Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Flair 117
Date: Oct 26, 2024

#R1#
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Lang.
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1##CL2#
Lang closes the distance and pushes Chaelsson back into the ropes.
Chaelsson landing knees to the body.
Lang throws a punch but it's blocked by Chaelsson.
Chaelsson has Lang pressed against the ropes, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lang is trying to force a seperation but Chaelsson has the dominant position.
Lang wants to get back to striking at distance but Chaelsson won't allow it.
Chaelsson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Chaelsson tries to land knees in the clinch but Lang avoids the damage to the body.
Chaelsson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Chaelsson keeps control of Lang as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #T2#
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Chaelsson is controlling him.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Chaelsson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Lang tries to break the clinch but Chaelsson is controlling the position.
Lang is trying to break free.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Chaelsson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lang is defending well for now.
Chaelsson landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Lang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#T3#
Chaelsson crunches a lovely knee into Lang's ribcage.
Lang can't break the clinch.
Lang stalling in the clinch but Chaelsson improves position.
Lang tries to circle away but Chaelsson has him pinned against the ropes.
Lang working hard to break the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Chaelsson keeps him there for the moment.
Chaelsson prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.#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.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Chaelsson scores a nice knee to the body.
Lang wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chaelsson has him pressed against the ropes.
Lang avoiding damage as Chaelsson throws knees to the body.
Lang wants to break the clinch but can't.
Lang misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lang is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Chaelsson is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chaelsson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lang is defending well for now.#BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang misses with a body shot
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang misses with a kick to the body
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and pushes Chaelsson back into the ropes.#T1#
Lang effectively controlling the action here.
Chaelsson trying to land knees to the body.
Chaelsson prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.
Chaelsson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lang.
Knees to the body from Chaelsson.
Lang can't break the clinch.
Lang tries to break the clinch but Chaelsson is controlling the position.
Chaelsson missing with knees to the body.
Lang taking a breather. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Lang blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Knees to the body from Chaelsson.
Lang is trying to force a seperation but Chaelsson has the dominant position.
Lang is trying to stall.
Chaelsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Lang takes a knee to the side of the body.
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Chaelsson avoids it by throwing Lang back against the ropes.
Chaelsson prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.
Lang takes a knee to the side of the body. #BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T3#
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang misses with a body shot
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
A head kick by Lang misses
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang misses with a shot to the body
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Lang looks to clinch
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Lang misses with a body punch
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Patrick Chaelsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Patrick Chaelsson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lang throws a lazy uppercut
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang throws a poor cross that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Lang pushes Chaelsson up against the ropes in a clinch.
Lang tries to circle away but Chaelsson has him pinned against the ropes.
Lang is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Chaelsson is keeping busy.
Lang tries to circle away but Chaelsson has him pinned against the ropes.#T1#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lang stalling in the clinch but Chaelsson improves position.
Lang is persisting with his attempts to control the action in the clinch, rather than do any real damage.#BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab. #T2#
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang throws a leg kick
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Lang uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chaelsson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Lang lunges at Chaelsson with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Chaelsson's hand.
Lang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.

And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Chaelsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chaelsson 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:26
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:26
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick Chaelsson!
Patrick Chaelsson retains his heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Patrick Chaelsson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Flair 110
Date: Jun 01, 2024

#R1##KD#
Lang throws out a head kick that Sankari doesn't see coming - it connects and sends Sankari 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 Sankari's eyes and has decided to let it go on!#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 walks into a perfectly timed head kick by Lang and drops face first to the floor! Sankari's eyes are wide open but he's not all there - he's just flopping around the mat like a drunk on rollerskates! The referee doesn't even start the count - he's called an end to the fight, with Sankari in no position to continue!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 109
Date: May 11, 2024

#R1#
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang tries to clinch up
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to clinch
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang misses with a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Crunch! Lang slams his shin into Chaelsson's torso.
Lang throws a lazy body kick
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang swings widly with a right hand
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
A low kick from Lang misses
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang misses with a kick to the body
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang looks to clinch
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chaelsson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang throws a sloppy body shot
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chaelsson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A low kick from Lang misses
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang misses the body punch
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Lang moves into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang taking a breather.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chaelsson.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chaelsson.
Lang is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Chaelsson is keeping busy.#T1#
Chaelsson lands a nice knee to the body. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang throws a leg kick
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang tries to land a body kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang misses with a kick to the body
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Patrick Chaelsson is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Lang clinches up against the ropes.
Lang taking a breather.
Lang on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #T3#
Chaelsson unloads a knee to the mid-section. Lang lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Lang avoiding damage.
Lang trying to stall but Chaelsson improves his position.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chaelsson.
Chaelsson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lang avoiding damage as Chaelsson throws knees to the body.
Lang trying to control the position but instead, Chaelsson has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lang into the ropes.
Chaelsson unloads a knee to the mid-section.#T4#
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Chaelsson avoids it by throwing Lang back against the ropes.
Chaelsson lands a nice knee to the body.
Lang pushes off an throws an elbow but Chaelsson leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the ropes.
A head punch on the inside from Lang fails to land.
Knees in the clinch landing for Chaelsson.
Chaelsson unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Chaelsson misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lang.
Chaelsson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Good leg kick by Lang.
Lang misses with a lunging right hand
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A left lands for Lang.
Lang misses with a left hand
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Chaelsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Patrick Chaelsson 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.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang misses with a double jab
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang thows a leg kick but Chaelsson checks it
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang falls off balance throwing a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2#
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang falls off balance throwing a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang throws a leg kick that is checked
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A low kick from Lang is predictable there
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang misses with a leg kick
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A low kick from Lang is predictable there
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.

And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Chaelsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chaelsson 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 30:25
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:25
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick Chaelsson!
Patrick Chaelsson retains his heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Patrick Chaelsson thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Flair 105
Date: Feb 16, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Lang fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Sankari sprawls well initially but Lang persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Sankari looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Lang is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sankari definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sankari knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lang on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T1#
Sankari is in trouble now - Lang has advanced to mount!
Lang landing strikes, looking to finish!
Lang looking to control and managing it successfully.
Lang is landing with some decent strikes but Sankari is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Lang controlling from the full mount. #SUB2#
Lang quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Lang but it's paid off an Sankari is forced to tap! Nice work by Lang.

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

Event: Flair 104
Date: Feb 11, 2024

#R1#
Lang jabs Sankari to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sankari looks really tired already! That doesn't bode well for a good, competitive fight!
Lang lands a nice shot to the body.
Lang scores with a shot to the body. #CL#
Lang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Lang using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Lang working Sankari over with knees to the body.
Lang throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Sankaris head. #CUT#It looks like Sota Sankari has been cut.
Sankari looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lang lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #BC#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A nice inside leg kick there by Lang. That's going to slow Sankari down. #CL#
Lang gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Lang clinches up with Sankari and pushes him back against the ropes.
Lang will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Sankari up against the ropes.
The referee is keeping an eye on Lang - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Lang seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.#T1#
Knees in the clinch landing for Lang. #BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A shot to the liver by Lang. Beautiful body shot.#CL#
Lang has Sankari up against the ropes in a clinch. #BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Lang lands a jab to the head.
Lang grits his teeth and throws a big right-left combo! Sankari takes both shots clean on the chin and is out cold! Lang cracks him once more on his way down, as the crowd goes wild! They enjoyed that one!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 101
Date: Nov 18, 2023

#R1#
Lang tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Thibodeaux swivels and escapes.
Lang throws a head kick that misses.
Lang fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Fortune Thibodeaux seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lang tries to clinch
and Thibodeaux counters with a nice body shot.
Lang shoots in for a takedown but Thibodeaux shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Craig Long Lang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lang misses with a double jab.
Thibodeaux dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Lang fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Thibodeaux to the ground. Lang is now in Thibodeaux's guard.
Lang scores with a decent looking elbow strike.#SU#
Lang gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Thibodeaux stuns Lang with a nice body shot, before stepping back 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!
Thibodeaux moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Thibodeaux throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Thibodeaux looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lang is breathing heavily.
Thibodeaux lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T1##CL2#
Thibodeaux has Lang up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Thibodeaux.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Thibodeaux lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow just above Lang 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Craig Long Lang has been cut.
Thibodeaux lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Thibodeaux.
Lang jumps guard but Thibodeaux stands there with Lang around his waist. Lang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow inside that Lang shrugs off. #TD#
Lang lands a takedown into guard.
Lang slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Thibodeaux can do anything to dispel that myth.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lang is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Thibodeaux's shoulder. That is not cool. #T2#
Thibodeaux is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Thibodeaux parries the strikes from Lang easily there. Lang is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Thibodeaux to escape.
Lang 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.#SUB#
Lang is trying to get an arm triangle but Thibodeaux is defending well.
Thibodeaux wants to get back to his feet but Lang drags him back down.#T3#
Thibodeaux tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Lang tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Lang unloads with some shots from mount but Thibodeaux bucks and avoids them well.
Lang lands with some strikes.
Lang controlling his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lang unloading with bombs!#T4#
Lang takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Lang is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Thibodeaux has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Lang looking to control and managing it successfully.
Thibodeaux is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
Lang takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
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 Craig Long Lang will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Craig Long Lang'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#
A head kick from Thibodeaux lands but Lang takes it in his stride. #TD#
Lang fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Thibodeaux to the ground. Lang is now in Thibodeaux's guard.
Lang controlling from the top position.
Craig Long Lang overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Thibodeaux wants to stand but Lang is controlling the position.
Lang is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1##SU#
Lang gets to his feet - Thibodeaux follows without any prompting.
Lang looks to clinch
and Thibodeaux counters with a stiff right hand.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Thibodeaux fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Lang, pushing him back against the cage.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow just above Lang 's eye.
Thibodeaux gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow that stopped Lang in his tracks for a moment.
Thibodeaux lands an uppercut.
Lang wants a takedown but no success here. #T2#
Thibodeaux comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Thibodeaux working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Thibodeaux lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang is trying to drag Thibodeaux to the mat but Thibodeaux just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lang's defenses.
Lang tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Thibodeaux just stands there and leans against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Craig Long Lang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lang jumps guard but Thibodeaux turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Lang tries to pull guard but Thibodeaux won't allow it.
Lang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Thibodeaux walks away with a smile on his face. Lang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #KD2#
Thibodeaux lands a big head kick that sends Lang tumbling to the mat! Thibodeaux takes a step backwards and waves Lang back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#Lang is rocked!#KD2#
Thibodeaux drops Lang with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Lang looks back up at him and smiles so Thibodeaux waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Oh Lang is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Thibodeaux throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#CL2#
Thibodeaux rushes Lang and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Thibodeaux lands with a left to the head. #T3#
Thibodeaux lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Thibodeaux.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#KD2#
Thibodeaux lands a vicious elbow to the side of Lang's head that scrambles his senses and sends him wobbling down to the canvas! Thibodeaux tries to finish him with strikes but Lang still seems able to defend himself so Thibodeaux steps back and lets Lang get back to his feet - he wants no part of the ground game.
Thibodeaux flashes Lang a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Lang's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Lang crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Thibodeaux punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Fortune Thibodeaux!
During a confident post fight interview, Fortune Thibodeaux thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Flair 95
Date: Sep 01, 2023

#R1#
Dickson swings for the body but Lang moves out of range.
Dickson throws a big shot that misses.
Lang looks to throw the jab but Dickson is out of range.
A combination from Dickson does no damage.
Dickson swings away with a body shot that misses #TD2#
and Lang decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Dickson's guard.
Lang is standing up over Dickson. Dickson looks to escape but Lang dives into side control. #REVR#
Dickson is being controlled here. #SUB2#
Lang is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Dickson is trying to escape and Lang transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Dickson is forced to tap! Nice work there by Lang! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 92
Date: Aug 11, 2023

#R1#
Thibodeaux throws a head kick that half lands.
Thibodeaux lands a jab to Lang's midsection.
Lang tries to clinch there but Thibodeaux circles away.
Lang wants to clinch but Thibodeaux slips to the side
and Thibodeaux counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Lang moves to clinch but Thibodeaux breaks away
and Thibodeaux counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Nice body kick from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Thibodeaux throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Lang's head.
Thibodeaux scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Lang takes a head kick and keeps coming.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Thibodeaux, as that shot connected.
Thibodeaux circles away from the clinch attempt
and Thibodeaux counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang drops his hands momentarily and Thibodeaux takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lang takes one to the side of the head. #T1#
Thibodeaux lands a front kick.#CL2#
Thibodeaux moves into the clinch.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Thibodeaux gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Craig Long Lang has been cut.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow that stopped Lang in his tracks for a moment.
Thibodeaux working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Lang takes an elbow to the temple.
Thibodeaux lands a shoulder strike.
Thibodeaux lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lang looking to stall.
Thibodeaux stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
A shot in the inside from Thibodeaux.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thibodeaux lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #T2#
Thibodeaux lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Lang is trying to stall.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow that stopped Lang in his tracks for a moment.
Nice elbow from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead. #KD2#
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space and cracks Lang with an uppercut that drops him to the canvas! Lang is wobbled and seems to be struggling to get back to his feet. 3,4,5. He's up! Phew, his manager will be relieved but they're no doubt wondering whether he'll be able to recover properly and get back in the fight!
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Thibodeaux counters with a lovely shot to the body.#CL2#
Thibodeaux has taken the fight to the clinch. #KD2#
Thibodeaux knocks Lang to the floor with a big elbow! Not sure whether that caught him more off guard or if he's really hurt. He's beaten the count so we'll continue the fight.
Thibodeaux paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#ROC2#Lang is rocked!
Thibodeaux moves out of range of the body kick from Lang.
Lang takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#T3##CL2#
Thibodeaux takes the fight into the clinch.
Thibodeaux scores with a shoulder strike.
Thibodeaux has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Nice elbow from Thibodeaux.
Lang is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Thibodeaux lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Thibodeaux lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow inside that Lang shrugs off.
Thibodeaux comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Oh Lang is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#CUT2#Craig Long Lang's cut is getting worse.
Lang is trying to push Thibodeaux away but Thibodeaux has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Lang seems to have got his legs back now.
Lang takes a shot to the head.
Lang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thibodeaux's elbow.
Lang tries to stall but Thibodeaux uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Thibodeaux lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thibodeaux lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #T4#
Thibodeaux taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Lang has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lang dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Lang is trying to push Thibodeaux away but Thibodeaux has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Thibodeaux scores with a hook to the body.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow that stopped Lang in his tracks for a moment.
Thibodeaux lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2#Craig Long Lang's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
A short left from Thibodeaux.
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead.
Thibodeaux gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Thibodeaux comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Thibodeaux cracks Lang with an upwards elbow that sends him tumbling backwards, out cold! Lang is rigid against the ropes, staring into space! Ouch, that was brutal, what a finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Elbow). Fortune Thibodeaux!
A victorious Fortune Thibodeaux thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Flair 87
Date: Jun 10, 2023

#R1#
Dickson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Lang uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dickson.
Dickson tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Lang was well out of range. Poor timing from Dickson.
Lang shapes to counter with a head kick.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Dickson!
A shot to the body from Dickson misses #CL2#
and Lang counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Lang.
Dickson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lang landing some nice looking knees to the body.
A hook to the body from Lang.
Dickson misses with a punch on the inside.
Dickson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch. #CL2#
Lang instigates a clinch.
Lang tries to land knees in the clinch but Dickson avoids the damage to the body.
Dickson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Lang blocks a couple of punches 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!
Dickson swings wildly with an uppercut but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lang stalling against the ropes.
Dickson can't break the clinch. #T1##BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Morrison Dickson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dickson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Lang throws a jab but it's blocked by Dickson.
Dickson lands a nice hook to Lang's body. Lang takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lang - that will leave a mark! #CL2#
Lang clinches up with Dickson and pushes him back against the ropes.
A frustrated look appears on Dickson's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lang manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Dickson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Lang.
Lang struggles to land a body shot inside as Dickson controls his hands.
Dickson working aggressively here.
Dickson swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dickson takes a shot to the head. #T2##BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dickson scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lang doesn't seem bothered though.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donk. Dickson catches Lang right on the button with a cross.#CL2#
Lang clinches up against the ropes.#BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Dickson.
Lang lands a head kick. Dickson smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Dickson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#KD#
Lang walks into a big right hand from Dickson and goes down! The referee sends Dickson to a neutral corner as Lang gets back to his feet. He looks OK so we're back under way.#ROC#Lang is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Craig Long Lang has been cut.
Lang is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Dickson doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Lang crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Lang's bad books for that mishap!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Morrison Dickson!
A very excited looking Morrison Dickson made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: The Return
Date: May 13, 2023

#R1##CL#
Camacho clinches with his opponent.
Camacho misses with a knee strike.
Lang wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Lang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Camacho misses with a short punch on the inside.
Camacho lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Camacho thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Lang if he has to take too many more of those.
Camacho ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Lang moves away.
Camacho throws a head kick but Lang moves out of range. #CL2#
Camacho gets tackled into the ropes by Lang. Lang maintains the clinch.
Lang blocks a body shot from Camacho.
A right handed body shot lands from Lang.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Camacho keeps him there for the moment.
Camacho throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Camacho doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Lang takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lang throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T1##CL2#
Lang has managed to clinch.
Lang is looking to control Camacho's arms but Camacho gets an underhook and turns him. Now Lang has his back to the ropes.
Camacho throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Langs head.
Camacho using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lang has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Camacho is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lang is defending well for now.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Camacho lands with a kick to the temple. Lang shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?" #CL#
Camacho moves into range and clinches up with Lang.
Camacho misses with a punch to the body.
Camacho stalling.
Camacho tries to work over Lang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Camacho tries to land a knee to the head but Lang blocks with his arms.
Camacho goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Camacho goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Camacho creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Lang displaying some good clinch control by pressing Camacho up against the ropes.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Camacho struggles to land a body shot inside as Lang controls his hands.
Camacho digs a right hand into Lang's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lang's gas tank.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Camacho missing with knees to the body.
Lang trying to stall but Camacho improves his position.
Camacho looking to throw knees to the head but Lang is blocking nicely.
Camacho tries a body shot but Lang blocks it.
Camacho lands a nice knee to the body.
Camacho looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Camacho scores with a nice hook to the head.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Camacho wants to clinch up but Lang keeps it at a distance.#T3#
Camacho is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Camacho works Lang's body with a nice hook.
Camacho thuds a left hand into Lang's body.#CL2#
Lang gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Camacho lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've been informed that Lang has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
A right hand to the body from Camacho.
Lang misses with the head strike. #BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Macho Camacho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camacho scores with a nice strike.
Camacho swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A low kick lands for Camacho.
Lang throws a nice looking combination but Camacho bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Camacho moves in looking to clinch but Lang pushes him off.
Camacho just misses with a punch to the body. #T4##CL2#
Lang closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Camacho swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Camacho avoiding damage.
Camacho looking to stall.
Camacho fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lang wants to break the clinch but can't.
Lang slowing the pace effectively.
Camacho throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lang stalling in the clinch but Camacho improves position.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lang.
Camacho presses Lang against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A shot in the inside from Camacho.
Lang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Camacho doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Macho Camacho 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##CL2#
Lang clinches up with Camacho and pushes him back against the ropes.
Camacho lands a knee to the body.
Camacho lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Camacho landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Camacho lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Camacho with a knee to the head.
Knees to the body from Camacho.
Camacho doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Camacho tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Camacho is stalling here.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Lang is breathing heavily.
Camacho misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lang.
Camacho can't find room to land a body shot as Lang controls the action.
Lang trying to stall but Camacho improves his position. #T1#
Camacho cracks Lang with a nice body shot.
A short uppercut from Camacho.
Lang using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Camacho has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lang prevents a body shot from Camacho.
Camacho keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lang's efforts to push away.
Lang stalling in the clinch but Camacho improves position. #BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Nice body kick from Camacho.
Camacho pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Camacho connects with a body shot.
Lang misses with a head kick.
A jab from Camacho does it's job there.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and pushes Camacho back into the ropes.
Macho Camacho has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lang throws a half hearted mid kick.#T2##CL#
Camacho clinches up with Lang and pushes him back against the ropes.
Camacho misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Camacho clinches.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Camacho ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Camacho lands a slapping body shot.
Lang takes a head kick and keeps coming.
A punch lands to the side of Lang 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Camacho throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Lang ducks right into an uppercut from Camacho.
Camacho misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Camacho feints and then cracks Lang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lang down.
Camacho throws a nice inside leg kick. #CL#
Camacho instigates a clinch. #T3#
Camacho lands an uppercut.
Camacho misses with some punches.
Camacho digs a right hand into Lang's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lang's gas tank.
A right hand to the body from Camacho.
Camacho works on Lang's body with a couple of short punches.
Lang lands with a short shot to the head.
Camacho lands a body shot in the clinch.
Camacho lands a left hand.
Camacho misses with an elbow strike.
Lang is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Camacho misses with a knee strike.
Camacho lands a hook to the side of the head.
Camacho lands a nice shot to the body.
Camacho using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lang has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #T4#
Camacho lands a body shot.
Camacho misses with a punch to the body.
A shot in the inside from Camacho.
Camacho misses with the head strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camacho is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lang is keeping busy.
Camacho lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Lang has Camacho pressed against the ropes.
Lang is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Camacho throws a punch but it's blocked by Lang.
Camacho misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lang is looking to break free of the clinch but Camacho has double underhooks.
Camacho lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Camacho throws a punch but it's blocked by Lang.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Macho Camacho dominated that second round.
That's time! Camacho's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##CL2#
Lang rushes Camacho and presses him up against the ropes.#BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Camacho tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Macho Camacho is winning the standup battle so far.
Camacho throws a nice head kick! #CL2#
Lang closes the distance and pushes Camacho back into the ropes.
Camacho looking to throw knees to the head but Lang is blocking nicely.
Camacho keeps control of Lang as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Lang throws a head punch that misses.
Lang missing with knees to the body.
Lang is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Camacho is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lang is defending well for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee calls for Lang to work.
A short uppercut from Camacho.
Lang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Camacho's elbow. #T1#
Camacho throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Langs head.
Camacho connects with a knee to the head.
Camacho lands with a short shot to the head.
With the fighters up against the ropes, Camacho throws an elbow but misses.
Lang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Camacho lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lang or not.
Camacho is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Camacho crunches a lovely knee into Lang's ribcage.
Lang takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Camacho lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lang managing to block the knees to the body from Camacho.
Camacho misses with a body punch.
Lang looking to stall.
Camacho misses with a short punch on the inside.
Camacho misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Camacho misses with a knee strike.
Lang blocks an uppercut.
Macho Camacho is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
A short body shot lands from Camacho as the two fighters clinch.
Lang tries to break the clinch but Camacho is controlling the position.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Camacho dodges an elbow strike from Lang.
A body shot lands from Camacho.
Camacho digs a right hand underneath Lang's ribcage. Lang let out a lung full of air as it connected.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camacho lands with a short head shot on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Camacho.
Lang avoiding damage as Camacho throws knees to the body.
Camacho lands a nice elbow.
Lang working hard to break the clinch.
Camacho tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Camacho throws a head punch that misses.
Camacho throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Langs head. #T3#
Camacho with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Lang prevents a body shot from Camacho. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang misses with an uppercut.
Lang walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Camacho. Lang shrugs it off though.
Lang stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Camacho.
Camacho tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lang tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Lang clinches up against the ropes.#BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Camacho misses with a head kick.
Camacho fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lang looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Camacho throws a sloppy head kick and Lang moves out of range easily. #T4#
Camacho lands with a cross.
Lang avoids the head kick by Camacho.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A head kick misses from Camacho.
Camacho is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Camacho's jab looks to have found its range, popping Lang under the eye.#CL2#
Lang rushes Camacho and presses him up against the ropes.
Camacho scores with a shoulder strike.
Lang tries to break free but Camacho pushes him back against the ropes.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lang's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lang tries to circle away but Camacho has him pinned against the ropes.
Camacho with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lang misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Camacho.

And that's the end of the fight!
Macho Camacho showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Camacho 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Macho Camacho!

Event: Flair 82
Date: Apr 15, 2023

#R1#
Thibodeaux lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CUT2#It looks like Craig Long Lang has been cut.
Thibodeaux with a nice cross.#CL2#
Thibodeaux closes the distance and clinches.
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lang's defenses.
Thibodeaux lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lang is breathing heavily.
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead.
Thibodeaux lands an uppercut.#ROC2#Lang is rocked!
Lang has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Thibodeaux after a bit of a struggle.
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead.
Oh Lang is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead.
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!
Lang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Thibodeaux smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Thibodeaux moves into the clinch.
Lang seems to have got his legs back now.
Lang takes an elbow to the temple.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Thibodeaux lands with a light punch inside.
Lang struggles to land a body shot inside as Thibodeaux controls his hands.
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead.
Thibodeaux throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Langs head.
Thibodeaux lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Thibodeaux lands a damaging elbow.
Thibodeaux lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Clinched against the cage, Thibodeaux lands a big elbow that drops Lang! The ref dives in to save him from more shots - Lang is complaining that he's OK but he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fortune Thibodeaux!
A very excited looking Fortune Thibodeaux made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Flair Championship
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Lang misses with a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand. #T1#
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang misses with a leg kick
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang thows a leg kick but Chaelsson checks it
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to clinch up
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang thows a leg kick but Chaelsson checks it
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Lang throws a sloppy body shot
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Chaelsson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lang misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T4#
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A head kick by Lang misses
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang misses with a left hand
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson 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#
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
A head kick by Lang misses
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Chaelsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Chaelsson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Lang misses with an uppercut
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang throws a lazy uppercut
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL2#
Lang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
Lang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T1#
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Chaelsson has him pressed against the ropes.
Lang tries to break free but Chaelsson pushes him back against the ropes.
Lang taking a breather. #BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
A lazy body kick from Lang
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang throws a sloppy body shot
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Lang darts in trying to clinch
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Lang looks to throw a body kick
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand. #T4#
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Patrick Chaelsson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Lang darts in and clinches Chaelsson up against the ropes.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Chaelsson as Lang tries to tie him up.
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
Lang 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 Chaelsson has denied him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. #T1#
Chaelsson landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Lang struggles to land a body shot inside as Chaelsson controls his hands.
Lang taking a breather.
Lang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lang tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Chaelsson avoids it.
Chaelsson landing knees to the body.
Lang swings wildly with an uppercut but Chaelsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Chaelsson's elbow. #T2#
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
Chaelsson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Lang is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Chaelsson is defending well for now.
Lang tries to stall but Chaelsson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Chaelsson as Lang tries to tie him up.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Craig Long Lang.
Lang falls off balance throwing a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Chaelsson is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang throws a poor cross that misses
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Chaelsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chaelsson, 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 Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:25
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:25
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:25

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick Chaelsson!
Patrick Chaelsson retains his heavyweight title!
Patrick Chaelsson thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Flair 81
Date: Mar 25, 2023

#R1#
Dickson swings widly with a right hand #TD2#
and Lang counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Dickson is wriggling around but Lang manages to pass to half guard.
Dickson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Lang on the ground.#REVR#
Dickson is trying to maintain the position but Lang is very close to passing his half guard.
Dickson wants to control the action here but instead Lang manages to pass to full mount! #SUB2#
Lang looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Lang content just to control the position here.
The referee warns Dickson that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head. #T1#
Lang landing punches.
Lang with the ground and pound from mount.
Lang controlling his opponent.
Dickson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Lang lands a big shot there that rocks Dickson but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Dickson is wriggling around trying to escape. #SUB2#
Lang working for a submission but Dickson is keeping him at bay.
Lang working the ground and pound effectively.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Lang cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers! #SUB2#
Lang working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lang controlling from mount.
It looks like Lang might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Lang lands a couple of good shots and Dickson has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Lang has Dickson flattened out and is raining down punches.
Dickson is trying to remain composed but Lang is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
Lang lands strikes to the head.
Lang really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Dickson.#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Lang is working the ground and pound. Can Dickson escape?
Dickson is defending well here and trying to improve his position. #T4#
Lang controlling from the back.
Lang's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Dickson is in bad spot here.
Lang controls the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Dickson is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Lang gets his way!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Dickson throws a predictable looking body shot #TD2#
and Lang counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Dickson!
Dickson is looking to get back to his feet here but Lang is keeping cool and he's managed to take Dickson's back.
We've been informed that Lang has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial. #SUB2#
Lang is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Dickson knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Dickson for a finish.
Lang keeps control of the position easily here as Dickson tries to buck him off. #T1##SUB2#
Dickson fending off the submission attempt from Lang. #SUB2#
Dickson defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Lang's arms.
Lang lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Dickson. #T2#
Lang lands shots from the back. #SUB2#
Lang is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Lang. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lang is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Dickson is in bad spot here.
Dickson is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Lang throwing damaging strikes from the back! Dickson could be in trouble here!
Lang lands punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Lang working for the choke.
Dickson is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Lang punishes Dickson with strikes from the back mount.
Lang landing with strikes.
Lang is not going to allow Dickson to sit and survive in this position. #T4#
Lang controls the position.
Lang has Dickson flattened out and is raining down punches.
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!#R3##CL2#
Lang closes the distance and pushes Dickson back into the cage.#TD2#
Lang pulls guard effortlessly.
Lang is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Dickson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Dickson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Lang is looking for a triangle but Dickson pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Dickson is posturing up here but Lang has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Dickson tries to roll out but it's too tight and Dickson has to tap! Slick submission there by Lang!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 79
Date: Mar 11, 2023

#R1#
Camacho catches Lang with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Camacho fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lang has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Camacho tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Camacho just misses with a punch to the body.
Lang throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Camacho appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Camacho fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lang's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Camacho connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lang scrambles back to his feet.
Lang avoids the head kick by Camacho. #CL#
Lang drives through and clinches with Camacho against the ropes.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Camacho tries to land a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang tried to score with a low kick but Camacho checks it.
Lang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Camacho tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Lang manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Camacho tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lang swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Camacho drives through and clinches with Lang against the ropes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Camacho lands a left hand.
Lang on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Camacho tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Camacho missing with knees to the body.
Lang tries to circle away but Camacho has him pinned against the ropes.
Lang on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Camacho scores with a hook to the body.
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Camacho keeps him there for the moment.
Camacho lands with a short shot to the head.
Lang is trying to stall.
Camacho lands a left hand that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
A shot in the inside from Camacho.
Camacho pushes Lang back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Camacho lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Camacho softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Lang blocking some punches. #T2#
Lang looking to throw knees to the head but Camacho is blocking nicely.
Lang trying to control the position but instead, Camacho has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lang into the ropes.
Camacho tries a body shot but Lang blocks it.
Camacho looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lang is trying to force a seperation but Camacho has the dominant position.
Camacho with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Lang can't find room to land a body shot as Camacho controls the action.
Lang wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lang connects with a nasty looking knee right to Camacho's face. #CUT#It looks like Macho Camacho has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Camacho is pushing Lang up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Camacho throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
A short body shot lands from Camacho as the two fighters clinch.
Camacho tries to work over Lang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Camacho tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lang avoids it.#T3#
Camacho swings wildly with an uppercut but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Camacho is trying to stall.
Camacho throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Lang is trying to maintain a safe position but Camacho gets an underhook and turns Lang into the ropes.
Camacho taking a breather. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Macho Camacho seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Camacho tries a head kick but it misses.
Lang is looking for a counter combo.#CL2#
Camacho closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Camacho works on Lang's body with a couple of short punches.
Lang prevents a body shot from Camacho.
A hook to the body from Camacho.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
Camacho prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.
Camacho tries to stall but Lang uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T4#
Lang is trying to push Camacho away but Camacho has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Camacho misses with an elbow over the top.
Camacho lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Camacho'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.
Lang wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lang is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Lang.
Camacho tries to land knees in the clinch but Lang avoids the damage to the body. #BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Nice shot by Camacho.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Lang moves into the clinch.
Camacho trying to land knees to the body.
Camacho lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
A short right from Camacho.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Macho Camacho dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Macho Camacho's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Camacho lands a head kick!
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Camacho has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lang utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Camacho goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lang blocks a body shot from Camacho.
Lang tries to circle away but Camacho has him pinned against the ropes.
Camacho lands an elbow inside.
Camacho is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lang is keeping busy.
A hook to the body from Camacho.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Camacho is keeping busy.
Lang tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Camacho tries to land a knee to the head but Lang blocks with his arms.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1#
Camacho lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lang.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Lang takes a knee to the side of the body.
A short uppercut from Camacho.
Lang's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Camacho keeps him there for the moment.
Camacho misses with a body punch.
A nice left hand lands by Camacho. #BC#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Camacho chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Lang can pounce on him.
Camacho pushes Lang away with a front kick.#CL#
Lang moves into the clinch.
Camacho missing with knees to the body.
Camacho tries to work over Lang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Camacho tries to land knees in the clinch but Lang avoids the damage to the body.
Camacho has a couple of punches blocked by Lang. #T2#
Camacho tries to work over Lang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Camacho can't find room to land a body shot as Lang controls the action.
Lang blocks the elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Camacho throws a head punch that misses.
Lang blocks an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Camacho.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Camacho is controlling him.
Camacho lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Camacho swings wildly with an uppercut but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Camacho doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lang tries a knee to the head but Camacho blocks it.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Camacho is controlling him.
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
Camacho trying to land knees to the body. #T3#
Lang wants to get back to striking at distance but Camacho won't allow it.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Camacho is controlling him.
Camacho throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Langs head.
Camacho tries a body shot but Lang blocks it.
Camacho misses with a punch to the body.
Camacho scores with a hook to the body.
Camacho has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Camacho lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Camacho using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lang has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Camacho lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Camacho gets through Lang's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Camacho throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch.
A head kick misses from Camacho.
Camacho's corner calls for a 1-2. Camacho obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Camacho is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#CL#
Lang darts in and clinches Camacho up against the ropes.#T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Camacho lands a knee to the body.
Camacho has Lang pressed against the ropes, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lang can't find room to land a body shot as Camacho controls the action.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Camacho has him pressed against the ropes.
Camacho throws a punch but it's blocked by Lang.
Camacho connects with a knee to the head.
Camacho wants to stall.
Lang lands a good knee to the midsection. Camacho won't want to take too many of those.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Macho Camacho seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Camacho lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CL2#
Camacho moves into the clinch.
Camacho misses with an elbow over the top.
A short right from Camacho.
Camacho lands a right hand that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
A shot in the inside from Camacho.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Macho Camacho showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Macho Camacho's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Good shot there by Camacho.
Camacho moves into range and connects with a jab. #CL#
Lang instigates a clinch.
Camacho lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Lang.
Lang throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Camacho blocks it with crossed arms.
Camacho looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Camacho on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Camacho throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Camacho lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Camacho has Lang pressed against the ropes, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camacho doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lang blocks a body shot from Camacho.
Camacho creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lang's defenses.
Camacho lands a knee to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Camacho landing some nice looking knees to the body. #T1#
Camacho pushes Lang back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Camacho misses with a punch to the body.
Camacho lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Good body shot from Camacho.
Camacho tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Camacho lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Lang wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Camacho has him pressed against the ropes.
Camacho struggles to land a body shot inside as Lang controls his hands.
Lang takes a knee to the side of the body.
Camacho misses with an elbow strike.
A shot in the inside from Camacho.
Camacho putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Lang in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Camacho lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Camacho lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the ropes.
Lang blocks a body shot from Camacho.
Macho Camacho seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Nice body punch from Camacho.
Macho Camacho is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Nice body punch from Camacho.
Camacho lands a shot to the body.
Camacho has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lang blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Camacho lands a body punch in the clinch.
Camacho using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lang has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Camacho can't find room to land a body shot as Lang controls the action.
A body shot lands from Camacho.
A nice right hand lands inside from Camacho.
Lang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Camacho lands a body punch in the clinch.
Camacho lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lang prevents a body shot from Camacho.
Camacho lands a right hand.
Lang can't break the clinch. #T3#
Camacho utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Camacho misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Lang.
Lang blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Camacho creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Camacho lands a left hand.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lang tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Camacho avoids it.
Camacho working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Camacho lands an elbow just above Lang 's eye.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Camacho has him pressed against the ropes.
Camacho lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Camacho lands with a short shot to the head. #T4#
Camacho connects with a knee to the head.
Camacho tries to throw a body punch but Lang avoids it by throwing Camacho back against the ropes.
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!
Camacho throws a head punch that misses.
Camacho stalls. #BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Decent striking displayed by Camacho there.#CL#
Lang has managed to clinch.
Camacho is trying to stall.
A short right from Camacho on the inside.
Nice body punch from Camacho.
Lang tries a body shot but Camacho blocks it.
Camacho tries to work over Lang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lang misses with a shot to the kidneys.

And that's the end of the fight!
Macho Camacho comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Camacho has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 27:30
Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Macho Camacho!

Event: Flair 77
Date: Feb 25, 2023

#R1#
A low kick from Lang is predictable there
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A low kick from Lang misses
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang misses with a double jab
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chaelsson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang tries to clinch up
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang misses with an uppercut
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1#
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang misses with a lunging right hand
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Chaelsson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
A head kick by Lang misses
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Lang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Lang falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to land a body kick
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T4#
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang misses with a leg kick
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A low kick from Lang misses
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Patrick Chaelsson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Chaelsson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T1#
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang misses with a body punch
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang throws a leg kick
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang misses with the body kick
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Patrick Chaelsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang looks to throw a body kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Lang misses with a right hand
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lang thows a leg kick but Chaelsson checks it
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang throws a body kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang misses with the body kick
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang misses with a leg kick
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang falls off balance throwing a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang swings away with a body shot that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang misses with a telegraphed body shot
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab. #T4##CL2#
Lang has managed to clinch.
Chaelsson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Chaelsson blocks a body shot from Lang.
Lang takes a knee to the side of the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang wants to break the clinch but can't.
Lang working hard to break the clinch.
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Chaelsson keeps him there for the moment.
Lang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Chaelsson crunches a lovely knee into Lang's ribcage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that second round.
That's time! 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#
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
A head kick by Lang misses
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang misses with a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A head kick by Lang misses
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Chaelsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Lang misses with a left hand
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang throws a leg kick
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang misses with a hook
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang wants to clinch
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang throws a poor cross that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
A head kick by Lang misses
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #CL2#
Lang closes the distance and clinches.
Lang looking to stall.
Lang wants to break the clinch but can't.
Lang wants to break free but Chaelsson has control.
Chaelsson trying to land knees to the body.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Chaelsson obliges.#T4#
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Chaelsson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lang's efforts to push away.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Chaelsson utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Chaelsson unloads a knee to the mid-section.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Chaelsson trying to land knees to the body.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lang misses with an elbow over the top.

And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Chaelsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chaelsson 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick Chaelsson!
A victorious Patrick Chaelsson thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: Flair Beatings
Date: Feb 16, 2023

#R1#
Camacho scores with a jab to the body.
Camacho throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lang throws a nice looking combination but Camacho bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Camacho connects with a nice looking jab. #CL2#
Lang instigates a clinch.
Lang lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Camacho is leaning against Lang and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Camacho looks to score with a jab to the body but Lang is just out of range.
Lang raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Camacho misses with a head kick.
Camacho lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CL#
Camacho has managed to clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Camacho lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Lang missing with knees to the body.
Camacho managing to block the knees to the body from Lang.
Lang misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A jab lands there for Camacho.#CL#
Camacho has closed the distance and engaged Lang in a clinch. #T1##BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Camacho tries a head kick but it misses.
Lang keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #CL2#
Lang moves into the clinch successfully.
Camacho lands a shoulder strike.
Camacho stalling in the clinch but Lang improves position.
Camacho tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lang avoids it.
A shot in the inside from Camacho.
Camacho misses with a punch to the body. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Camacho looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#CL#
Camacho clinches up with Lang and pushes him back against the ropes.
Lang tries to land knees in the clinch but Camacho avoids the damage to the body.
Camacho lands with a short shot to the head.
Lang blocks an uppercut.
Camacho lands a hook that snaps the head of Lang backwards. #T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Camacho lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Camacho keeps him there for the moment.
Lang avoids the elbow strike from Camacho, against the ropes.
Camacho looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Camacho managing to block the knees to the body from Lang.
Camacho struggles to land a body shot inside as Lang controls his hands.
Lang lands an elbow inside that Camacho shrugs off. #CUT2#It looks like Macho Camacho has been cut.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Camacho sizes up Lang with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A left and a right from Camacho both land. Nice combination. #CL2#
Lang fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Camacho, pushing him back against the ropes.
Lang trying to control the position but instead, Camacho has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lang into the ropes.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Camacho softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Camacho lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Lang throws a knee to the head but misses.
Camacho dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Camacho trying to land knees to the body.
Lang blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Camacho blocks the elbow strike.
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Camacho avoids it by throwing Lang back against the ropes.
Camacho misses with a punch on the inside.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lang scores with a knee to the head.
Lang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Camacho lands a body shot.
A right hook to the body lands for Camacho.
Lang throws an elbow that misses.
Camacho is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Camacho is working Lang over against the ropes.#T4#
Camacho gets through Lang's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Camacho tries to work over Lang's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Camacho tries to stall but Lang uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Camacho keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lang's efforts to push away.
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
Camacho can't find room to land a body shot as Lang controls the action.
Camacho scores a nice knee to the body.
Lang managing to block the knees to the body from Camacho.
Camacho lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Camacho lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Camacho avoids it by throwing Lang back against the ropes.
Lang misses with a short punch on the inside.
A bit of stalling here from Lang.
Camacho prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Macho Camacho dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Macho Camacho's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL2#
Lang takes the fight into the clinch.
Camacho creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lang's defenses.
Lang wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Camacho tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lang's elbow.
Camacho softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Lang tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Camacho's elbow.
Camacho struggles to land a body shot inside as Lang controls his hands.
Lang misses with a punch on the inside.
Camacho stalling.
Camacho has Lang pressed against the ropes, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lang is looking to break free of the clinch but Camacho has double underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camacho with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Camacho connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CL2#
Lang instigates a clinch.
A right hand to the body from Camacho.
Camacho is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lang.
Lang tries to stall but Camacho uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Camacho fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Camacho landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Camacho'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.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Camacho.
Camacho keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lang's efforts to push away.
Camacho looking to slow down the pace here.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Camacho rushes Lang and presses him up against the ropes.
Camacho tries to land knees in the clinch but Lang avoids the damage to the body.
Lang struggles to land a body shot inside as Camacho controls his hands. #T2#
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
Camacho throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Langs head.
Camacho misses with a shot to the kidneys. #BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Camacho thuds his shin into the meat of Lang's side.
A clash of legs there as Camacho blocks the low kick.#CL#
Camacho instigates a clinch.
Camacho prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.
Camacho misses with a knee strike.
Camacho presses Lang against the ropes and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Camacho swings wildly with an uppercut but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Camacho swings wildly with an uppercut but Lang uses good head movement to avoid it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs.
Camacho tries a body shot but Lang blocks it. #T3#
Lang dodges an elbow strike from Camacho.
Lang blocks an elbow strike.
Lang blocks an uppercut.
Camacho misses with a body punch.
Camacho lands a knee to the body.
Lang looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Camacho manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Lang blocking some punches.
Lang has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Camacho is controlling him.
Camacho lands a good knee to the midsection. Lang won't want to take too many of those.
Lang lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Lang 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.#T4#
Lang unloads a knee to the mid-section. Camacho lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Camacho has taken the fight to the clinch.
Nice body punch from Camacho.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Camacho.
A short body shot lands from Camacho as the two fighters clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lang slows down the pace here.
Lang wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Camacho slows down the pace here.
Stalling in the clinch from Lang.
Camacho pushes Lang back against the ropes and unloads with a body punch.
Camacho unloads a knee to the mid-section.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Macho Camacho dominated that second round.
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#
Lang circles away from the clinch attempt.
And Lang responds with a good body kick, but Camacho manages to step out the way in time.
Lang throws a head kick but Camacho moves out of range.
Lang ducks right into an uppercut from Camacho.
Camacho tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Lang has managed to clinch.
Camacho looking to throw knees to the head but Lang is blocking nicely.
Camacho tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lang's elbow. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Macho Camacho is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Camacho gets tackled into the ropes by Lang. Lang maintains the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Camacho creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Camacho keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lang's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camacho lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Camacho looking to throw knees to the head but Lang is blocking nicely.
Camacho softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Camacho.#T1#
Lang lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Lang tries a body shot but Camacho blocks it.
Lang tries a body shot but Camacho blocks it.
Camacho on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Lang swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Camacho tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lang's elbow.
Lang lands a knee to the head.
Camacho misses with a hook to the ribs. #BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Camacho misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
A thudding body kick lands there by Camacho!
Lang takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A slapping body kick lands there for Camacho.
Camacho ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and clinches.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Camacho missing with knees to the body.
Macho Camacho is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2##BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice uppercut there from Camacho.#CL#
Camacho closes the distance and clinches.
Lang wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lang controlling the action here for a moment.
Lang taking a breather. #BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Camacho scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lang doesn't seem bothered though. #CL2#
Camacho gets tackled into the ropes by Lang. Lang maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Camacho lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #CL2#
Lang closes the distance and clinches.
Camacho tries to throw a body punch but Lang avoids it by throwing Camacho back against the ropes. #T3#
Lang trying to control the position but instead, Camacho has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lang into the ropes.
Lang looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
Lang stalling in the clinch but Camacho improves position.
Camacho with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Camacho has Lang pressed against the ropes, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.
Lang slows down the pace here.
Lang wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Camacho is leaning against Lang and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Camacho taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Camacho just leaning against Lang, taking a breather.
Camacho seems to have come into the fight with the intention of avoiding any damage in the clinch, rather than actually showing any aggression.
Camacho misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lang misses with a body punch.
Macho Camacho has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Camacho lands with a left to the head.
A short left from Camacho.
Camacho swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Camacho lands a left hand.
Camacho lands a left hand.
Camacho prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.
Lang can't break the clinch.
Camacho lands a shoulder strike.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Camacho using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Camacho.

And that's the end of the fight!
Macho Camacho showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Camacho 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Macho Camacho!

Event: Flair 74
Date: Feb 04, 2023

#R1#
Dickson throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Lang is breathing heavily.
Lang takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Morrison Dickson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dickson lands with a right and another and another! Lang is in big trouble! Dickson lands again and this time it's lights out for Lang! A quality knockout there for Dickson.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Morrison Dickson!
A relieved looking Morrison Dickson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Flair 73
Date: Jan 28, 2023

#R1#
Lang takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A nice leg kick lands there from Durand Jr.
Durand Jr moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Durand Jr bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Lang's head.
Lang misses with a body kick.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Durand Jr, as that shot connected.
Lang wants to clinch up but Durand Jr keeps it at a distance.
Durand Jr blocks a head kick by Lang.
Durand Jr connects with an inside leg kick.
Nice body punch from Durand Jr.
Lang tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Durand Jr connects with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Durand Jr lands a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Durand Jr finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Durand Jr looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Durand Jr is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Lang looks winded!
Lang throws a lazy body kick
and Durand Jr counters with a straight right hand.
Durand Jr scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T1##CL#
Durand Jr gets a clinch.
Durand Jr landing knees to the head.
Durand Jr is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.#BC#
Durand Jr breaks from the clinch.
Durand Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Lang.
Lang sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Durand Jr connects with a body shot.#CL#
Durand Jr closes the distance and clinches.
Durand Jr lands a nice shot to the body.
Lang takes an elbow to the temple.
Durand Jr works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#BC#
Durand Jr pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Durand Jr lands a head kick. Lang smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
A jab from Durand Jr finds it's way through Lang's defenses.
Durand Jr throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Durand Jr stuns Lang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Durand Jr dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
A solid leg kick lands there for Durand Jr.
Lang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lang is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Durand Jr.
Durand Jr lands a nice looking kick to the body. Lang takes a step back to recover.
A nice leg kick from Durand Jr, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jacques Durand Jr is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Durand Jr clobbers Lang with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Durand Jr scores with a kick to the midsection.#CL#
Durand Jr has managed to clinch.
Lang has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Durand Jr.
Lang tries to break free but Durand Jr pushes him back against the ropes.
The fighters are pressed against the ropes, as the pace of the fight slows.
Durand Jr unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Durand Jr is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3##BC#
Durand Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Donk. Durand Jr catches Lang right on the button with a cross.
Durand Jr scores with a spinning back kick!#CL#
Durand Jr closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Durand Jr landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt. #BC#
Durand Jr breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Durand Jr finds it's way round the side to connect with Lang's head.
Lang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Durand Jr fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Durand Jr lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lang's sensitive parts.
Durand Jr moves into range and connects with a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Durand Jr cracks Lang with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the ropes.
Durand Jr connects with a body shot.#KD#
Durand Jr scores a knockdown with a big right hand! Lang beats the count and gets back to his feet. The referee asks him to walk forwards and it appears he is OK so we'll continue the bout.#ROC#Lang is rocked!#T4#
Lang drops his hands momentarily and Durand Jr needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Lang just on the top of the head. Lang drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Lang - he's done!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Jacques Durand Jr!

Event: Flair 68
Date: Dec 21, 2022

#R1#
Lang rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Pain moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#CL2#
Pain rushes Lang and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
A right hook to the body lands for Pain.
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Pain avoids it by throwing Lang back against the ropes.
Pain trying to land knees to the body. #BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Lang tries to clinch but Pain is having none of it. #CL2#
Pain closes the distance and pushes Lang back into the ropes.
Lang gets through Pain's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang tries to stall but Pain uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lang taking a breather.
Lang tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Pain avoids it.
Lang tries to stall but Pain uses the opportunity to gain a better position. #T1#
Pain taking a breather.
Lang digs a right hand underneath Pain's ribcage. Pain let out a lung full of air as it connected.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL#
Lang clinches up with Pain and pushes him back against the ropes.
Pain throws a knee to the head but misses. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Pain clinches up against the ropes.#BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang lands with a kick to the temple. Pain shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Pain counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Pain drives through and clinches with Lang against the ropes.
Lang misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Pain. #T2#
Lang stalling in the clinch but Pain improves position.
Pain leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Lang missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang throws a head kick but Pain moves out of range.
Pain steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Lang.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Lang rushes Pain and presses him up against the ropes.
Pain tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Lang avoids it.
Pain looking to stall. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Lang throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Pain sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Pain swats away the attempt to clinch by Lang.
Pain circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Pain has Lang up against the ropes in a clinch.
Pain tries to break the clinch but Lang is controlling the position. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Pain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#CL2#
Pain clinches up with Lang and pushes him back against the ropes.
Pain content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Pain blocks a body shot from Lang. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Lang gets tackled into the ropes by Pain. Pain maintains the clinch. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Lang misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Pain tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Pain darts in and clinches Lang up against the ropes.#BC#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang throws a head kick but Pain moves out of range.
Pain steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Lang.#CL#
Lang drives through and clinches with Pain against the ropes.
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!
Good body shot from Pain.
Pain taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Lang blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Pain keeps the fight on the outside.
A nice side step and Pain releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Lang fails in his attempt to clinch.
A countering left hand to the body from Pain misses.#CL#
Lang darts in and clinches Pain up against the ropes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lang misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Pain pushes Lang up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang wants to clinch
and Pain counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Pain keeps the fight on the outside.#CL2#
Pain gets a clinch.
Lang is trying to maintain a safe position but Pain gets an underhook and turns Lang into the ropes.
Pain leaning his opponent against the ropes.
Pain avoiding damage as Lang throws knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain has Lang pressed against the ropes. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch. #T1##CL2#
Lang tries to keep at a distance but Pain has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lang just leaning against Pain, taking a breather.
Pain is looking to break free of the clinch but Lang has double underhooks.
Pain tries to land a knee to the head but Lang blocks with his arms.
Pain tries a knee to the head but Lang blocks it.
Lang is trying to maintain a safe position but Pain gets an underhook and turns Lang into the ropes.
Pain lands a shot to the body.
Pain avoiding damage.
Lang using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Pain has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Lang looking to stall. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch. #T2#
Pain throws a right and a left that Lang avoids nicely.
Pain tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pain is looking to clinch but Lang is avoiding it.
Lang wants to clinch.
Lang fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Pain clinches up against the ropes.#BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lang throws a right and a left that Pain avoids nicely.
Lang misses with a head kick.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
enabling Pain to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
Pain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A combination from Lang does no damage.
Lang looks to land a body kick but Pain moved away.
Lang lands a high kick!
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Pain counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL2#
Pain has managed to clinch. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang scores with a kick to the midsection.
Pain doesn't manage to clinch there - Lang circles away.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Pain gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang moves in looking to clinch but Pain pushes him off.
Pain unleashes a big counter combination but Lang bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#CL2#
Pain darts in and clinches Lang up against the ropes.
A nice left hand lands by Pain. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pain looking to throw knees to the head but Lang is blocking nicely. #BC#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang doesn't manage to clinch there - Pain circles away. #CL2#
Pain clinches.
Lang holding his opponent close, against the ropes.
Pain working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lang lands with a kick to the temple. Pain shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pain swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Pain wants to counter the offense by Lang and move into the clinch position.
Pain looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
Pain clinches with his opponent.
Pain tries to break the clinch but Lang is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Major Pain showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lang is looking to land body kicks.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Pain swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lang looks to throw the jab but Pain is out of range.
Pain falls off balance throwing a combination
and Lang counters with a series of strikes. Pain will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Pain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lang tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Pain manages to circle out of the way.
Lang throws out a loose jab but Pain uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL2#
Pain instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain blocks a body shot from Lang.
Pain blocks an elbow strike from Lang.
Lang wants to stall.
Pain creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T1#
Pain trying to control the position but instead, Lang has worked for underhooks and has pushed Pain into the ropes.#BC#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang swats away the attempt to clinch by Pain.
Lang thinks about countering with a body kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A slow jab from Lang misses its intended target.
Lang scores with a head kick.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Pain clinches with his opponent.
Pain lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Pain wants to break free but Lang has control.
Major Pain seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Pain wants to get back to striking at distance but Lang won't allow it. #BC#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pain tries to bum rush Lang with a series of wild strikes but Lang uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#CL2#
Lang gets tackled into the ropes by Pain. Pain maintains the clinch.
Pain is stalling here.
Pain is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Pain is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Pain missing with knees to the body. #BC#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T3#
Pain is looking to clinch but Lang is avoiding it.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Pain counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Pain moves into range and clinches up with Lang.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pain checks a leg kick nicely.#CL2#
Pain gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Pain connects with a single shot there.
Lang takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lang throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pain's head.
Pain lands a jab-cross combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lang doesn't manage to clinch there - Pain circles away.
Pain tries to clinch up.#T4#
Pain misses with a body kick.
Lang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Pain swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lang ducks right into an uppercut from Pain.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Lang drives through and clinches with Pain against the ropes.
Pain wants to break the clinch but can't.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pain takes a kick to the side of the head.
Lang lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Some bone on bone action there as Lang checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Major Pain.
I think Pain 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 28:29
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Major Pain!
Major Pain is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 67
Date: Dec 16, 2022

#R1#
Lang fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Burger looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Lang gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Burger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Burger tries to avoid it but Lang manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Burger to the ground. Burger escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD#
Lang bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Burger tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Burger looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Burger is trying to reverse the position but instead Lang has taken his back - oops!#SUB#
Lang has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lang is riding his opponent, not letting Burger buck him off.
Lang throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch. #T1#
Lang misses with an elbow to the head. #SUB#
Burger preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Lang.
Burger covering up well under a barage of strikes. #SUB#
Lang tightening his grip on Burger, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Lang is looking for the choke from the back position but Burger is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Lang has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Burger has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least! #T2##SUB#
Lang is cranking Burger's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Burger! He's tightened the choke and Burger is tapping out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Craig Long Lang!
Craig Long Lang retains his light heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 66
Date: Dec 09, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Lang clinches. #BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Burger slips under a jab.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Lang has managed to clinch. #BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang throws a series of punches but Burger avoids them all with ease.
Burger keeps the fight on the outside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lang pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Burger lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#CL2#
Lang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Burger is trying to force a seperation but Lang has the dominant position.#T1#
Lang is pushing Burger up against the ropes, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Lang controlling the action here for a moment.
Lang stalling the fight. #BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch. #T2##CL2#
Lang moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch. #CL2#
Lang drives through and clinches with Burger against the ropes. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Some wild striking there from Lang.
Lang takes one to the chin there.
Lang tries to bum rush Burger with a series of wild strikes but Burger uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Lang takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Burger looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Lang is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Lang has closed the distance and engaged Burger in a clinch. #T3##BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Burger cracks Lang with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and clinches.
Lang is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Burger is looking to break free of the clinch but Lang has double underhooks.
Lang tries to work over Burger's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Burger avoids the body shot from Lang.
We've been informed that Lang has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#CL2#
Lang pushes Burger up against the ropes in a clinch.#T4#
Lang keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Burger's efforts to push away.
Burger managing to block the knees to the body from Lang.
Burger on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Lang content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Lang dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Burger scores with a head kick.
Lang looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Lang scores with a one two! Burger had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. #CL2#
Lang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lang dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the ropes.
Lang has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lang pressing his opponent against the ropes.
Craig Long Lang seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lang keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Burger's efforts to push away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang with an attempt at a knee that misses. #T1##BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang throws a body shot but no joy.
Lang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Burger cracks Lang with a right hand to the side of the head.
Burger connects with a high kick.
Burger slips a jab and a cross from Lang. #CL2#
Lang has Burger up against the ropes in a clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Lang tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Burger avoids it.#BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T2#
Lang misses with a jab, cross combination. #CL2#
Lang rushes Burger and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Lang working aggressively here. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Lang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Stalling in the clinch from Lang.
Lang stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A head kick misses from Lang.
Burger throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Lang throws a body punch but Burger moves out of range. #CL2#
Lang has Burger up against the ropes in a clinch.
Burger on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Lang taking a break, stalling in the clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lang tries to clinch up.
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Burger dodges the punch combination from Lang.
Burger blocks the body kick. #T4#
Burger slips a jab and a cross from Lang.
Burger bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Burger stuns Lang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#CL2#
Lang gets a clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #CL2#
Lang clinches up with Burger and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Burger circles away from the clinch attempt
and Burger makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lang tries to bum rush Burger with a series of wild strikes but Burger uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang 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#
Lang wants to clinch up but Burger keeps it at a distance.
Lang takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing. #CL2#
Lang rushes Burger and presses him up against the ropes.#BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Burger misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Burger is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Burger lands with an overhand left.#CL2#
Lang rushes Burger and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang throws a low kick, looking for Burger's leg but Burger calmly moves out of range.
Lang misses with a body shot.
As Lang looks to move away, Burger throws a big counter combo but Lang just gets out of the way.#CL2#
Lang moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T1#
Lang throws a lazy uppercut
and Burger counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Burger circles away from the clinch attempt.
Burger is looking to counter punch.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Burger tries to break the clinch but Lang is controlling the position. #BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Burger throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Lang moves in looking to clinch but Burger pushes him off.
Burger appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Burger throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Craig Long Lang seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Burger dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lang. That did some damage!
Good shot there by Lang.#T2#
Burger pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Sebastian Burger is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Lang pushes Burger up against the ropes in a clinch.#BC2#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Lang clinches up against the ropes.
Lang throws a punch but it's blocked by Burger. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL2#
Burger gets tackled into the ropes by Lang. Lang maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang is looking to clinch.
Lang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Lang misses with a double jab
and Burger counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lang thinking. #T3#
Lang throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Burger lands with a slapping head kick.
Lang throws a head kick that misses.
Lang throws a push kick but Burger slaps the foot to one side.
Lang blocks a head kick by Burger. #CL2#
Lang has Burger up against the ropes in a clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Lang tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T4#
Burger just misses with a punch to the body. #CL2#
Lang takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Burger blocks a head kick by Lang. #CL2#
Lang clinches up against the ropes.#BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang moves in looking to clinch but Burger pushes him off.
Sebastian Burger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Craig Long Lang is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lang misses with a low kick as Burger jumps back.

And that's the end of the fight!
Craig Long Lang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Lang has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Craig Long Lang!
Craig Long Lang is the new light heavyweight champion!

Event: Flair 60
Date: Oct 21, 2022

#R1#
Durant feints a jab promting Lang to slip. Durant then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lang slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Durant with a hook.
Lang shoots and misses
letting Durant counter with a right hand.
Durant uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Lang has time to react.
Lang fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Durant avoids it really well and circles away.
Lang moves to clinch but Durant breaks away
and Durant counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Lang takes one to the chin there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lang gets cracked there but stands up to it. #T1#
Lang tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Durant swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Durant counters with a right hand to the body.
A head kick misses from Durant. #TD#
Lang looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Durant tries to get to full guard but Lang has control of the leg.
Durant is staying active underneath Lang, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Durant works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2##SUB2#
Durant throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Durant is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lang defends well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Durant tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Lang is sitting in close to Durant's body. Durant has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Lang is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Lang is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Durant.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Kevin Durant!
An out of breath Kevin Durant thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Flair 55
Date: Sep 10, 2022

#R1#
Lang misses with a wild body shot.
Terranova thumps Lang with a low kick.
Terranova looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Terranova lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Terranova throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ciro Terranova seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slapping leg kick lands for Terranova.
Lang wants to clinch up but Terranova keeps it at a distance.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Terranova scores with a nice strike.
Lang is looking to clinch.
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Terranova counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lang's knee momentarily.
A solid leg kick lands there for Terranova.
Lang misses with a double jab
and Terranova counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Lang looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Lang backing away here, and Terranova unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Lang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
A nice leg kick from Terranova, right into the meat of the thigh.
A low kick lands for Terranova.
Terranova displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lang throws out the jab.
Lang shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Terranova appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Terranova swats away the attempt to clinch by Lang.
Lang moves to clinch but Terranova breaks away
and Terranova counters with a leg kick.
Lang tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Lang tries to clinch there but Terranova circles away.
Lang on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Ciro Terranova is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Terranova throws a nice outside leg kick. #T2#
Lang wants to clinch up but Terranova keeps it at a distance.
A low kick lands for Terranova.
Good leg kick by Terranova.
Terranova lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lang tries to clinch but Terranova moves out of range.
Good leg kick by Terranova.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Terranova counters with a nice uppercut.
Terranova looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Terranova slips a jab and a cross from Lang.
Lang throws out a loose jab but Terranova uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lang misses with a series of wild punches. #T3#
Lang takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Terranova is looking to slow Lang down with leg kicks.
Lang moves to clinch but Terranova breaks away
and Terranova counters with an inside leg kick.
Terranova lands with a thumping leg kick.
Terranova fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Lang looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Terranova scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Lang fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch.
Terranova connects with an inside leg kick.
A head kick by Lang misses
and Terranova counters with a straight right hand.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Terranova swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lang gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T4#
Lang walks into a jab.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Terranova connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Terranova throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Terranova swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Terranova only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Lang throws a leg kick
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang tries to clinch up.
A good leg kick by Terranova.
Terranova moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Terranova throws a nice outside leg kick.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Terranova counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ciro Terranova 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#
Lang fails to land with a series of punches.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Terranova swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Terranova with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A low kick lands for Terranova.
Lang jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Terranova connects with an inside leg kick.
Terranova throws a quick inside leg kick.
Terranova lands a jab to the nose.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lang misses with a hook
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ciro Terranova seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A clash of legs there as Terranova blocks the low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Terranova.
A cross from Terranova lands.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Terranova swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A low kick from Lang misses
enabling Terranova to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Terranova looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
A low kick from Lang is predictable there
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Lang is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Lang has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Terranova.
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Terranova counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang motions for Terranova to come forward. Lang throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Terranova uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Lang.
Lang throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Terranova to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lang throws a poor cross that misses
and Terranova counters with a straight right hand.
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Terranova connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Good leg kick by Terranova.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Terranova swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Terranova blocks a head kick by Lang.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lang misses with a body punch
and Terranova counters with a slapping leg kick.
Terranova lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lang's sensitive parts. #T2#
Terranova turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Lang ducks right into an uppercut from Terranova.
Terranova buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lang is looking to clinch but Terranova is avoiding it.
Terranova has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Terranova appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Lang doesn't manage to clinch there - Terranova circles away.
Terranova scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Terranova connects with a solid leg kick.
Lang moves to clinch but Terranova breaks away
and Terranova cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang throws a half hearted mid kick.
Terranova connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
A nice leg kick lands there from Terranova.
Lang is looking to clinch. #T3#
Terranova connects with an inside leg kick.
Donk. Terranova catches Lang right on the button with a cross.
Terranova with a hook.
Terranova on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lang. Lang obviously looking to wear him down.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Terranova swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Terranova feints and then cracks Lang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lang down.
Lang chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Terranova can pounce on him.
Terranova lands with an overhand left.
Terranova lands a leg kick that knocks Lang off balance momentarily.
Terranova lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Lang needs to keep his hands up - Terranova had a free shot at his head there.
Terranova lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
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!
Lang has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Terranova.
Terranova connects with a nice looking jab. #T4#
Terranova with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Terranova thumps Lang with a low kick.
Terranova swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lang.
Lang takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lang swinging wildly here.
Terranova with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Terranova counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Terranova scores with the left hand. Lang knows he should have avoided that one.
Lang closes the distance but Terranova moves to the side
and Terranova connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Terranova connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Ciro Terranova showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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. This is the final round!#R3#
A cross from Terranova lands.
Terranova lands a head shot.
Lang tries to clinch up.
Terranova cracks Lang with an open hand slap.
That kick from Terranova tenderised Lang's leg. Lang is trying to keep his angry face on.
Lang looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Terranova turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Terranova connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Terranova connects with a solid leg kick.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang moves forwards but Terranova connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Lang falls off balance throwing a combination
and Terranova counters with a thumping low kick.
Terranova throws a quick inside leg kick. #T1#
Lang tries to clinch but Terranova moves away
and Terranova counters with a slapping leg kick.
Lang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Terranova lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Terranova circles away from the clinch attempt
and Terranova counters with a low kick, right behind Lang 's knee.
Lang on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Terranova scoring well with a low kick there.
Terranova throws a quick inside leg kick.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Terranova cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Terranova feints and then cracks Lang's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Lang down.
Terranova fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lang has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Terranova fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Terranova lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Terranova cracks Lang with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Terranova scoring well with a low kick there.
Lang stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Terranova.
Terranova throws a nice inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Terranova.
Terranova lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Terranova with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Terranova moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Lang misses with a head kick.
Lang chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Terranova can pounce on him.
Terranova thumps Lang with a low kick.#T3##CL#
Lang has Terranova up against the ropes in a clinch. #BC2#
Terranova escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A leg kick checked by Terranova.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Terranova connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fight stays on the outside here - Lang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Terranova lands with an uppercut that bounces Lang off the ropes and back into range.
Terranova thumps Lang with a low kick.
A punch combination from Lang misses. #T4#
Terranova scoring well with a low kick there.
Terranova connects with a solid leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Terranova.
A good leg kick by Terranova.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Terranova swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Terranova lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Terranova buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Terranova connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Lang pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Terranova buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Terranova.
Terranova ducks under a wild hook from Lang.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Terranova counters with a stiff right hand.
Terranova connects with an inside leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Ciro Terranova comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Terranova 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 George Francis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Ciro Terranova!

Event: Flair 52
Date: Aug 12, 2022

#R1#
Lang bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#CL2#
Lang darts in and clinches Tate up against the cage.#TD2#
Lang has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Tate clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#SUB2#
Tate showing good submission defense here.
Lang trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Tate doesn't escape. #SUB2#
Tate defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Lang's arms.
Lang is riding his opponent, not letting Tate buck him off. #T1#
Lang has Tate flattened out and is raining down punches. #CUT2#It looks like William Tate has been cut.#SUB2#
Lang is looking for the choke from the back position but Tate is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Lang is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Lang is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Lang is punishing Tate with strikes - can he finish him?!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight. #T2##SUB2#
Lang sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Tate taps out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 50
Date: Jul 22, 2022

#R1#
Dickson throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lang counters with a three punch combo that has Dickson backing up. Dickson nods at Lang to acknowledge the strikes.
Lang takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dickson misses with a hook to the body #TD#
and Lang counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Lang frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Lang working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Dickson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lang. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang controlling the position easily from mount.
Lang dominating with strikes here.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Lang controlling from the full mount.
Dickson is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SU#
Lang stands up from mount. Strange move. #CL#
Dickson tries to keep at a distance but Lang has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Lang jumps into guard, dragging Dickson to the mat.
Dickson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Lang is on top in guard. #REVR##SU#
Lang gets to his feet. Dickson looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #CL#
Lang pushes Dickson up against the cage in a clinch.
Dickson tries to circle away but Lang has him pinned against the cage.#TD#
Lang pulls guard successfully. #T2##SUB#
Lang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lang pulls Dickson in close to prevent any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Dickson stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Lang has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Dickson manages to get his head free but now Lang has transitioned to an armbar! Dickson grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Lang! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Craig Long Lang!

Event: Pain and Gain
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang misses with a double jab
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang misses with a right hand
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang throws a sloppy body shot
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chaelsson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A head kick by Lang misses
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang throws a lazy uppercut
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang misses with a body punch
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#T2#
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick by Lang misses
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang throws a lazy body kick
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T3#
A head kick by Lang misses
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Lang throws a leg kick
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Lang moves into the clinch successfully.
Lang is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Lang tries a knee to the head but Chaelsson blocks it. #T4#
Lang tries to stall but Chaelsson uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Lang trying to stall but Chaelsson improves his position.
Chaelsson missing with knees to the body.
Chaelsson prevents Lang from breaking the clinch.
Lang is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Chaelsson landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Chaelsson putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Lang in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Chaelsson avoids it by throwing Lang back against the ropes.
Lang wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Craig Long Lang's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've been informed that Lang has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Chaelsson on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Patrick Chaelsson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang misses with an uppercut
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Lang misses with a hook to the body
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang throws a combination that misses
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Patrick Chaelsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand. #T3#
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Chaelsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
A head kick by Lang misses
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Chaelsson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lang throws a combination that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang throws a body kick, spinning off balance
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang tries to clinch up
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Craig Long Lang's cut.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL2#
Lang gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lang wants to stall.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Lang seems frustrated at his inability to get double underhooks.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Chaelsson obliges.
Chaelsson landing knees to the body. #T1#
Chaelsson has Lang pressed against the ropes, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lang blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Lang is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Chaelsson scores a nice knee to the body.
Chaelsson keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Lang's efforts to push away.
Chaelsson landing knees to the body.
Chaelsson is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lang is defending well for now.#T2#
Chaelsson has Lang pressed against the ropes, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lang lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lang can't break the clinch.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Lang trying to land knees to the body.
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Chaelsson keeps him there for the moment.
Lang misses with a knee to the head.
Chaelsson using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Chaelsson missing with knees to the body. #T3#
Lang wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Chaelsson as Lang tries to tie him up.
Lang is trying to break free.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Chaelsson is controlling him.
Chaelsson is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Chaelsson lands a knee to the body.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T4#
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
An inside leg kick lands from Lang.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lang misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.

And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Chaelsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chaelsson 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 30:26
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 30:25
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:26

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick Chaelsson!
Patrick Chaelsson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Flair 46
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1#
Lang throws a right hand that Thibodeaux ducks under and follows up with a left that Thibodeaux also avoids with ease.
Thibodeaux feints a counter leg kick.
Lang tries a head kick but it misses. #CL2#
Thibodeaux has Lang up against the ropes in a clinch.
Thibodeaux lands a nice elbow. #CUT2#It looks like Craig Long Lang has been cut.
Lang wants to stall.
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Thibodeaux keeps him there for the moment.
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lang's defenses.
Thibodeaux lands a right hand.
Thibodeaux lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lang 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.
Thibodeaux lands a nice elbow.
Thibodeaux softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
Thibodeaux lands a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thibodeaux gets through Lang's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead. #T1##BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang misses with a lunging right hand
and Thibodeaux counters with a right hand to the body.
Lang shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Lang misses with a leg kick
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Thibodeaux has closed the distance and engaged Lang in a clinch.
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lang's defenses.
Thibodeaux lands with a right to the head.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow just above Lang 's eye.
Thibodeaux gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Lang takes an elbow to the forehead. #KD2#
Lang loses concentration momentarily and Thibodeaux takes advantage, cracking him with a big elbow that sends him off balance, tumbling to the mat. Lang is forced to take a standing eight count before the referee allows him to continue the bout.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Thibodeaux counters with a nice low kick that buckles Lang's knee momentarily.
Thibodeaux lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #CL2#
Thibodeaux closes the distance and pushes Lang back into the ropes.
Lang tries to break free but Thibodeaux pushes him back against the ropes.#T2#
Lang has had enough of the clinch but Thibodeaux keeps him there for the moment.
Thibodeaux effectively controlling the action here.
Thibodeaux lands with a left to the head.
Lang wants to get back to striking at distance but Thibodeaux won't allow it.
Lang can't find room to land a body shot as Thibodeaux controls the action.
Thibodeaux creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Lang's defenses. #CUT2#Craig Long Lang's cut is getting worse.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow that stopped Lang in his tracks for a moment.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow inside.
Thibodeaux lands on the inside with an uppercut. #ROC2#Lang is rocked!
Lang is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Thibodeaux comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Thibodeaux looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Thibodeaux comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#Craig Long Lang's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Lang is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.#T3#
Nice elbow from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow just above Lang 's eye.
Lang is trying to break the clinch but Thibodeaux is controlling him.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow inside that Lang shrugs off.
Lang tries to circle away but Thibodeaux has him pinned against the ropes.
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
A short right from Thibodeaux.
Thibodeaux comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Thibodeaux as Lang tries to tie him up.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow that stopped Lang in his tracks for a moment. #CUT2#Jeez, Craig Long Lang's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Thibodeaux lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thibodeaux lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Lang backwards.
Thibodeaux lands an elbow just above Lang 's eye.
Oh Lang is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thibodeaux scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T4##KD2#
Thibodeaux connects with a lovely elbow that drops Lang to the mat! Lang bounces straight back to his feet but is forced to take a standing 8 count before we can continue.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Fortune Thibodeaux!
An out of breath Fortune Thibodeaux thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Flair 44
Date: Jun 10, 2022

#R1#
Thomas keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thomas paws at him with a jab and circles away.#TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Lang tries to clinch but Thomas moves out of range. #TD2#
Thomas scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and beckons Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Lang is breathing heavily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SU2#
Thomas postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Lang to stand up.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Lang thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thomas 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.
Lang fails with a takedown attempt.
Jax Thomas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Thomas looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Lang fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thomas avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Craig Long Lang. That's going to take a lot out of him.#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 gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T2#
Lang fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
Thomas closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SU2#
Thomas decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lang's guard.#SU2#
Lang is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Thomas shoots in and bounces Lang off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking 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!#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 stands up. #T3##TD2#
Thomas drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up. Thomas steps back and let's Lang get back to his feet.#TD2#
Thomas scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lang napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SU2#
Thomas stands up and beckons Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lang sprawls well initially but Thomas persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Thomas stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being. #TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SU2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Thomas stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Lang to get to his feet. #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 Lang!#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up. #TD2#
Thomas decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up. #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a takedown into Lang's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Thomas drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jax Thomas dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Thomas changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lang looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SU2#
Thomas decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2#
Thomas gets the takedown into side control. #SU2#
Thomas stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Lang to the mat! Lang manages to get full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas escapes and gets back to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lang quickly recovers to half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and beckons Lang to join him on the feet.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1##TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Lang napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SU2#
Thomas stands up. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lang misses with a takedown attempt - Thomas sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD2#
Thomas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lang 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. #T2##TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Lang did well to prevent Thomas getting side control.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Thomas showed some decent athleticism there. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into Lang's guard.
Lang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Jax Thomas has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3##SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lang, up you get! #TD2#
Thomas manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lang on his heels. He'll look to pass Lang's guard now, I'm sure.
Lang trying to keep a closed guard but Thomas is proving a slippery customer. #SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Lang gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lang is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
No luck for Lang with that takedown attempt. #TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Lang is looking to improve his position. #SU2#
Thomas stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Lang to get to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Thomas showed some decent athleticism there. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Lang tries to roll over but Thomas keeps him under control.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
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.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - 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##TD2#
Thomas gets a double leg takedown into Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Lang looks for a takedown but Thomas sprawls well.#TD2#
Thomas manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lang on his heels. He'll look to pass Lang's guard now, I'm sure.#SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lang, up you get! #TD2#
Thomas bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up. Thomas steps back and let's Lang get back to his feet.#TD2#
Thomas shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Lang is trying to defend but Thomas finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Thomas lands in his opponent's guard.#T1##SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet. Lang looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Thomas drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Lang 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 up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SU2#
Lang is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#T2##TD2#
Thomas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lang was covering up waiting for the punch and Thomas finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Lang, up you get! #TD2#
Thomas changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Lang looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lang is looking to improve his position. #SU2#
Thomas postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Lang to stand up. #TD2#
Lang gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Thomas to score an easy takedown into full guard.

Lang kicks Thomas off and gets to his feet. #T3##TD2#
Thomas shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lang manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout.
Lang fails with the takedown.#TD2#
Thomas throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lang tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Thomas is in Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Lang to stand up. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#TD2#
Thomas manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Lang on his heels. He'll look to pass Lang's guard now, I'm sure.
Lang is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Thomas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lang was covering up waiting for the punch and Thomas finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #TD2#
Thomas gets a double leg takedown into Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jax Thomas comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Thomas has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jax Thomas! Jax Thomas retains his heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Jax Thomas made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.

Event: Flair 43
Date: May 20, 2022

#R1#
Thomas lands with a straight right. Lang didn't see that one coming.
Lang shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Thomas definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang drops his guard momentarily, allowing Thomas to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Lang! 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! Thomas takes it!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Jax Thomas!
Our winner, Jax Thomas, 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 41
Date: Apr 29, 2022

#R1#
A head kick by Lang misses #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SU#
Chaelsson gets to his feet - Lang follows without any prompting.
Lang misses with a wild combination.
Chaelsson appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
A head kick by Lang misses #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Chaelsson. #SU#
Chaelsson gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
Lang throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lang won't be happy with that.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lang is trying to control Chaelsson's posture but Chaelsson avoids it. #SU#
Chaelsson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T1#
Lang closes this distance looking for a takedown but Chaelsson circles away.
Lang looks to clinch #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a shoot takedown. Lang fights it but they end up in guard.
Lang wants to improve his position but instead Chaelsson has moved into half guard.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lang is trying to control but Chaelsson manages to pass to mount!
Chaelsson manages to capitalize on a mistake by Lang to take his back!
Lang tries to escape but Chaelsson has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SU#
Chaelsson stands up.
Lang dives in and grabs Chaelsson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Chaelsson pushes down on Lang's head and hops out.
Chaelsson drops down looking for a counter takedown but Lang sprawls and moves away.
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Lang fails to land the takedown.
Chaelsson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Patrick Chaelsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Long Lang.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lang wants to get back to full guard but Chaelsson has mounted him!#SU#
Chaelsson is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Lang misses with a takedown attempt - Chaelsson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lang tries to score a power double leg takedown but Chaelsson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lang somewhat.
Chaelsson feinted with a counter takedown.#T3##TD2#
Lang looking for a takedown here - he's got it.

Chaelsson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Lang misses with a takedown attempt - Chaelsson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lang shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Chaelsson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lang's guard.
Chaelsson is standing up over Lang. Lang looks to escape but Chaelsson dives into side control. #T4##REVB#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Chaelsson stands up and beckons Lang to his feet.
Lang throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Chaelsson is standing up over Lang. Lang looks to escape but Chaelsson dives into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#REVB#
Lang struggling a bit here.#SU#
Chaelsson decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Lang has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Chaelsson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lang's guard.
Chaelsson is standing up over Lang. Lang looks to escape but Chaelsson dives into side control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Lang misses with a combination #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Chaelsson.
Lang is wriggling around but Chaelsson manages to pass to half guard. #REVB#
Lang wants to get back to full guard but Chaelsson has passed into side control.
You can see the frustration on Lang's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang tries to improve position but can't.
Lang can't do much from the bottom here. #T1##SU#
Chaelsson stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lang! #SU#
Chaelsson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Patrick Chaelsson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lang misses with a combination #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lang!
Lang wants to control but Chaelsson postures up.#SU#
Chaelsson decides to stand back up.
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!
Lang fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Chaelsson avoids it really well and circles away.
Chaelsson attempts a counter takedown but Lang avoids it well and moves away.
Lang is breathing heavily.#T2#
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a shoot takedown. Lang fights it but they end up in guard.
Lang is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Chaelsson dives into side control. #REVB##SU#
Chaelsson decides to stand up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet.
Lang doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Chaelsson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lang's guard.
Lang wants to get back to his feet but Chaelsson passes into half guard. #T3##REVB##SU#
Chaelsson decides to stand and escape the position.
Lang wants to clinch#TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Lang is wriggling around but Chaelsson manages to pass to half guard. #REVB##SU#
Chaelsson postures up and decides to stand up, from the half guard. The ref calls for Lang to stand up.
Lang with a poor takedown #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lang!
Patrick Chaelsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Long Lang.
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!#SU#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Chaelsson decides to stand up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet. #T4#
Chaelsson defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lang.
Lang fails with the takedown#TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Chaelsson.
Lang is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Chaelsson dives into side control. #REVB##SU#
Chaelsson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
A head kick by Lang misses #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lang won't be happy with that. #SU#
Chaelsson has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Lang scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Chaelsson manages to mount him!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side#TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Chaelsson.
Lang is looking to stand back up but Chaelsson counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Lang. #REVB#
Lang scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Chaelsson manages to mount him! #SU#
Chaelsson get's back to his feet.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Lang!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang is trying to get back to half guard.
Lang takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SU#
Chaelsson stands up and we're back to a striking position. #T1#
Lang with a poor takedown #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a single leg into guard. Lang didn't expect that.
Lang is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Chaelsson dives into side control. #REVB#
Lang is looking for a sweep.
Lang is trying to control Chaelsson's posture but Chaelsson avoids it. #SU#
Chaelsson decides to stand up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet.
Lang shoots and misses #TD#
and Chaelsson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lang's guard.
Lang wants to get back to his feet but Chaelsson passes into half guard. #REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU#
Chaelsson decides to return to a standing position. #T2#
Lang misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lang won't be happy with that.
Patrick Chaelsson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Long Lang.#SU#
Chaelsson decides to stand back up.
Lang with a poor takedown #TD#
so Chaelsson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Chaelsson is standing up over Lang. Lang looks to escape but Chaelsson dives into side control. #REVB#
Lang tries to buck Chaelsson off but Chaelsson is having none of it.#SU#
Chaelsson decides to stand back up.
Lang misses with a takedown #TD#
and Chaelsson decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Lang's guard.
Lang is wriggling around but Chaelsson manages to pass to half guard. #T3##REVB##SU#
Chaelsson decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss #TD#
so Chaelsson counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Lang is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Chaelsson dives into side control. #REVB##SU#
Chaelsson decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Lang fails with the takedown#TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Lang is looking to get back to is feet but Chaelsson passes into side control. #T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Chaelsson decides to stand back up. Chaelsson steps back and let's Lang get back to his feet.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick #TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice double leg into side control. Lang won't be happy with that. #SU#
Chaelsson decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Lang doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Chaelsson counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
Lang is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Chaelsson dives into side control.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#REVB##SU#
Chaelsson stands up.

And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Chaelsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Chaelsson 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick Chaelsson!
Patrick Chaelsson retains his heavyweight title!
Patrick Chaelsson thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: Flair 39
Date: Apr 15, 2022

#R1#
Lang looks to clinch
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Chaelsson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Craig Long Lang seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang swings widly with a right hand
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang misses with a combination
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Lang looks to throw a body kick
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang moves to clinch but Chaelsson breaks away
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Lang connects with a leg kick.
Lang misses the body punch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang misses with a double jab
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Chaelsson is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Lang misses with the body kick
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Lang rushes Chaelsson and presses him up against the ropes.#T4#
Lang wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Chaelsson has him pressed against the ropes.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Chaelsson as Lang tries to tie him up.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Chaelsson obliges.
Chaelsson blocking some punches.
Lang tries to circle away but Chaelsson has him pinned against the ropes.
Lang wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Lang looking to stall.
Lang stalling in the clinch but Chaelsson improves position.
Lang 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 Chaelsson has denied him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson 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#
Lang misses with a left hand
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang misses with a hook
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang throws a left and a right that both miss
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Lang tries to clinch
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang misses with a leg kick
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Chaelsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
A low kick from Lang misses
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lang misses with a body shot
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lang tries to clinch
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Patrick Chaelsson is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Lang throws a lazy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Lang throws a leg kick that is checked
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Patrick Chaelsson dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Lang throws a sloppy head kick
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang thows a leg kick but Chaelsson checks it
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
Lang misses with a double jab
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Chaelsson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang wants to clinch but Chaelsson slips to the side
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang throws a leg kick
and Chaelsson counters with a straight right hand.
A low kick from Lang is predictable there
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Chaelsson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lang wants to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a stiff right hand.
Lang closes the distance looking to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T3#
Lang throws a leg kick
and Chaelsson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lang tries to clinch up
and Chaelsson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lang wants to clinch
letting Chaelsson counter with a right hand.
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang closes the distance but Chaelsson moves to the side
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T4#
Lang tries to clinch but Chaelsson moves away
enabling Chaelsson to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang darts in trying to clinch
and Chaelsson counters with a nice uppercut.
Lang throws a predictable looking body shot
and Chaelsson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A low kick from Lang misses
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lang looks to clinch
and Chaelsson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Lang moves into range and clinches up with Chaelsson.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Chaelsson blocks an elbow strike from Lang.

And that's the end of the fight!
Patrick Chaelsson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Chaelsson, 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:24
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:24
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:24

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Patrick Chaelsson!
Patrick Chaelsson retains his heavyweight title!
Patrick Chaelsson seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: Flair 36
Date: Mar 26, 2022

#R1##CL#
Lang clinches up with Braddock and pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Lang scores with a takedown into Braddock's guard.
Braddock wants to get back to his feet but Lang passes into half guard. #REVB#
Lang throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Lang takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Lang moves into full mount! Braddock won't be happy about that!
Braddock is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage. #SUB#
Lang quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Lang but it's paid off an Braddock is forced to tap! Nice work by Lang.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 32
Date: Feb 26, 2022

#R1#
Pain connects with a body shot.
Pain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Lang.
As Lang tries to get set, Pain tries to push him back and clinch up but Lang manages to avoid the attempt.
Lang tries for a takedown but Pain sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL2#
Lang moves into the clinch successfully.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Pain jumps guard but Lang stands there with Pain around his waist. Pain gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lang is looking for a takedown.
Major Pain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Long Lang.
Lang fails to pull the fight into his guard. #TD2#
Lang has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Pain clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!

Lang has his opponent's back but Pain is looking to stand. He manages to get to his feet and shakes off Lang.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice takedown defense from Lang. No joy for Pain on that attempt.
Pain fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Lang avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Lang throws a nice looking combination but Pain bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#CL#
Pain rushes Lang and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Pain jumps guard but Lang turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Pain goes for a takedown in the clinch but Lang prevents it.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain holds him up against the cage and eventually Lang drops back down to his feet.
Pain stalling in the clinch but Lang improves position.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain won't allow it.
Lang is trying to drag Pain to the mat but Pain just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Lang can't get the takedown.
Pain looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2#
Lang jumps guard but Pain stands there with Lang around his waist. Lang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lang shoots in and drives through. Pain sprawls well.
Pain circles away from the clinch attempt.
Lang checks a leg kick.
Lang misses with a body kick.
Pain throws a big counter combination but Lang scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A left and a right from Lang both land. Nice combination.
Pain swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Pain throws a wild body kick that Lang sees coming a mile off.
Lang looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pain is fending him off so far but Lang persists. Nope, Pain circles away and we're back to standing.#T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from Lang. #CL2#
Lang drives through and clinches with Pain against the cage.
Lang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Pain smiles and moves away.
Lang wants to clinch but Pain slips to the side
and Pain counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Lang goes for a double leg but Pain avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pain continues to drive forward.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nice takedown defense from Lang. No joy for Pain on that attempt.
Lang throws a jab when Pain was well out of range.#CL#
Pain moves into the clinch.#TD#
Pain jumps into guard, dragging Lang to the mat.
Lang tries to stand but Pain is controlling from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Lang postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Pain is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Lang, into his guard. #REVR#
Pain controlling from the top position.
Lang 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Major Pain dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Pain stuffs the takedown.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pain or perhaps it was just good defense by Lang, which made it look bad.
Pain fails with an attempt to clinch.
Lang doesn't manage to clinch there - Pain circles away.
Pain shoots in for a double leg but Lang sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Lang shoots in for a takedown but Pain shows good takedown defense.
Lang shoots in for a double leg but Pain sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Major Pain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Long Lang.
Lang changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pain tries to avoid it but Lang manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pain to the ground. Pain escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang avoids the head kick by Pain.
Despite the aggression on Lang's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Lang dives in and grabs Pain's left leg, looking for a takedown. Pain pushes down on Lang's head and hops out.
Pain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?
Nice takedown defense from Lang. No joy for Pain on that attempt.
Pain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lang's waist but Lang gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pain off to one side.
Lang tries to counter with a clinch but Pain shakes him off and moves away.
Craig Long Lang seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Lang takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lang will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Pain closes the distance and pushes Lang back into the cage.#BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pain shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Lang darts in looking for a takedown but Pain gets double underhooks and turns Lang into the cage.
Lang with a poor takedown
and Pain counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Lang doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pain defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lang.
Lang buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Lang misses with a takedown attempt
and Pain cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lang slaps away a takedown attempt from Pain, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Pain shoots for a double leg takedown but Lang sprawls well. He's pushed Pain's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Pain closes the distance and clinches up with Lang, looking for a takedown. Pain pushes Lang against the cage but Lang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Lang tries to clinch but Pain moves away
and Pain counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #TD2#
Lang closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Lang lands in his opponent's guard.

Pain pushes Lang off and scrambles back to his feet.
Pain fails with an attempt to clinch. #T3#
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Lang paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pain fails to land the takedown.
Pain scores with a hook to the body. Lang takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Lang tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Pain swivels and escapes.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang lands a high kick!
Pain shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lang pinned against the cage. Lang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Lang shoots in looking for a takedown but Pain manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Lang's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Pain gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Lang to score an easy takedown into full guard.

Pain wriggles free and stands up.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Lang has managed to clinch.
Lang is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pain to keep the fight standing.
Lang is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Pain is defending well for now.
Pain fails to pull the fight into his guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Major Pain dominated that second round.
That's time! Pain's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Lang thuds his shin into the meat of Pain's side.#TD2#
Lang scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SU2#
Lang decides to stand back up.
Lang is looking to clinch but Pain is avoiding it.
Pain tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lang swivels and escapes.
Lang fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain doesn't manage to clinch there - Lang circles away. #CL2#
Lang closes the distance and clinches.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Lang can't get the takedown.
Pain is looking to take this one to the mat.#T1#
Pain fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Major Pain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain won't allow it.
Lang fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice takedown defense from Lang. No joy for Pain on that attempt.
Lang lands with a nice body kick.
Lang misses with a hook. Pain ducked under it nicely.
Pain tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Lang defends well and Pain ends up having to push Lang into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Lang tries for a takedown. No joy.
Pain gets underhooks to prevent Lang's takedown attempt.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain won't allow it.
Pain jumps guard but Lang stands there with Pain around his waist. Pain gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #T2#
Lang can't get the takedown.
Lang wants a takedown but no success here. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lang avoids the head kick by Pain.
Pain shoots in for a takedown but Lang shows good takedown defense.
Lang closes this distance looking for a takedown but Pain circles away.
Pain throws a counter high kick but Lang was just alert enough to avoid it.
Nice body kick there by Lang.
Lang misses with an uppercut. Pain saw that one coming.
Lang thows a left - swing and a miss!
Lang digs a good hook to Pain's body. #T3#
Pain fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lang is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#CL#
Pain takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Major Pain is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Pain tries to pull guard but Lang forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lang jumps guard but Pain turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T4#
Lang is trying to drag Pain to the mat but Pain just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Pain is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lang to keep the fight standing.
Pain is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Lang to keep the fight standing.#BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch. #CL2#
Lang gets a clinch.
Pain is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Lang is defending well for now.#BC2#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Major Pain is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lang buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.

And that's the end of the fight!
Craig Long Lang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Pain 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Major Pain!

Event: Flair 28
Date: Feb 04, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from half guard. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a takedown into Lang's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SU2#
Lang is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lang shoots in looking for a takedown. Thomas tries to sprawl out of it but Lang keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thomas manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lang misses with a takedown attempt - Thomas sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand and escape the position. #T1##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 Lang!#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lang is defended easily by Thomas.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Craig Long Lang. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Lang tries to score a power double leg takedown but Thomas sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lang somewhat.
Lang is breathing heavily.#TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into Lang's guard.#T2##SU2#
Lang is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Thomas shoots in and bounces Lang off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Lang to follow him. #TD2#
Thomas darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Lang to get to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas gets the takedown into side control. #SU2#
Thomas decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD2#
Thomas throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lang tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Thomas is in Lang's guard.#T3##SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Thomas avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #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.
Thomas looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Lang tries to sprawl but Thomas drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas escapes and gets back to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in and gets a takedown into Lang's guard.
Lang looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang'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 Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Lang to follow him. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#TD2#
Thomas gets the takedown into side control. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet.
Jax Thomas seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Thomas throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Lang was covering up waiting for the punch and Thomas finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SU2#
Lang is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Lang enables Thomas to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Lang manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#SU2#
Lang is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Lang gets caught flat footed, as Thomas shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Thomas looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jax Thomas dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##TD2#
Thomas shoots in and bounces Lang off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
Thomas is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lang's half guard.#SU2#
Thomas decides to return to a standing position. #TD2#
Thomas drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Thomas.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SU2#
Thomas has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #TD2#
Thomas throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lang tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Thomas is in Lang's guard.#T1##SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet. Lang looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #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 Lang!#SU2#
Thomas stands up and we're back to a striking position. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Lang to the mat! Lang manages to get full guard. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - Lang follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Thomas dives in and scores a takedown into Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Lang to follow him. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Lang did well to prevent Thomas getting side control.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand and escape the position.
Lang dives in and grabs Thomas's left leg, looking for a takedown. Thomas pushes down on Lang's head and hops out.#T2##TD2#
Thomas shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lang manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #TD2#
Thomas gets the takedown into side control. #SU2#
Thomas stands up. #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 beckons Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Lang to the ground. Thomas is now in Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Lang is looking to clinch but Thomas is avoiding it. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #T3##TD2#
Thomas drives through with a takedown into guard.
Lang looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - Lang follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SU2#
Thomas stands up out of the half guard. #TD2#
Lang tries to sprawl but Thomas drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and beckons Lang to join him on the feet. #TD2#
Thomas shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lang manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB#
Lang is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - Lang follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Thomas fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lang sprawls well initially but Thomas persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Lang has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Thomas is working away from the top position though.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up. #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 up, so the ref orders Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
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 the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Thomas bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lang pushes Thomas away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Thomas gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand back up. #TD2#
Thomas scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Lang can't do much from the bottom here. #SU2#
Thomas decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lang quickly recovers to half guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##TD2#
Thomas is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lang's half guard.
Lang is looking for a sweep. Thomas is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from half guard. #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.
Lang is trying to control the position but Thomas postures up. #SU2#
Thomas stands up from guard. Let's bang! #TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Lang trying to control the position. #SU2#
Thomas stands and steps away. Lang gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. #TD2#
Thomas fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lang sprawls well initially but Thomas persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T2##TD2#
Thomas shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES#
Lang wriggles free and stands up.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Thomas drives through with a takedown into guard. #SU2#
Thomas stands up and waves to Lang to follow him. #TD2#
Thomas bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.

Lang sneaks out the side door and pushes Thomas away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up and beckons Lang to join him on the feet. #T3##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 beckons Lang to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas scores with a takedown into Lang's guard.#SU2#
Thomas stands up from Lang's guard - Thomas perhaps looking for a knockout. #TD2#
Thomas fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Lang sprawls well initially but Thomas persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Thomas escapes and gets back to his feet. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Lang quickly recovers to half guard.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #TD2#
Thomas throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lang tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Thomas is in Lang's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SU2#
Thomas gets to his feet - Lang follows without any prompting. #TD2#
Thomas closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SU2#
Thomas decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet. #TD2#
Thomas looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SU2#
Lang is working an open guard so Thomas takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.#TD2#
Thomas gets a takedown into half guard.
Lang is trying to control but can't.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SU2#
Thomas decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Jax Thomas.
Well Thomas has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

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

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jax Thomas!
During a confident post fight interview, Jax Thomas thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Flair 26
Date: Jan 15, 2022

#R1#
Pain throws a body kick that misses.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pain swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch up but Pain swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Lang clinches.
Pain stops a takedown attempt from Lang.
Lang is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Pain shoots for a double leg takedown but Lang sprawls well. He's pushed Pain's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lang swats away the attempt to clinch by Pain.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pain is looking to clinch.
Lang leaves Pain with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1##CL2#
Pain gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD#
Lang pulls guard successfully.
Lang is striking from the bottom but Pain uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pain sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lang defending well though. #SU2#
Pain decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Pain fails with the takedown#CL#
and Lang holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Major Pain.
Lang gets underhooks to prevent Pain's takedown attempt.
Pain looks winded!
Lang misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lang wants a takedown but no success here. #T2##BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch. #CL#
Lang gets a clinch.
Pain tries to pull guard but Lang forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Lang ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lang no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lang has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Lang looking to control but Pain passes into half guard.
Lang wants to control but Pain is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Lang is trying to get back to full guard.
Lang is looking to control Pain's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Lang avoid being mounted?
Pain prevents Lang from improving his position.
We've been informed that Pain has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Lang trying to control but Pain postures up. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Pain is looking for submissions but instead, Lang has regained full guard.
Pain postures up. #SUB#
Lang has his foot on Pain's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Pain works his way back into a safe position though.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lang tries to clinch up but Pain circles away and keeps his distance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pain fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lang looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pain fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Lang appears to be looking for a big counter.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Pain misses with the combination. #TD#
Lang gets a double leg takedown into Pain's guard.

Pain is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Lang presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Lang is working Pain over against the cage.#BC#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Lang has managed to clinch.
Lang jumps guard but Pain stands there with Lang around his waist. Lang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch. #TD#
Lang pulls guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Pain preventing the sweep. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pain accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Pain stops Lang from standing up.
Pain postures up.
Lang is really struggling to control Pain but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Lang looking for a sweep. Not yet Lang, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pain keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Lang misses with a head kick.
Pain will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Lang seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Pain is breathing heavily.
Pain shoots for a double leg takedown but Lang sprawls well. He's pushed Pain's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Pain gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lang prevents Pain from breaking the clinch.
Pain tries to circle away but Lang has him pinned against the cage.
Pain tries to pull guard but Lang forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Major Pain.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain holds him up against the cage and eventually Lang drops back down to his feet.
Lang drops down looking for an ankle pick but Pain pulls his leg out and moves away.
Lang fails with the takedown.#T3#
Pain misses with a low kick.
Lang checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Pain shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Lang pinned against the cage. Lang gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #CL#
Lang instigates a clinch.
Pain is looking to break free of the clinch but Lang has double underhooks.
Lang 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.
A short uppercut from Lang.
Pain tries to pull guard but Lang forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lang throws a big counter combination but Pain scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Lang throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pain's waist but Pain gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lang off to one side.
Lang avoids the head kick by Pain.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lang with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row. #CL#
Lang moves into the clinch.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Lang tries to clinch but Pain is having none of it.
Lang lands a high kick! #TD#
Lang drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Pain managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Lang.
Pain tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lang wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Lang trying to control the position but Pain is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pain takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Pain is looking for a sweep.#T1#
Pain avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Lang.
Lang has knee on belly momentarily but Pain bucks him off and regains half guard.
Lang is thwarting Pain's attempts to control the position.
Pain is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Pain is looking to control Lang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pain avoid being mounted?
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Pain is trying to get back to full guard.
Lang trying to control the action but Pain is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Lang looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Pain is fending him off so far but Lang persists. Nope, Pain circles away and we're back to standing.
Craig Long Lang is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#TD#
Lang fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Pain to the ground. Lang is now in Pain's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pain trying to keep a closed guard but Lang is proving a slippery customer. #T3#
Lang wants to pass the guard but Pain is keeping the position.
Lang trying to control but Pain is working from the bottom.
Lang with a flurry of punches that miss.
Lang postures up in Pain's guard and throws a big left but Pain blocks it.
Pain is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Lang sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Pain looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lang is fending him off so far but Pain persists. Nope, Lang circles away and we're back to standing.
Lang shoots in for a takedown but Pain shows good takedown defense.
Pain is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Lang with a body shot.
Lang throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Pain's waist but Pain gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Lang off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Craig Long Lang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Pain shoots in and drives through. Lang sprawls well.
Lang fails in his attempt to clinch.
Lang shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Pain pinned against the cage. Pain gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Pain defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Lang.
Lang shoots in and drives through. Pain sprawls well.
Major Pain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Craig Long Lang is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Donk. Pain catches Lang right on the button with a cross.

And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Major Pain.
I think Lang 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 Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 23
Date: Jan 03, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Pain forces Lang back against the cage and clinches.
Lang is breathing heavily.
A frustrated look appears on Pain's face as he tries to break the clinch. #TD2#
Pain ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Pain no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Pain wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Pain 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Pain is adopting a defensive guard.
Lang has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pain swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pain pulls Lang in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pain is on top in guard. #REVB#
Pain is looking to work some ground and pound but Lang has wrist control.
Lang working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Pain.
Pain content to stall in guard here. #SU2#
Pain stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#CL2#
Pain pushes Lang up against the cage in a clinch.
Pain dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Lang on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Lang looking for a takedown.
Pain has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Pain jumps guard but Lang stands there with Pain around his waist. Pain gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lang tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Pain just stands there and leans against the cage.
Pain is trying to drag Lang to the mat but Lang just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T3##TD2#
Pain jumps guard and drags Lang to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Pain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Pain pulls Lang in to control the position.
Lang looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Pain is on top in guard. #REVB##SU2#
Pain gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #CL2#
Pain pushes Lang up against the cage in a clinch.
Lang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lang prevents a takedown attempt there.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Major Pain.
Lang struggles to land a body shot inside as Pain controls his hands. #T4#
Pain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lang prevents the takedown attempt.
Pain tries for a takedown but Lang manages to get underhooks.
Lang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Pain smiles and moves away.
Pain closes the distance and clinches up with Lang, looking for a takedown. Pain pushes Lang against the cage but Lang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Pain shoots in looking for a takedown. Lang tries to sprawl out of it but Pain keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lang manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lang lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Major Pain dominated that round.
That's time! Lang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Pain darts in looking for a takedown but Lang gets double underhooks and turns Pain into the cage.
Lang shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pain as he jumps to the side.
Pain misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #CL2#
Pain forces Lang back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Pain manages to pull guard.
Pain 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.
Pain manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lang manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Pain postures up in Lang's guard and throws a big left but Lang blocks it. #SU2#
Pain gets to his feet - Lang follows without any prompting.
Pain has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pain tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lang swivels and escapes.
Pain shoots in looking for a takedown but Lang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Major Pain.
Lang defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Pain.
Pain shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lang as he jumps to the side. #T2#
Pain tries to land a front kick but Lang steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Lang wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Pain closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lang circles away.
Lang fakes the leg kick and cracks Pain in the body. #TD2#
Pain throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Lang tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Pain is in Lang's guard.

The fighters are working up against the cage. Lang manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pain shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Lang as he avoids it easily.
Lang appears to be looking for a big counter.
Pain will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Pain digs a good hook to Lang's body.
Pain shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lang as he jumps to the side. #T3#
Pain dives in for a single leg takedown but Lang sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Pain instigates a clinch.
Lang misses with a punch to the body.
Lang tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Pain just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain won't allow it.
Lang prevents Pain from breaking the clinch.#TD2#
Pain pulls guard effortlessly.
Major Pain has got the better of the ground game so far.
Lang throws a strike but Pain rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SU2#
Pain gets to his feet - Lang follows without any prompting.
Pain shoots in for a takedown but Lang shows good takedown defense.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T4#
Lang misses with a kick to the body.
Lang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pain.
As Pain backs away, Lang returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Lang lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Pain.
Pain stuffs the takedown attempt from Lang. Lang gets slowly back to his feet.
Lang keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Major Pain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Pain misses with a two punch combination.
Pain tries a head kick but it misses.
Pain has a takedown stuffed.
Pain tries to clinch but Lang moves out of range.
Pain fails with the takedown#CL#
and Lang counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Lang. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Pain forces Lang back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Lang looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##CL2#
Pain closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Pain tries to break the clinch but Lang is controlling the position.
Pain wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Pain tries for a takedown but Lang manages to get underhooks.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Major Pain.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch.
A head kick misses from Pain.
Craig Long Lang is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Pain jabs Lang right on the nose. Lang blinks but takes it well.
Lang goes for a double leg but Pain avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Pain continues to drive forward.#T2#
Lang is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pain to keep the fight standing.
Pain tries to pull guard but Lang won't allow it.
Lang being controlled against the cage.#TD#
Lang has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Pain uses from the top position.
Lang looking to hit a scissor sweep but Pain is one step ahead there.
Lang controls Pain momentarily but Pain frees himself. #T3#
Lang wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Pain manages to pass to side control.
Pain perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Pain sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Lang defending well though. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Pain looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Pain looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Pain tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lang knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.

And that's the end of the fight!
Major Pain comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Pain 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Major Pain!

Event: Flair 21
Date: Dec 28, 2021

#R1#
Lang looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Crusader scores with a shot to the body.
Crusader punishes Lang's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Lang closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Stalling in the clinch from Crusader .
Crusader scores with an uppercut up the middle.#BC2#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Lang stalks Crusader and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Crusader 's face. Crusader staggers backwards, shaken.
Lang looks winded!
Lang is looking to land body kicks.
Donk. Crusader catches Lang right on the button with a cross.
Crusader takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Crusader fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Crusader fails in his attempt to clinch.
Crusader takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lang swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Righteous Crusader is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1##KD#
Crusader closes the distance and scores with a big combo that sends Lang crashing to the mat! Lang 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 Craig Long Lang has been cut.
Crusader tries to clinch up but Lang circles away and keeps his distance.
Crusader tries to clinch there but Lang circles away.
Lang swats away the attempt to clinch by Crusader .#KD#
Crusader staggers Lang with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Lang 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!#ROC#Lang is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lang with a nice calf kick.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Crusader tries to clinch but Lang moves out of range.
Lang keeps the fight on the outside.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lang swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Crusader connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#KD#
Crusader cracks Lang with a perfect right hand that drops him to the mat! Lang 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 Lang is still not up. Can he make it? 8,9, he's up! Wow, he cut that one a bit fine!
Lang throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Crusader . #T2#
Crusader throws a nice looking combination but Lang bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Lang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Crusader .
Crusader lands a body shot.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Lang paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Lang tries to counter with a clinch but Crusader shakes him off and moves away.
Crusader tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Lang manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Crusader is looking to clinch but Lang is avoiding it.
Crusader swinging wildly here.
Lang throws a leg kick but Crusader sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lang swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Crusader scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Crusader tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Lang manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#KD#
Crusader scores with a jab and follows up with an uppercut that drops Lang 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.
Lang is still on wobbly legs! Can Crusader finish him?#T3#
Crusader tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Lang manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Crusader is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lang seems to have recovered his senses.
Crusader tries to clinch but Lang moves out of range.
Crusader stuns Lang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch but Lang swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Crusader wants to clinch up but Lang keeps it at a distance.
A combination from Crusader does no damage.
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lang swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lang wants to clinch up but Crusader keeps it at a distance.
Crusader looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Lang swats away the attempt to clinch by Crusader .
Crusader tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lang swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T4#
Crusader scores with a sloppy right hand. Lang should have avoided that one.
Crusader tries to clinch there but Lang circles away. #KD#
Lang ducks into a a hook from Crusader and goes down! He looks in a bit of a mess; will he beat the count?! 4,5,6,7,8 - he's up and looking to carry on! The referee looks into his eyes and sees that he's OK to continue!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Crusader connects with a quick right hand that sends Lang 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 4:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Righteous Crusader !

Event: Flair 20
Date: Dec 23, 2021

#R1#
Lang swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Pain counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Lang thinking. #CL#
Lang clinches. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang misses with a hook. Pain ducked under it nicely.
Lang misses with a hook #CL2#
and Pain counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Pain.
Lang taking a breather. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Lang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Lang misses with a knee to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lang misses the jab.#CL#
Lang rushes Pain and presses him up against the ropes.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T1#
Lang throws a front kick that sends Pain stumbling back into the ropes.
Pain on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
A right-left combo lands from Pain.
Pain looks winded!
Lang tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lang throws a right hand that misses
and Pain makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lang is looking to land body kicks.
As Lang backs off Pain throws a huge counter combo but Lang manages to avoid it all.
Pain dodges the punch combination from Lang.
Pain throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Lang tries to clinch there but Pain circles away.
Lang fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pain scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lang doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Pain misses with a head kick.
Lang went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Crunch! Lang slams his shin into Pain's torso.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Lang lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross. #CL#
Lang has closed the distance and engaged Pain in a clinch.
Pain is trying to force a seperation but Lang has the dominant position.
Lang lands a good knee to the midsection. Pain won't want to take too many of those.#BC#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Pain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A slapping leg kick lands for Lang.
Lang swings for the body but Pain moves out of range.
Lang sets himself, and Pain steps forward looking for the clinch! Lang avoids it this time.
Lang circles away from the clinch attempt. #T3#
Lang misses with an uppercut. Pain saw that one coming.
Lang misses the shot to the body.
Lang moves in looking to clinch but Pain pushes him off.
Pain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lang misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pain.
Lang fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss. #CL#
Lang gets in close and instigates a clinch. #BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lang scores with a nice body kick. #CL#
Lang clinches up with Pain and pushes him back against the ropes.
Pain blocks an uppercut.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
A head punch on the inside from Lang fails to land. #T4#
Pain is looking to break free of the clinch but Lang has double underhooks.
Lang is trying to stall. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch. #CL#
Lang moves into the clinch successfully. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Pain throws a head kick but Lang moves out of range.
Lang is looking to clinch.
Pain tries to land a body kick#CL#
and Lang counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Lang. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pain on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Lang. Lang obviously looking to wear him down.
Pain misses with a head kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Lang looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Pain tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Lang paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Pain throws a series of strikes that have Lang backpedaling. #CL#
Lang has closed the distance and engaged Pain in a clinch.
Pain tries to break the clinch but Lang is controlling the position.
Lang displaying some good clinch control by pressing Pain up against the ropes.
Lang has Pain pressed against the ropes, preventing Pain from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Pain is breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lang tries to clinch up but Pain circles away and keeps his distance.
A combination from Pain does no damage. #T1#
Lang moves in looking to clinch but Pain pushes him off.
Lang misses with a head kick.
Pain lands with a shot to the body.
Lang tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Pain moves into the clinch.
Craig Long Lang has scored more points in the clinch so far.#BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Lang moves into the clinch.#BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Pain swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lang looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Craig Long Lang is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #T2#
Lang looks to score with a jab to the body but Pain is just out of range.
Pain circles away from the clinch attempt.
Pain misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Pain can do to turn this around?
Lang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Pain tries a head kick but it misses.
Lang is looking to counter the offense by Pain and move into the clinch.
Lang lands a head kick!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lang tries to clinch there but Pain circles away.
Pain wants to counter with a clinch but Lang pushes him away.#CL2#
Pain clinches up with Lang and pushes him back against the ropes.#BC#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Pain throws a lazy head kick
and Lang cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lang.
Pain steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Lang.#T3#
Lang swinging wildly here.
Lang is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lang swats away the attempt to clinch by Pain.
Lang throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Pain rushes Lang and presses him up against the ropes.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lang throws a body kick that misses.
Lang is looking to clinch but Pain is avoiding it. #T4#
Lang lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pain circles away quickly and effectively.
Pain is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#CL2#
Pain clinches up with Lang and pushes him back against the ropes.
Lang prevents Pain from breaking the clinch.
Pain is trying to break the clinch but Lang is controlling him.
Lang doesn't land with the attempted body shot. #BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch. #CL#
Lang drives through and clinches with Pain against the ropes. #BC#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Pain circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Pain clinches up against the ropes.
Lang misses with a punch to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close second round but I would say that Craig Long Lang will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. 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##CL#
Lang drives through and clinches with Pain against the ropes.
Pain tries to break the clinch but Lang is controlling the position.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#BC#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Lang throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #CL2#
Pain has managed to clinch.
Lang dodges an elbow strike from Pain.
Pain tries to stall but Lang uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lang letting Pain take a breather here.
Pain takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Lang trying to control the position but instead, Pain has worked for underhooks and has pushed Lang into the ropes.#T1##BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Pain avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Pain throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Lang stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Lang misses with a body shot.
Pain lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Pain tries to keep at a distance but Lang has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Pain avoids it by throwing Lang back against the ropes.
Lang has Pain pressed against the ropes, preventing Pain from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Lang is trying to maintain a safe position but Pain gets an underhook and turns Lang into the ropes.#T2##BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Pain moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Lang ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Pain takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Lang is looking to clinch.
Lang is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Pain rushes Lang and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Lang lands with a short shot to the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Pain taking a breather. #BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch.
Lang fails to land with a series of punches. #T3#
Pain tries a head kick but it misses.
Lang throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Pain's head.#CL#
Lang clinches up with Pain and pushes him back against the ropes.
Pain is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes. #BC#
Lang breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Pain ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Lang misses with a leg kick.
Lang tries to clinch but Pain is having none of it.
Lang tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lang avoids the head kick by Pain.
Lang is looking to clinch. #T4#
Lang throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Pain.
Lang tries to clinch up.#CL#
Lang instigates a clinch.
Lang working Pain over with knees to the body.
Lang is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the ropes.
Lang goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Lang looking to slow down the pace here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC#
Lang breaks from the clinch.
Major Pain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Craig Long Lang is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#CL#
Lang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.

And that's the end of the fight!
Craig Long Lang showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lang 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 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 14
Date: Dec 03, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Lang throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Talbain was covering up waiting for the punch and Lang finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB#
Talbain looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Talbain punching to the body, from the bottom.
Talbain tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Talbain is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SU2#
Lang gets to his feet - Talbain follows without any prompting.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talbain scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Lang doesn't seem bothered though.
Lang looks winded!
Lang throws a head kick but Talbain moves out of range.
Talbain cracks Lang with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#T1#
Talbain shoots in but Lang avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Talbain tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Lang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Talbain. #TD2#
Lang drives through with a takedown into Talbain's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Talbain tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lang prevents Talbain from getting back to his feet. #T2#
Lang trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Talbain manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Lang 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.
Lang preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Talbain wants to control from the top but Lang keeps moving.
Talbain looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Lang is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Talbain wants to control from the top but Lang keeps moving.
Talbain is really struggling to control Lang but he's trying to hold on to the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Lang trying to keep a closed guard but Talbain is proving a slippery customer.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Lang keeping moving, preventing Talbain from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Talbain tries to keep at a distance but Lang has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lang is trying to pull guard but Talbain has him pressed against the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #TD2#
Lang pulls guard successfully.
Talbain trying to control but Lang is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2#
Lang has his foot on Talbain's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Talbain works his way back into a safe position though.
Talbain controlling from the top position.
Lang keeping moving, preventing Talbain from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Talbain throws a big elbow that misses.
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 Jon Talbain will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##TD2#
Lang fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Talbain to the ground. Lang is now in Talbain's guard.#SUB#
Talbain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lang gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Talbain working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang trying to control the position from guard on top but Talbain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lang won't allow Talbain to sweep him here.
Craig Long Lang has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Lang is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Talbain working for a triangle but Lang defends it easily.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Talbain is on top in guard. #REVR#
Talbain trying to control but Lang is working from the bottom.
Talbain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Talbain with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Talbain throwing strikes but missing.
Talbain trying to stand up but can't free himself from Lang's guard.
Talbain looking to sit in guard and control but Lang gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Lang must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Lang throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Talbain will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Talbain is on top in guard. #REVR#
Talbain throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Talbain throwing strikes but missing.
Talbain wants to control from the top but Lang keeps moving. #SUB2#
Lang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lang is breathing heavily.
Talbain trying to control but Lang is working from the bottom. #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.
Lang looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Talbain connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Lang's hands.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Talbain closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lang circles away.
Lang looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it.
Talbain shoots in for a takedown but Lang shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Talbain shoots in looking for a takedown. Lang tries to sprawl out of it but Talbain keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Lang manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jon Talbain dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Talbain closes the distance and clinches up with Lang, looking for a takedown. Talbain pushes Lang against the cage but Lang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Talbain wants to clinch#TD2#
and Lang counters with a takedown into side control.
Lang tries to move to mount but Talbain blocks the move with his legs.
Talbain sneaks back into half guard.
Lang trying to control the action but Talbain is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talbain is pressing down on Lang's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Lang takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Talbain is trying to keep Lang in close. #T1#
Talbain wants to sweep but no luck.
Talbain is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lang won't allow Talbain to sweep him here.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Talbain controls Lang momentarily but Lang frees himself. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Talbain closes the distance and clinches up with Lang, looking for a takedown. Talbain pushes Lang against the cage but Lang circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Talbain motions for Lang to come forward. Talbain throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. #CL#
Talbain darts in and clinches Lang up against the cage.#T2##TD2#
Lang pulls guard successfully.
Talbain distracts Lang with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Talbain trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Lang working a defensive guard here.
Lang keeping moving, preventing Talbain from controlling successfully.
Lang has a closed guard, preventing Talbain from standing up. #T3#
Talbain loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Lang looking for a sweep. Not yet Lang, not yet. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Talbain feints a jab promting Lang to slip. Talbain then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Lang slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Talbain.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jon Talbain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Talbain fails with the takedown.
Talbain goes for a double leg but Lang avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lang continues to drive forward.
Talbain is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #T4#
Talbain misses with a combination #CL2#
and Lang counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Talbain jumps guard but Lang turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Stalling in the clinch from Lang.
Lang holding his opponent close, against the cage.
The crowd are getting on Lang's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
Talbain is trying to force a seperation but Lang has the dominant position.
Lang avoiding damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lang prevents the takedown attempt.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jon Talbain is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lang lands a right hand.

And that's the end of the fight!
Craig Long Lang comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Talbain 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 Frank Dennis scores the fight 28:29
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Craig Long Lang!

Event: Flair 13
Date: Nov 22, 2021

#R1#
Lang tries to clinch up but Thibodeaux circles away and keeps his distance.
Lang tries to close the distance and clinch but Thibodeaux swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Lang gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Thibodeaux dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lang. That did some damage!
Lang tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lang throws a leg kick
and Thibodeaux counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Thibodeaux.
Lang tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Thibodeaux cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lang falls off balance throwing a combination #KD2#
and Thibodeaux counters quickly with a head kick that drops Lang to the mat! The referee starts the count at 3 - will Lang be able to get back to his feet in time? 4,5,6, he's up. He looks OK so we'll continue the action!
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 solid body kick from Thibodeaux.
Lang darts in trying to clinch#KD2#
and Thibodeaux counters with a lead uppercut that lands right on the button! Lang goes down! Will Lang beat the count? 3,4,5 - he's up! No problem. Let's get back to the action!
Lang fails in his attempt to clinch. #T1#
Thibodeaux lands a slapping body shot.
Lang definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Thibodeaux smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Lang throws a big shot that misses.
Lang throws a leg kick that is checked
enabling Thibodeaux to counter with a crisp jab.
Lang throws a head kick that misses
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Lang tries to clinch but Thibodeaux moves out of range.
Fortune Thibodeaux is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thibodeaux stuns Lang with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#KD2#
Thibodeaux lands a front kick to the face, that drops Lang 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!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Thibodeaux darts in and clinches Lang up against the ropes.#KD2#
Thibodeaux pushes Lang against the ropes and as he bounces back off them, cracks him with a big elbow that drops him to the mat! You don't see that very often! Will he manage to get back to his feet? 3,4,5,6 is the count... and he's up! He seems OK; probably just in shock that he was dropped by an elbow that he obviously didn't see coming.#CUT2#It looks like Craig Long Lang has been cut.
Thibodeaux fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Lang has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Thibodeaux lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Lang crumples to the floor! Thibodeaux milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Fortune Thibodeaux!
An out of breath Fortune Thibodeaux thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: Flair 8
Date: Oct 29, 2021

#R1#
Lang has his takedown stuffed
and Thibodeaux counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lang should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#KD#
Thibodeaux lands a big head kick that sends Lang tumbling to the mat! Thibodeaux takes a step backwards and waves Lang back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Lang is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Craig Long Lang has been cut.#KD#
Thibodeaux sends Lang crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Thibodeaux is motioning to the referee to let Lang up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Lang is still on wobbly legs! Can Thibodeaux finish him?
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!
Lang is aggressively charging in as Thibodeaux backs up avoiding any damage. Thibodeaux tosses out a jab and Lang runs right into it face first! Lang is out cold! Thibodeaux dropped down on all fours and is barking in Lang's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Fortune Thibodeaux!
A relieved looking Fortune Thibodeaux thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: Flair 6
Date: Oct 15, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Lang looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Pain!

Pain throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
Lang misses with a combination
and Pain counters with a series of strikes. Lang will be more careful next time no doubt.
Pain fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Pain looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL#
Lang tries to keep at a distance but Pain has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lang looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Lang tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lang wants a takedown but no success here. #T1#
Lang jumps guard but Pain stands there with Lang around his waist. Lang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lang should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Lang is trying to break free.#BC2#
Lang escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lang tries to clinch there but Pain circles away. #CL2#
Lang closes the distance and clinches.
Lang is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Pain to keep the fight standing.
Major Pain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Long Lang.
Lang is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Pain gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Lang jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Pain walks away with a smile on his face. Lang gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Pain clinches with his opponent.
Pain is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Pain has Lang pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Lang manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Pain wants to break free but Lang has control. #T2#
Lang jumps guard but Pain stands there with Lang around his waist. Lang gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Knees to the body from Lang.
Pain works on Lang's body with a couple of short punches.#TD#
Pain ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Pain no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lang wants to control from the top but Pain keeps moving.
Pain controlling the position.
Lang controls from within his opponent's guard.
Lang must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Pain escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lang gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3#
Pain has his hands on Lang's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Pain has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lang can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Pain pulls Lang in close to his closed guard and prevents Lang from doing any damage or advancing position.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#CL#
Pain gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lang fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lang trying to land knees to the body.
Lang letting Pain take a breather here.#TD#
Pain ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Pain no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Lang tries to free his leg and advance position but Pain is retaining full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Pain controlling Lang's posture.
Lang preventing the sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Major Pain dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Lang darts in looking for a takedown but Pain gets double underhooks and turns Lang into the cage.
Pain displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lang.
Pain shoots in for a takedown but Lang shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lang fails with the takedown.
Major Pain has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Craig Long Lang.#CL#
Pain moves into the clinch successfully. #BC2#
Lang pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang stuffs the takedown attempt from Pain. Pain gets slowly back to his feet. #CL#
Pain rushes Lang and presses him up against the cage.#T1#
Pain is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Come on Lang - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Pain tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lang smiles and moves away.
Lang wants to clinch.
Lang checks a low kick from Pain.
Pain closes the distance and lands a one-two.#CL#
Pain gets a clinch.
Pain is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Lang breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2#
Pain tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Lang swivels and escapes.
Pain stuffs the takedown.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Lang. Pain shrugs it off though.
Nice takedown defense from Pain. No joy for Lang on that attempt.
Lang tries to clinch but Pain is having none of it.
Pain tries to counter by clinching up but Lang breaks away and moves out of range.
Pain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lang's waist but Lang gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pain off to one side.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lang throws a shot from downtown. Pain moves away and avoids it.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lang or perhaps it was just good defense by Pain, which made it look bad.
Pain half committed to a counter leg kick.
Lang doesn't manage to clinch there - Pain circles away.
A chopping leg kick lands by Lang.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lang lands a head kick! #T3#
Pain shoots in looking for a takedown but Lang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lang with a poor takedown
and Pain counters with a three punch combo that has Lang backing up. Lang nods at Pain to acknowledge the strikes.
Lang rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Lang takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Pain misses with a body kick.
Lang stuffs the takedown.
Pain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lang's waist but Lang gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Pain off to one side.
Pain shoots in and drives through. Lang sprawls well.
Despite the aggression on Lang's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Major Pain is winning the standup battle so far.
Lang looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lang throws a head kick but Pain moves out of range.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pain is defended easily by Lang.
Pain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lang can do to turn this around?#T4#
Lang fails with the takedown.
Pain throws a half hearted mid kick.
No luck for Pain with that takedown attempt.
Pain fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lang tries to score a power double leg takedown but Pain sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Lang somewhat.
As Lang looks to move away, Pain throws a big counter combo but Lang just gets out of the way.
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 Major Pain will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Lang fails to land with a series of punches.
Lang tries to clinch there but Pain circles away.
Pain tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lang sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Pain somewhat.
Lang leaves Pain with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Pain is looking to clinch but Lang is avoiding it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Pain looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Lang tries a head kick but it misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by Pain or perhaps it was just good defense by Lang, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Major Pain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##CL#
Pain has taken the fight to the clinch.
Pain is looking for a takedown.
Lang wants a takedown but no success here.
Lang tries to pull guard but Pain forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Lang has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Pain avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Major Pain has scored more points in the clinch so far.#TD#
Pain ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Pain no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Pain manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Lang manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR##T2##SUB2#
Lang is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Pain controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Pain stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lang swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Pain engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Lang trying to control the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Pain accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lang throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Pain with a nice head shot there.#SU#
Pain gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Pain is defended easily by Lang.
Pain shoots in looking for a takedown but Lang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Pain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Lang throws a fast counter high kick but Pain manages to duck under it in time.
Major Pain is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2#
Lang gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Pain scores with a shoulder strike.
Pain looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Lang drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Pain is trying to pull guard but Lang turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Craig Long Lang has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Major Pain is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lang swings wildly with an uppercut but Pain uses good head movement to avoid it.

And that's the end of the fight!
Major Pain showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Pain, 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 George Francis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Major Pain!

Event: Flair 5
Date: Oct 08, 2021

#R1#
Talbain throws a head kick but Lang moves out of range. #TD2#
Lang drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Talbain is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lang is aware though and is defending well.
Talbain not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB#
Talbain looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Lang stays in close to Talbain's body and controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talbain looking to control.
Talbain is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Lang is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T1#
Lang throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB#
Talbain looking for a triangle here. Lang is fighting it but it looks tight! Talbain pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Lang is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jon Talbain!

Event: Flair 3
Date: Sep 25, 2021

#R1#
Talbain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lang's waist but Lang gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Talbain off to one side. #TD#
Lang drives through with a takedown into Talbain's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
Talbain working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lang doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Talbain is tightening it up a little... Lang has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Lang reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Lang taps out! Nice BJJ there by Talbain!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jon Talbain! Jon Talbain retains his heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 2
Date: Sep 15, 2021

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Talbain or perhaps it was just good defense by Lang, which made it look bad. #TD#
Lang decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Lang could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Talbain tries to get to full guard but Lang has control of the leg.
Talbain is trying to stand.
Talbain keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Talbain is trying to stand back up but Lang is controlling him
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang wants to stand up but Talbain is controlling the position. #SUB#
Lang is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Talbain is not content to let Lang control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T1##SUB#
Lang looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Talbain darts in looking for a takedown but Lang gets double underhooks and turns Talbain into the cage.
Lang fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Talbain.
Talbain throws a head kick that misses.
Lang walks into a stiff left hand from Talbain.
Talbain shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lang defends it nicely.
Lang throws a counter high kick but Talbain was just alert enough to avoid it.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Talbain.
Talbain tries to clinch but Lang is having none of it.
Talbain shoots in looking for a takedown but Lang manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Talbain's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#T2#
Talbain throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Lang seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Lang scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Talbain misses with a kick to the body.
Talbain is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Lang thinks about countering with a head kick.
Talbain tries to clinch there but Lang circles away. #CL#
Lang has taken the fight to the clinch.
Talbain on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body. #BC#
Lang manages to break the clinch. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lang.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Lang goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Talbain has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Lang but great work by Talbain.#T3#
Lang struggling a bit here.
Talbain wants to stand but Lang is controlling his arm.
Talbain is looking to take a break and control but Lang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lang can't do much from the bottom here.
Lang might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lang is breathing heavily.
Talbain gets to mount! Lang was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Lang really trying hard to get back to half guard here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lang is squirming around, avoiding Talbain's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Lang working to try and regain half guard.
Talbain misses with a head shot.
Talbain tries to control but Lang wriggling away.
Talbain thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Talbain trying to control but he's not successful this time.
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 Craig Long Lang will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Talbain cracks Lang with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Talbain shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
As Talbain looks to move away, Lang throws a big counter combo but Talbain just gets out of the way.#CL#
Lang clinches up against the cage.
Lang tries to pull guard but Talbain holds him up against the cage and eventually Lang drops back down to his feet.
Talbain working hard to break the clinch.
Lang tries to throw a body punch but Talbain avoids it by throwing Lang back against the cage.
Talbain scores with a shot to the side of Lang's head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lang wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Talbain has him pressed against the cage.
Lang fails to pull guard.
Talbain wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Lang has him pressed against the cage.
Talbain changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Lang fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Talbain shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Lang as he jumps to the side.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Talbain.#T1#
Talbain tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lang sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Talbain somewhat.#CL#
Lang instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Talbain pulls guard effortlessly.
Lang advances position into side control!
Talbain wants to control but Lang postures up.#SU#
Lang decides to stand back up. Lang steps back and let's Talbain get back to his feet.#T2#
Lang slaps away a takedown attempt from Talbain, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A quick step to the side and Lang tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Talbain tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lang manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Talbain has a takedown stuffed.
Talbain fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Talbain with a poor takedown #CL#
and Lang counters by moving into the clinch.
Talbain has Lang pressed against the cage, preventing Lang from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
A frustrated look appears on Lang's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lang tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Talbain just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lang can't break the clinch. #T3##TD#
Lang pulls guard successfully.
Lang is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Lang knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Talbain on the ground.
Talbain pushing down on Lang's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Lang is refusing to be controlled, as Talbain sits in half guard.
Lang tries to push off, looking to stand up, but Talbain manages to move to mount!
Talbain can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lang is looking to escape. #T4#
Talbain misses with a head shot.
Talbain thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Lang is looking to improve his position but Talbain isn't that keen on the idea.
Talbain takes Lang's back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Talbain is hanging on to Lang's back as he tries to escape.
Talbain avoiding Lang 's attempts to control his hands.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jon Talbain will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Talbain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Lang's waist but Lang gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Talbain off to one side.
Lang displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Talbain.
Lang fails with the takedown.
Talbain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Talbain shoots for a takedown but Lang saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Craig Long Lang has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jon Talbain.
Talbain misses with a takedown attempt - Lang sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Talbain tries for a takedown but Lang sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Talbain doesn't manage to clinch there - Lang circles away.
Lang stuffs the takedown.#T1#
Talbain throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A head kick misses from Lang.
Talbain changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Lang shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Talbain pinned against the cage. Talbain gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Talbain changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Talbain.
Lang throws a body punch but Talbain moves out of range.
Talbain shoots in and drives through. Lang sprawls well.
Lang circles away from the clinch attempt.
Talbain tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lang swats him away and circles back towards the center. #T2#
Lang keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Talbain gets caught flat footed, as Lang shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Lang trying to control the position from guard on top but Talbain is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Talbain is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Lang frees his head nicely. Oh but Talbain has switched to an armbar! Lang is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Jon Talbain! Jon Talbain retains his heavyweight title!

Event: Flair 1
Date: Sep 09, 2021

#R1##CL#
Sankari gets tackled into the cage by Lang. Lang maintains the clinch. #BC#
Lang's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice sprawl there from Lang as Sankari shoots in.
Sankari shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Lang counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sankari looks winded!#CL#
Lang clinches with his opponent.
Lang scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Lang 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.
Lang is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Sankari is defending well.
Sankari wants to get back to striking at distance but Lang won't allow it. #TD#
Lang jumps into guard, dragging Sankari to the mat.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sankari avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #T1#
Lang looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lang looking to control. #SUB#
Lang looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Lang pulls Sankari in to control the position.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice takedown defense from Sankari. No joy for Lang on that attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Craig Long Lang. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Lang rushes Sankari and presses him up against the cage.
Lang tries to pull guard but Sankari forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#TD#
Lang ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Lang no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #T2##SUB#
Lang looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Lang working for a triangle but Sankari defends it easily. #SUB#
Lang escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sankari gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lang holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
Lang is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Sankari is controlling him. #SUB#
Sankari avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lang is adopting a defensive guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Lang gets a clinch. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#BC#
Lang breaks the clinch.
Lang shoots in but Sankari avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Lang wants to clinch up but Sankari keeps it at a distance.
Nice defenses there by Lang.
Sankari swats away the attempt to clinch by Lang.
Sankari changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lang has a takedown stuffed.
Sankari wants to counter the offense by Lang and move into the clinch position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that round.
That's time! Lang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Sankari fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Lang shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Lang rushes Sankari and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Lang pulls guard.
Lang is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Sankari avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Lang bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sankari's guard. #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sankari is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Lang is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lang looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lang is trying to control but can't.
Lang could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Lang is looking to improve his position.
Lang trying to control here.
We've been informed that Sankari has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Sankari thows a huge punch but Lang dodges it nicely.
Lang is looking for a sweep. Sankari is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sankari is trying to control. Lang wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Lang is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sankari can do to turn this around?
Lang is trying is best to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lang slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Lang 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#
Sankari is refusing to be controlled, as Lang sits in half guard.
Lang is taking a breather. Sankari says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Lang wants to pass to mount but Sankari is defending the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.#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.
Sankari tries to get to full guard but Lang has control of the leg. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A cross from Lang lands.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Lang.
A countering left hand to the body from Sankari misses.
Nice straight punches there by Lang. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Lang.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Lang is trying to drag Sankari to the mat but Sankari just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Craig Long Lang dominated that second round.
That's time! Lang's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Lang shoots in for a takedown but Sankari shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
No luck for Lang with that takedown attempt.
Lang tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
It seemed like Sankari was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Sankari is defended easily by Lang.
Lang shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Sankari sprawls well. Sankari wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Lang gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Craig Long Lang. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from Lang lands.#T1#
Sankari is looking to clinch but Lang is avoiding it.
Sankari misses with a shot to the body
letting Lang counter with a right hand.
Craig Long Lang is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lang fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sankari avoids it really well and circles away.
Lang shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sankari as he avoids it easily.
Lang shoots in looking for a takedown. Sankari tries to sprawl out of it but Lang keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Sankari manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Lang tries to clinch up.#T2#
Sankari slaps away a takedown attempt from Lang, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Lang shoots in for a takedown but Sankari shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lang keeps the fight on the outside.
Lang slips a jab from Sankari.#CL#
Lang has closed the distance and engaged Sankari in a clinch.
Lang wants to break free but Sankari has control.
Sankari tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lang smiles and moves away.
Lang slaps away a takedown attempt from Sankari, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T3#
Lang lands a high kick!
Lang fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lang shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Sankari as he avoids it easily.
Sankari looks for a takedown but Lang sprawls well.
Sota Sankari has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lang doesn't manage to clinch there - Sankari circles away.
As Lang backs off Sankari throws a huge counter combo but Lang manages to avoid it all.
Sankari closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lang circles away.
Sankari takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Lang shoots for a takedown but Sankari saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sankari tries to counter with a clinch but Lang shakes him off and moves away.#T4##CL#
Lang takes the fight into the clinch.
Lang tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Sankari just stands there and leans against the cage.
Lang tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sankari smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Sankari drives through and clinches with Lang against the cage.
Sankari looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lang content to slow the pace in the clinch. #TD#
Lang drags the fight down to the ground.
Craig Long Lang is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Lang preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.

And that's the end of the fight!
Craig Long Lang showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Lang 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 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Craig Long Lang!

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