevents Tate Iii from breaking the clinch.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Sankari is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tate Iii is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sankari is trying to force a seperation but Tate Iii has the dominant position.
Tate Iii working hard to break the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Sankari looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tate Iii misses with a knee strike.
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Sankari won't allow it. #T1#
Sankari has Tate Iii pressed against the ropes, preventing Tate Iii from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Nice elbow from Sankari. #BC2#
Sankari escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Tate Iii pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sankari back to the ropes. Tate Iii follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari wants to clinch
and Tate Iii counters with a right hand to the body. #KD#
Tate Iii clips Sankari with a right and a left that makes him do the chicken dance for a couple of seconds. He touched his left hand down on the canvas so the referee steps between the fighters to give Sankari a standing 8 count before we can continue the bout.
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!
Tate Iii misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL#
Tate Iii moves into the clinch successfully.
Tate Iii missing with knees to the body.
Tate Iii taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Tate Iii is trying to stall. #T2#
Tate Iii wants to get back to striking at distance but Sankari won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tate Iii stalls.
Tate Iii wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Tate Iii looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tate Iii has had enough of the clinch but Sankari keeps him there for the moment.
Tate Iii is trying to stall.
Sankari working hard to break the clinch.#T3#
Sankari avoids a wild elbow strike from Tate Iii.
Tate Iii wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sankari wants to break the clinch but can't.
Tate Iii is trying to force a seperation but Sankari has the dominant position.
Tate Iii stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Sankari has control.
Tate Iii lands a hook that snaps the head of Sankari backwards.
Tate Iii is trying to break free.#BC#
Tate Iii manages to break the clinch.
Tate Iii throws a leg kick but Sankari sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T4#
Tate Iii catches Sankari napping and connects with a fantastic 3 punch combination that sends Sankari crashing to the mat! He's still conscious but he's all over the place - can he beat the count?!? 4,5,6,7,8...9...10! He didn't make it back to his feet! Tate Iii raises both arms skywards and takes in the roar from the crowd!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Curtis Tate Iii!
Curtis Tate Iii is the new super heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 3
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Tate Iii wants to clinch but Sankari slips to the side
and Sankari counters with a two punch combo.
Tate Iii shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sankari as he jumps to the side.
Sankari fails with a takedown attempt.
Sankari stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Sankari wants it to stay on the feet.
Sankari will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Tate Iii definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Tate Iii tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sankari sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tate Iii somewhat.
Sankari flicks out a counter leg kick but Tate Iii steps away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Curtis Tate Iii. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii shoots for a double leg takedown but Sankari sprawls well. He's pushed Tate Iii's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Sankari throws a sloppy head kick and Tate Iii moves out of range easily. #CL#
Sankari gets tackled into the cage by Tate Iii. Tate Iii maintains the clinch. #T1#
Tate Iii gets through Sankari's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Tate Iii keeps control of Sankari as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Sankari just leaning against Tate Iii, taking a breather.
Tate Iii prevents a takedown attempt there.
Sankari looks winded!
Tate Iii gets underhooks to prevent Sankari's takedown attempt.
Tate Iii has Sankari pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sankari manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Tate Iii tries to pull guard but Sankari holds him up against the cage and eventually Tate Iii drops back down to his feet.
The referee calls for Tate Iii to work. #T2#
Sankari is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Tate Iii is defending well for now.
Sankari is looking to take this one to the mat.
Tate Iii tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sankari just stands there and leans against the cage.
Tate Iii fails to pull guard.
Sankari gets underhooks to prevent Tate Iii's takedown attempt. #TD#
Tate Iii pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Tate Iii is looking for a triangle but Sankari pushes his legs off easily.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tate Iii holds on and takes a little breather.
Sankari stopping the sweep attempt from Tate Iii.#T3##SUB#
Tate Iii has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sankari can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tate Iii tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sankari being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Tate Iii doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Sankari gets tackled into the cage by Tate Iii. Tate Iii maintains the clinch. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Sankari tightens his grip and picks Tate Iii up, before dumping him to the ground. Tate Iii manages to land in guard.

Tate Iii pushes Sankari off and scrambles back to his feet. #CL#
Tate Iii closes the distance and clinches.
Tate Iii wants to break free but Sankari has control.
Tate Iii is trying to push Sankari away but Sankari has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Sankari struggles to land a body shot inside as Tate Iii controls his hands.
Tate Iii is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Sankari gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tate Iii lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Sankari is trying to break the clinch but Tate Iii is controlling him.
Tate Iii is trying to push Sankari away but Sankari has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Tate Iii shoots in for a takedown but Sankari shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Tate Iii moves into the clinch successfully.
Tate Iii is looking for a takedown.
Sankari blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Sankari looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sankari tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
Sankari's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sankari shoots in looking for a takedown but Tate Iii manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sankari's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sankari misses with a kick to the body
and Tate Iii counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sankari has a takedown stuffed.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sota Sankari.
Sankari is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL#
Tate Iii has managed to clinch. #T1#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Tate Iii wants a takedown.
Tate Iii tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Sankari avoids it.
Sankari stalling in the clinch but Tate Iii improves position.
Sankari tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #TD#
Tate Iii manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Tate Iii is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Tate Iii tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tate Iii wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
Tate Iii trying to control the position.
Sankari won't allow Tate Iii to sweep him here.
Tate Iii bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sankari's guard. #REVR##SU#
Tate Iii decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Sankari displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tate Iii.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tate Iii or perhaps it was just good defense by Sankari, which made it look bad. #T3#
Sankari missing with a left hand there. Tate Iii was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tate Iii went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Sankari takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sankari misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tate Iii dives in and grabs Sankari's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sankari pushes down on Tate Iii's head and hops out.
Tate Iii tries for a takedown but Sankari sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sankari is defended easily by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tate Iii uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sankari. #T4#
Tate Iii wants to clinch up but Sankari keeps it at a distance.
Tate Iii misses with a takedown attempt - Sankari sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL#
Tate Iii clinches up with Sankari and pushes him back against the cage.
Sankari is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Tate Iii manages to break the clinch.
Tate Iii fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tate Iii fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Sankari tries to clinch but Tate Iii moves away
and Tate Iii counters with a three punch combo that has Sankari backing up. Sankari nods at Tate Iii to acknowledge the strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Tate Iii is looking to clinch.
Sankari keeps the fight on the outside.
Sankari is trying hard to land a takedown here. Tate Iii sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Tate Iii attempts a counter takedown but Sankari avoids it well and moves away.#CL#
Tate Iii rushes Sankari and presses him up against the cage.#BC2#
Sankari manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Sankari gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tate Iii to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Tate Iii content to stall in guard here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii throwing strikes from guard but Sankari blocks nicely. #T1#
Sankari keeping moving, preventing Tate Iii from controlling successfully.
Tate Iii wants to pass the guard but Sankari is keeping the position.
Tate Iii trying to control but Sankari is working from the bottom. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tate Iii chips away with some ground and pound.
Tate Iii throws a big right hand that misses.
Tate Iii missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tate Iii tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sankari can do to turn this around?#CL#
Tate Iii rushes Sankari and presses him up against the cage.
Tate Iii is pressed up against the cage. Sankari has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tate Iii down to the mat. Tate Iii avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Sankari tries to keep at a distance but Tate Iii has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Tate Iii manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Tate Iii has Sankari pulled in close to control his posture. #T3#
Tate Iii has a closed guard, preventing Sankari from standing up.
Tate Iii seems keen to control Sankari's posture.
Sota Sankari has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tate Iii keeping moving, preventing Sankari from controlling successfully.
Sankari looking to pass the guard.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tate Iii holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Tate Iii misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tate Iii dives in and grabs Sankari's left leg, looking for a takedown. Sankari pushes down on Tate Iii's head and hops out.#TD#
Tate Iii feints and as Sankari raises his hands in defense, Tate Iii changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tate Iii showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Sankari can't keep his opponent in guard - Tate Iii advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tate Iii, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 2
Date: Sep 15, 2021

#R1#
Tate Iii leaves Sankari with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Sankari shoots in but no luck this time. #TD#
Tate Iii closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Sankari quickly recovers to half guard.
Sankari scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Tate Iii manages to mount him!
Sankari looks winded!
Tate Iii looking to control but Sankari is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tate Iii unloads with some shots from mount but Sankari bucks and avoids them well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Tate Iii content just to control the position here.
Sankari looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Tate Iii trying to control but Sankari is having none of it.
Tate Iii punching from mount but Sankari doing a good job of avoiding damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Sankari wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Tate Iii.
Tate Iii can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sankari is looking to escape.
Tate Iii throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Sankari because Tate Iii loaded up on that one.
Tate Iii looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Tate Iii prevents Sankari from getting the reversal.
Tate Iii controlling from mount.
Tate Iii thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch! #T3##SU#
Tate Iii get's back to his feet.
Sankari shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Tate Iii as he jumps to the side.
Curtis Tate Iii has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sota Sankari.#CL#
Tate Iii fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sankari, pushing him back against the cage.
Tate Iii wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sankari has him pressed against the cage.
Sankari misses with the head strike.
The referee is keeping an eye on Tate Iii - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters. #BC#
Tate Iii breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Tate Iii has taken the fight to the clinch. #T4#
Tate Iii lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD#
Tate Iii successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Sankari avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tate Iii 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.
Tate Iii is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sankari trying to control but Tate Iii is working from the bottom. #ES#
Tate Iii uses the cage to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Tate Iii looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Sankari is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Tate Iii is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sankari can do to turn this around?
Sankari changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Tate Iii tries to avoid it but Sankari manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Tate Iii to the ground. Tate Iii escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tate Iii throws a big counter combination but Sankari scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Tate Iii tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sankari misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Tate Iii shoots in for a double leg but Sankari sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Tate Iii works the jab nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sankari as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Curtis Tate Iii. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sankari is breathing heavily.#CL#
Sankari tries to keep at a distance but Tate Iii has taken the fight into the clinch.#T1#
Sankari tries to pull guard but Tate Iii holds him up against the cage and eventually Sankari drops back down to his feet.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Sankari is controlling him.
Tate Iii wants a takedown but no success here.
Tate Iii has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sankari is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tate Iii can't break the clinch. #TD#
Tate Iii pulls Sankari into guard.
Tate Iii wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tate Iii trying to keep a closed guard but Sankari is proving a slippery customer. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tate Iii pulls Sankari in to control the position. #ES#
Tate Iii uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Tate Iii fails with the takedown.
Nice sprawl there from Sankari as Tate Iii shoots in.
Sankari swats away the attempt to clinch by Tate Iii.
Sankari was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Tate Iii misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Tate Iii fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T3#
Tate Iii changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Sankari tries to avoid it but Tate Iii manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Sankari to the ground. Sankari escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tate Iii has a takedown stuffed.
Sankari will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Sankari looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Tate Iii moves into the clinch.
Tate Iii taking a breather.
Tate Iii tries for a takedown but Sankari manages to get underhooks.
Sankari wants a takedown but no success here.
Sankari keeps control of Tate Iii as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T4#
Sankari is pressed up against the cage. Tate Iii has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sankari down to the mat. Sankari avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Tate Iii misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sankari tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tate Iii swivels and escapes.#CL#
Tate Iii rushes Sankari and presses him up against the cage.
Tate Iii jumps guard but Sankari stands there with Tate Iii around his waist. Tate Iii gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Tate Iii is trying to pull guard but Sankari turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Tate Iii is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Sankari is defending well for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
Sankari's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Tate Iii looks to land a combination. Sankari sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Tate Iii shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sankari sprawls well. Sankari wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tate Iii gets slowly back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Sankari shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Tate Iii defends it nicely.
Sankari defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tate Iii.
Sankari shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Tate Iii but Tate Iii pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tate Iii appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sankari takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tate Iii tries to work over Sankari's front leg with a kick but Sankari checks it. #CL#
Tate Iii clinches with his opponent.
Sankari keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Tate Iii's efforts to push away.
Tate Iii has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sankari avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Sankari takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T1#
Tate Iii jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sankari walks away with a smile on his face. Tate Iii gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Curtis Tate Iii. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sankari circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL#
Tate Iii moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Tate Iii breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Curtis Tate Iii is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sankari leaves Tate Iii with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#CL#
Tate Iii gets a clinch.
Tate Iii throws a knee to the head but misses.
Tate Iii is looking for a takedown.#T2#
Tate Iii lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sankari misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Tate Iii. #TD#
Tate Iii drags the fight down to the ground.
Tate Iii keeping moving, preventing Sankari from controlling successfully.
Tate Iii has his hands on Sankari's head, controlling the position.
Tate Iii trying to control the position. #SUB#
Tate Iii is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Tate Iii tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sota Sankari has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tate Iii is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tate Iii throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Tate Iii clinches.
Tate Iii tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sankari just stands there and leans against the cage.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tate Iii wants a takedown.
Sankari is pressed up against the cage. Tate Iii has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sankari down to the mat. Sankari avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Sankari takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tate Iii tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sankari swivels and escapes.
Sankari walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice sprawl there from Sankari as Tate Iii shoots in.
Tate Iii fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sankari doesn't manage to clinch there - Tate Iii circles away.
Tate Iii fails with a takedown attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Curtis Tate Iii showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Tate Iii 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Curtis Tate Iii!

Event: Flair 1
Date: Sep 09, 2021

#R1#
Talbain goes for a double leg but Tate Iii avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tate Iii continues to drive forward.
Tate Iii is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tate Iii is trying to break the clinch but Talbain is controlling him.#TD2#
Tate Iii has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Talbain regains guard immediately.
Talbain tries to strike from the bottom.
Talbain keeping moving, preventing Tate Iii from controlling successfully.
Tate Iii must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2#
Tate Iii stands up from Talbain's guard - Tate Iii perhaps looking for a knockout.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Talbain is defended easily by Tate Iii.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Tate Iii closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tate Iii lands in his opponent's guard.
Talbain wants to get back to his feet but Tate Iii passes into half guard. #T1##REVR#
Talbain throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Talbain 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.
Talbain wants to control but Tate Iii is keeping busy.
Tate Iii content to control rather than advance.
Tate Iii trying to mount his opponent but Talbain defends it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Tate Iii prevents Talbain from improving his position.#SU2#
Tate Iii stands up and beckons Talbain to join him on the feet.
Talbain tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Tate Iii is able to avoid easily.
Tate Iii steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Talbain.
Talbain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Talbain avoids a punch combination nicely.
Talbain thinks about countering with a head kick.
Talbain checks a leg kick.#CL2#
Tate Iii rushes Talbain and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Talbain drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tate Iii gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Talbain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Talbain is trying to pull guard but Tate Iii has him pressed against the cage.#T3##TD2#
Tate Iii jumps guard and drags Talbain to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Tate Iii is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Talbain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Tate Iii escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Talbain gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Tate Iii looks winded!
Talbain has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Tate Iii is proving hard to escape from.
Tate Iii really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Talbain. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Tate Iii throwing strikes off his back to little effect. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Talbain trying to control but Tate Iii is working from the bottom.
Tate Iii trying to keep a closed guard but Talbain is proving a slippery customer.
Talbain passes into half guard.
Talbain thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tate Iii's head.
Tate Iii is refusing to be controlled, as Talbain sits in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Talbain missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tate Iii trying to control from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Curtis Tate Iii dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Tate Iii keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Tate Iii tries to counter by closing the distance.
Talbain dives in for a single leg takedown but Tate Iii sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Talbain can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Talbain. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Talbain manages to pull guard.
Talbain keeping full guard, as Tate Iii tries to pass.
Talbain throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talbain looking to control but Tate Iii passes into half guard.
Tate Iii prevents Talbain from improving his position.
Talbain makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Talbain.#T1#
Tate Iii working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Talbain keeping moving, preventing Tate Iii from controlling successfully.
Talbain trying to strike off his back.
Talbain controls Tate Iii momentarily but Tate Iii frees himself. #SUB#
Tate Iii lying in Talbain's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Talbain decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Tate Iii taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jon Talbain!
Jon Talbain is the new heavyweight champion!

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