Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2023

#R1#
Lakatos pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Grimes shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lakatos defends it nicely.
Grimes fails with a takedown attempt.
Lakatos stuffs the takedown attempt from Grimes . Grimes gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Grimes . #TD#
Grimes closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB#
Grimes tries for a kimura but Lakatos is defending well. #SUB#
Grimes tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Grimes is trying to get an arm triangle but Lakatos is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Grimes is working to tighten his grip on Lakatos's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Lakatos has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Grimes is really squeezing tight and eventually Lakatos passes out! Grimes breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gunnar Grimes !
Our winner, Gunnar Grimes , 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: DMMA 256 Thorn vs Kirin
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
Smith throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Grimes stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Grimes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Smith.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Smith as he avoids it easily.
Smith scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Smith looks to throw the jab but Grimes is out of range.
Smith throws a lazy right hand but Grimes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A swing and a miss from Smith.
Grimes half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#TD#
Grimes closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Grimes lands in his opponent's guard.
Smith wants to stand but Grimes is controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Grimes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grimes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Smith told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Smith wants to stand and escape but Grimes is having none of it. #SUB#
Grimes is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Grimes is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Grimes prevents Smith from getting back to his feet. #SUB#
Grimes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grimes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1##SUB#
Grimes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grimes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Grimes is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Grimes works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Smith wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Smith is defending against the submission attempts here by Grimes .
Smith really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Grimes . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Smith trying to hold on to Grimes 's head to control him but Grimes postures up. #SUB#
Grimes seems to be working for a kimura but Smith defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Grimes wants to work for an arm triangle but Smith is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Smith has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Grimes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T2##SUB#
Grimes is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smith doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Grimes .
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Smith is looking to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Smith is defending against the submission attempts here by Grimes . #SUB#
Grimes seems to be working for a kimura but Smith defends the submission attempt.
Smith moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Smith tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3##SUB#
Grimes thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Smith looking to control.
Smith might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Grimes haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Smith controlling Grimes 's posture. #SUB#
Grimes is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Smith looking to hit a scissor sweep but Grimes is one step ahead there.
Smith wants to stand up but Grimes is controlling him. #SUB#
Grimes thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Grimes looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Grimes thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #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.
Smith wants to sweep here but Grimes controlling him for the moment.
Smith is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Grimes drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Grimes off! Grimes jumps back into Smith's guard. #ES2#
Smith manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Grimes throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Smith's waist but Smith gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Grimes off to one side.
Grimes shoots in but Smith avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grimes keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot. #TD#
Grimes closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Grimes lands in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Grimes drops back looking for a leg! Smith is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smith manages to kick Grimes off! Grimes jumps back into Smith's guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grimes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smith swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Rebel Smith will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Smith displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Grimes .
Smith throws out a counter right but Grimes avoids it with no problem.
Smith defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Grimes .
Smith scores with a jab. Grimes acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Horrible takedown attempt by Grimes or perhaps it was just good defense by Smith, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smith misses with a looping left.
Donk. Smith catches Grimes right on the button with a cross.
Grimes looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Grimes is trying hard to land a takedown here. Smith sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Grimes closes this distance looking for a takedown but Smith circles away.
Smith just misses with a punch to the body.
Grimes fails with the takedown
and Smith counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith scores with a nice head shot.
Gunnar Grimes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smith scores with a punch to the head.#TD#
Grimes looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Smith!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
Grimes goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Smith has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Grimes but great work by Smith.
Smith has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smith advances to full mount.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1##SU2#
Smith gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Rebel Smith is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Grimes is trying hard to land a takedown here. Smith sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Grimes takes one on the button.
Grimes dives in for a single leg takedown but Smith sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Smith.
Smith misses with a punch to the body.
Grimes prevents a body shot from Smith.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Smith.
Smith tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Grimes 's elbow.
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Grimes avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but Smith has him pressed against the cage.
Smith scores with a nice hook to the head.
Grimes blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Smith.
Grimes fails to pull guard.
Grimes prevents a body shot from Smith.
Grimes prevents a body shot from Smith.
Grimes prevents a body shot from Smith.
Smith lands a body shot.
Smith lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Grimes backwards. #T2#
Grimes jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smith walks away with a smile on his face. Grimes gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Grimes shoots in for a takedown but Smith shows good takedown defense.
Grimes moves out of range as Smith strikes.
Smith moves into range and connects with a jab.
Smith throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Grimes walks into a stiff left hand from Smith.
Grimes tries for a takedown but Smith sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A swing and a miss from Smith.
Grimes shoots for a takedown but Smith saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Smith with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Smith changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Nice cross by Smith.
Smith lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering. #ROC2#Grimes is rocked!
Smith lands a body shot.
Smith scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Smith lands a nice looking body shot.
Smith fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Oh Grimes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smith drops Grimes with a naaaaasty hook - Grimes is in real trouble here! Smith dives in to side control and pounds out his opponent for a TKO victory! The crowd goes nuts!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rebel Smith!
Rebel Smith decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 15, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Grimes fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Yamabuki sprawls well initially but Grimes persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2#
Grimes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Yamabuki is defending against the submission attempts here by Grimes .
Yamabuki's coaches at Cozad MMA Tokyo have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Grimes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Grimes is looking for submissions but instead, Yamabuki has regained full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Grimes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grimes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Grimes forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Grimes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yamabuki is just riding it out for now. Grimes eventually gives up the hold.
Yamabuki on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Yamabuki tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Grimes is working for a kimura but Yamabuki is defending it quite comfortably.
Yamabuki is trying to stand back up but Grimes is controlling him #SUB2#
Grimes seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Grimes is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T2##SUB2#
Grimes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Grimes is working for a kimura but Yamabuki is defending it quite comfortably. #SUB2#
Grimes seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Yamabuki has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3##SUB2#
Grimes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Yamabuki sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Grimes is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Grimes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB2#
Grimes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yamabuki is just riding it out for now. Grimes eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Grimes is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T4##SUB2#
Grimes wants to work for an arm triangle but Yamabuki is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Grimes is trying for a kimura here. Yamabuki looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Grimes wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gunnar Grimes !
Gunnar Grimes decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1##TD2#
Grimes gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Cardona is defending against the submission attempts here by Grimes . #SUB2#
Grimes 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. #SUB2#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura but Cardona is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Grimes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #T1##SUB2#
Grimes is looking for a kimura but Cardona is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Grimes to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Grimes is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cardona doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Grimes . #SUB2#
Grimes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cardona sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Grimes is working for a kimura here but Cardona manages to reverse the position and he's now in Grimes 's guard. #SUB2#
Grimes had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Cardona defends it easily.
Cardona is stalling in the full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Grimes working for submissions but it's allowed Cardona to get to half guard. #SUB2#
Grimes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Cardona pulls his head out easily.
Grimes has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Grimes is looking for a sweep. Cardona is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Cardona seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Grimes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Cardona is taking a breather. Grimes 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Grimes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Grimes closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Grimes is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Cardona is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cardona tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Grimes is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cardona knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Grimes is trying to get an arm triangle but Cardona is defending well. #SUB2#
Grimes working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Grimes is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Cardona is trying to escape and Grimes transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Cardona is forced to tap! Nice work there by Grimes ! Very nice indeed!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Gunnar Grimes !
Gunnar Grimes decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 31, 2023

#R1##TD#
Grimes shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB2#
Matsunaga looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Grimes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Grimes is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Grimes 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.
Matsunaga is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Grimes seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Grimes pulls his head out easily. #T1#
Grimes moves into full mount! Matsunaga won't be happy about that! #SUB#
Grimes goes for an armbar but Matsunaga turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Matsunaga. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Matsunaga pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Matsunaga trying to control the position from guard on top but Grimes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Matsunaga's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Matsunaga works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Matsunaga passes into side control. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Grimes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is trying to get an arm triangle but Grimes is defending well.
Grimes is not content to let Matsunaga control the position. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Grimes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Grimes looking for a sweep but Matsunaga has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Grimes is looking to improve his position but Matsunaga isn't that keen on the idea.#T3##SUB2#
Matsunaga with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Grimes is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Grimes slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Matsunaga seems to be working for a kimura but Grimes defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Grimes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Matsunaga wants to lay and pray for a moment but Grimes keeps working. #SUB#
Grimes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matsunaga pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Grimes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Matsunaga pulls his head out easily. #T4##SUB2#
Matsunaga is looking for a kimura here. #SUB#
Grimes looking for subs from the bottom but Matsunaga mounts him!
Grimes is trying desperately to improve position.
Grimes sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Matsunaga seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Grimes does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Matsunaga is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Grimes !
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grimes really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Matsunaga can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Grimes is looking to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Futoshi Matsunaga will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Matsunaga tries to bum rush Grimes with a series of wild strikes but Grimes uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Matsunaga listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Grimes is trying hard to land a takedown here. Matsunaga sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Matsunaga but Matsunaga pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Grimes darts in looking for a takedown but Matsunaga gets double underhooks and turns Grimes into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grimes jumps guard but Matsunaga turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Grimes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Grimes fails to pull the fight into his guard. #BC2#
Matsunaga pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Matsunaga misses with a looping right.
Matsunaga lands with an uppercut that bounces Grimes off the cage and back into range.
Matsunaga displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Grimes .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Matsunaga lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Matsunaga lands with a right hand.
Grimes takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Matsunaga thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Grimes if he has to take too many more of those.
Matsunaga throws a quick inside leg kick.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown but Matsunaga shows good takedown defense. #T1##TD#
Grimes darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Grimes is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Grimes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Matsunaga is just riding it out for now. Grimes eventually gives up the hold.
Grimes is thwarting Matsunaga's attempts to control the position.
Matsunaga wants to improve his position but Grimes is controlling well. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Grimes pulls his head out easily.
Matsunaga has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2##SUB#
Grimes seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Matsunaga defends it well. #SUB#
Grimes seems to be working for a kimura but Matsunaga defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Grimes is working for a submission of some sort.
Matsunaga trying to hold on to Grimes 's head to control him but Grimes postures up. #SUB#
Grimes seems to be looking for submissions.
Matsunaga trying to control but Grimes postures up. #T3##SUB#
Grimes is looking for a kimura but Matsunaga is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Grimes to get the leverage.
Matsunaga is looking for a sweep. Grimes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Matsunaga is doing well to control the position and prevent Grimes from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura but Matsunaga is defending well. #SUB#
Grimes 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. #SUB#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Matsunaga has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Grimes 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. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Grimes is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Matsunaga doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Grimes . #SUB2#
Matsunaga looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Grimes is thwarting Matsunaga's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Matsunaga has managed to free his arm - good work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Futoshi Matsunaga showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Matsunaga cracks Grimes with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Grimes shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Matsunaga counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Matsunaga tests Grimes 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Grimes slips a jab and a cross from Matsunaga.
A slapping leg kick lands for Matsunaga.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Matsunaga sprawls well. Matsunaga wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Grimes gets slowly back to his feet.
Matsunaga misses with a jab, cross combination.
Matsunaga lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Futoshi Matsunaga seems to be getting the better of the standup.
The fighters circling - Matsunaga throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown but Matsunaga shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Matsunaga has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Grimes manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Matsunaga on his heels. He'll look to pass Matsunaga's guard now, I'm sure.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Grimes avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Matsunaga controls Grimes momentarily but Grimes frees himself.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Matsunaga looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Grimes is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Grimes is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Matsunaga is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Matsunaga has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Gunnar Grimes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Matsunaga pushes his legs off easily.
Matsunaga trying to control the position from guard on top but Grimes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Matsunaga gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Matsunaga is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2##SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Matsunaga pushes his legs off easily.
Grimes keeping full guard, as Matsunaga tries to pass. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Matsunaga pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB2#
Matsunaga drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Matsunaga jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Matsunaga passes into side control. #T3##SUB2#
Matsunaga thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Matsunaga tries for a kimura but Grimes is defending well.
Matsunaga advances to full mount.
Grimes is looking to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Matsunaga has control of Grimes 's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Grimes regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Grimes is squirming around, avoiding Matsunaga's attempts to control the action.
Futoshi Matsunaga is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Grimes is desperately trying to improve his position but Matsunaga has a good base and remains in mount.
Grimes sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back.
Gunnar Grimes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Matsunaga keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Matsunaga trying to control from half guard but Grimes is working away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Matsunaga 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.
Grimes missing with punches from the bottom.

And that's the end of the fight!
Futoshi Matsunaga comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Matsunaga 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Futoshi Matsunaga!
Futoshi Matsunaga decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WFC Rio de Janeiro 5
Date: Jul 22, 2023

#R1#
Grimes fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Grimes closes the distance and clinches up with Yamamoto, looking for a takedown. Grimes pushes Yamamoto against the cage but Yamamoto circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Grimes has a takedown stuffed.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grimes with a lazy takedown attempt
and Yamamoto counters with a head kick. That will keep Grimes thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Grimes .
Grimes looks for a takedown but Yamamoto sprawls well.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown but Yamamoto shows good takedown defense.
Grimes is breathing heavily.
Grimes swats away the attempt to clinch by Yamamoto.
Yamamoto stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Yamamoto wants it to stay on the feet.
Yamamoto is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Grimes is defended easily by Yamamoto.
Grimes circles away from the clinch attempt.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Yamamoto as he jumps to the side.
Yamamoto tries to clinch up.#T1##CL2#
Yamamoto moves into range and clinches up with Grimes .
Grimes takes an elbow to the forehead.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Grimes avoids a wild elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto tries to throw a body punch but Grimes avoids it by throwing Yamamoto back against the cage.
Yamamoto struggles to land a body shot inside as Grimes controls his hands.
Yamamoto lands an elbow inside. #CUT2#It looks like Gunnar Grimes has been cut.
Grimes fails to pull guard.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Grimes takes an elbow to the temple.
Grimes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yamamoto smiles and moves away.
Yamamoto is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Grimes swats away the attempt to clinch by Yamamoto.
Yamamoto moves in looking to clinch but Grimes pushes him off.
Yamamoto tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL2#
Yamamoto takes the fight into the clinch.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but Yamamoto has him pressed against the cage.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow.
Grimes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yamamoto just stands there and leans against the cage.#T2#
Grimes jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Yamamoto walks away with a smile on his face. Grimes gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL2#
Yamamoto closes the distance and clinches.
Yamamoto looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Yamamoto misses with a body punch.
Grimes jumps guard but Yamamoto stands there with Grimes around his waist. Grimes gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Grimes fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Grimes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yamamoto just stands there and leans against the cage.
Grimes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Grimes dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Grimes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Yamamoto lands a damaging elbow.
Grimes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Grimes takes an elbow to the forehead.
Yamamoto pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Yamamoto gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Grimes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yamamoto smiles and moves away.
Grimes shoots in looking for a takedown but Yamamoto manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Grimes 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Yamamoto closes the distance and clinches.
Grimes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yamamoto smiles and moves away. #T3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Grimes or perhaps it was just good defense by Yamamoto, which made it look bad.
Yamamoto tries to clinch but Grimes moves out of range.
Yamamoto has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#CL2#
Yamamoto moves into range and clinches up with Grimes .
A short body shot lands from Yamamoto as the two fighters clinch.
Yamamoto gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Grimes fails to pull guard.
Yamamoto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Yamamoto misses with a body punch.
Grimes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yamamoto just stands there and leans against the cage.
Yamamoto throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Grimes dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto.
Yamamoto presses Grimes against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Grimes jumps guard but Yamamoto turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Grimes dodges an elbow strike from Yamamoto. #TD#
Grimes jumps into guard, dragging Yamamoto to the mat.
Yamamoto has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Grimes is proving hard to escape from. #T4##SU2#
Yamamoto stands up from Grimes 's guard - Yamamoto perhaps looking for a knockout.
Grimes fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Grimes tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yamamoto sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Grimes somewhat.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice takedown defense from Yamamoto. No joy for Grimes on that attempt. #CL2#
Yamamoto gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Yamamoto won't allow it.
Grimes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yamamoto smiles and moves away. #CL2#
Yamamoto has taken the fight to the clinch.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Yamamoto to keep the fight standing.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rogerio Yamamoto dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Grimes 's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Yamamoto instigates a clinch.
Yamamoto looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but Yamamoto turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Yamamoto holds him up against the cage and eventually Grimes drops back down to his feet.
Grimes fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yamamoto throws an elbow that misses.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but Yamamoto has him pressed against the cage.
Yamamoto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but Yamamoto turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Grimes jumps guard.
Yamamoto has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB#
Grimes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yamamoto is aware though and is defending well.
Yamamoto wants to stand but Grimes has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU2#
Yamamoto stands up from Grimes 's guard - Yamamoto perhaps looking for a knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yamamoto scores with a head kick. #CL2#
Yamamoto forces Grimes back against the cage and clinches.
Yamamoto lands an elbow that stopped Grimes in his tracks for a moment.
With the fighters up against the cage, Yamamoto throws an elbow but misses. #T1#
Yamamoto tries to throw a body punch but Grimes avoids it by throwing Yamamoto back against the cage.
Grimes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Yamamoto smiles and moves away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Grimes is defended easily by Yamamoto.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Grimes dives in and grabs Yamamoto's left leg, looking for a takedown. Yamamoto pushes down on Grimes 's head and hops out.
Rogerio Yamamoto is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yamamoto tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Grimes shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Grimes circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Yamamoto has taken the fight to the clinch.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Yamamoto.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked. #TD#
Grimes jumps guard. #SU2#
Yamamoto decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Grimes , up you get!
Yamamoto tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Yamamoto leaves Grimes with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Yamamoto raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Yamamoto looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2#
Yamamoto wants to clinch.
Grimes appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#CL2#
Yamamoto fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Grimes , pushing him back against the cage.
Yamamoto tries to throw a body punch but Grimes avoids it by throwing Yamamoto back against the cage.
Yamamoto creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Grimes 's defenses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#TD#
Grimes pulls Yamamoto into guard.
Yamamoto must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Grimes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yamamoto is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SU2#
Yamamoto decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Grimes , up you get!
Yamamoto throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Yamamoto fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yamamoto fails with an attempt to clinch.
Grimes swats away the attempt to clinch by Yamamoto.
Grimes tries to counter with a takedown but Yamamoto is quick to defend against it.
No luck for Grimes with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Yamamoto fails with an attempt to clinch.
Yamamoto doesn't manage to clinch there - Grimes circles away.
Yamamoto fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rogerio Yamamoto seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Yamamoto as he avoids it easily.
Yamamoto tries to clinch up.#CL2#
Yamamoto drives through and clinches with Grimes against the cage.
Yamamoto doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Grimes jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Yamamoto walks away with a smile on his face. Grimes gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Grimes misses with a takedown attempt - Yamamoto sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Yamamoto fails in his attempt to clinch. #CL2#
Yamamoto moves into the clinch.#TD#
Grimes jumps into guard, dragging Yamamoto to the mat. #SU2#
Yamamoto stands up from guard. Let's bang!
The fight stays on the outside here - Yamamoto looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Yamamoto drives through and clinches with Grimes against the cage.
Grimes is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Yamamoto to keep the fight standing.#T4#
Yamamoto creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Grimes 's defenses.
Yamamoto misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Yamamoto creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Grimes 's defenses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Grimes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Yamamoto comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Yamamoto lands a damaging elbow.
Grimes fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Grimes tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Yamamoto just stands there and leans against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Yamamoto.
Rogerio Yamamoto seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Grimes jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Yamamoto walks away with a smile on his face. Grimes gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Yamamoto tries to close the distance and clinch up but Grimes swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Grimes circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gunnar Grimes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Grimes tries to keep at a distance but Yamamoto has taken the fight into the clinch.
Yamamoto misses with a body punch.
Yamamoto throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Grimes tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Yamamoto misses with a punch to the body.
Yamamoto misses with a body punch.
Grimes blocks a body shot from Yamamoto.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Rogerio Yamamoto showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Gunnar Grimes '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.#R3##CL2#
Yamamoto drives through and clinches with Grimes against the cage.
Yamamoto throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Grimes jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Yamamoto walks away with a smile on his face. Grimes gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Grimes shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Yamamoto pinned against the cage. Yamamoto gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Yamamoto lands with a kick to the temple. Grimes shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Grimes tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yamamoto sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Grimes somewhat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yamamoto tries to close the distance and clinch but Grimes swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes tries to score a power double leg takedown but Yamamoto sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Grimes somewhat.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Grimes shoots in looking for a takedown but Yamamoto manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Grimes 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#CL2#
Yamamoto closes the distance and pushes Grimes back into the cage.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Yamamoto won't allow it.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Yamamoto won't allow it. #T1#
Yamamoto lands an elbow that stopped Grimes in his tracks for a moment.
Yamamoto lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Yamamoto pushes off an throws an elbow but Grimes leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Yamamoto creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Grimes 's defenses.
Grimes takes an elbow to the forehead.
Yamamoto lands a nice elbow. #ROC2#Grimes is rocked!#CUT2#Gunnar Grimes 's cut is getting worse.
Yamamoto lands an elbow just above Grimes 's eye.
Oh Grimes is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Yamamoto has Grimes pressed against the cage. He pushes Grimes back and as he springs towards him off the cage, Yamamoto throws a beautiful elbow that sends Grimes crashing to the floor! Yamamoto piles on the pressure with more strikes! Grimes is flailing away but he's not defending himself and the referee steps in to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rogerio Yamamoto!
Rogerio Yamamoto is the new featherweight champion!
Rogerio Yamamoto very nearly forgot to thank NARCOS amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 11, 2023

#R1#
Decker throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Grimes 's head.
Grimes fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Decker avoids it really well and circles away.
We've been hearing reports that Grimes has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Decker throws a head kick but Grimes moves out of range.
Grimes shoots in looking for a takedown. Decker tries to sprawl out of it but Grimes keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Decker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Grimes is defended easily by Decker.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Decker lands with a kick to the temple. Grimes shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Grimes tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Decker defends well and Grimes ends up having to push Decker into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Decker holds him up against the cage and eventually Grimes drops back down to his feet.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Decker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Grimes pulls guard successfully.
Grimes can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Decker controls the pace.
Decker tries to free his leg and advance position but Grimes is retaining full guard.
Decker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1##SUB#
Grimes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Decker defends well.#SUB#
Grimes throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Decker's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Decker works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Decker defends it easily. #SUB#
Grimes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Decker doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Decker manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2##SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Decker from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Decker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Decker told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Decker really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Grimes . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Decker defends it easily. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Decker pushes his legs off easily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Decker engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T3##SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Decker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle here but Decker uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Decker trying to control the position but Grimes is working away.
Grimes is looking for a sweep.
Grimes is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Decker off and has taken his back!
Decker looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Grimes looking for the rear naked choke. And he's got it! Decker taps!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Gunnar Grimes !
Gunnar Grimes decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 08, 2023

#R1##TD#
Grimes changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Richards looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Grimes is trying to get an arm triangle but Richards is defending well.
Grimes advances to full mount. #SUB#
Grimes working for a submission here. He's tucked his head under his opponent's arm, looking for an arm triangle. He's hopped off into side control, looking to tighten the submission... is it going to work? He's given up a good position looking for it. Richards looks OK. Oh, I spoke too soon, he's out! That must have been tighter than I thought! Excellent work there by Grimes ! Submission of the night perhaps?

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gunnar Grimes !
Gunnar Grimes decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: WVT 79: Surianglek v Corassa 2
Date: Mar 10, 2023

#R1##CL#
Grimes clinches up against the cage.
Nouveau is trying to stall. #TD#
Grimes decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Grimes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nouveau doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nouveau manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Nouveau working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Nouveau defends easily. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Nouveau pushes his legs off easily.
Nouveau trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nouveau is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Nouveau with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nouveau distracts Grimes with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#SUB#
Nouveau got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grimes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nouveau has managed to get both his arms back between Grimes 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Nouveau avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T1#
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Nouveau from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Nouveau defends easily. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle here but Nouveau uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Nouveau trying to control the action but Grimes is working from the bottom.
Grimes is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Grimes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Brotherhood MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SU2#
Nouveau decides to stand up, so the ref orders Grimes to his feet. #T2#
Nouveau keeps the fight on the outside.
Nouveau is looking for the big counter here.#TD2#
Nouveau bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Grimes is looking for a sweep.
Nouveau working the ground and pound. #SUB2#
Nouveau is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Grimes has escaped the position, nice work there.
Nouveau staying calm.
Grimes tries to buck Nouveau off but Nouveau is having none of it.
Nouveau trying to control the position but Grimes is working away.
Grimes is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Grimes is working hard here to advance position.
Nouveau trying to control the action but Grimes is working from the bottom.
Grimes is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nouveau off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Grimes working for the choke.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Grimes tightening his grip on Nouveau, looking for the choke.
Nouveau trying to get back to his feet but Grimes is in full control for now. #SUB#
Grimes is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts. #T4##SUB#
Grimes working for a choke but Nouveau is defending well. #SUB#
Grimes working for a choke but Nouveau reverses nicely into Grimes 's guard.
Nouveau wants to control from the top but Grimes keeps moving. #SUB#
Grimes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Nouveau is looking to stand up but Grimes won't let him.
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Nouveau from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nouveau gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Theodore Nouveau will probably get the nod.
That's time! Grimes 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Grimes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL2#
Nouveau rushes Grimes and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Grimes successfully pulls guard.
Nouveau trying to stand up but can't free himself from Grimes 's guard.
Nouveau pushing down on Grimes 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Grimes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nouveau pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Nouveau moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Grimes .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes tries to bench press Nouveau off him but Nouveau keeps the position.
Nouveau trying to control the position but Grimes is working away. #T1#
Nouveau just content to control the position.
Theodore Nouveau has got the better of the ground game so far.
Nouveau has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Grimes !#SUB2#
Nouveau is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Grimes is surviving well by controlling Nouveau's body position as best he can.
Nouveau prevents Grimes from getting the reversal.
Grimes manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Nouveau is trying to control. Grimes wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Nouveau moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Grimes .
Nouveau scores with punches from side control.
Grimes is trying to get back to half guard.
Grimes regains half guard.#T2#
Grimes tries to get to full guard but Nouveau has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
It looks like Nouveau is going to stand back up. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Nouveau takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Nouveau is trying to control the action in half guard but Grimes is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nouveau stalling. #SUB2#
Nouveau is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Grimes doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Nouveau. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3##SUB2#
Nouveau is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Grimes defends it well.
Nouveau trying to control the action but Grimes is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Nouveau is trying for a kimura here. Grimes looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Nouveau wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Theodore Nouveau!
Theodore Nouveau looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Im coming for you, girls'.

Event: TD 14
Date: Jan 27, 2023

#R1#
Grimes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lapierre swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lapierre swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lapierre throws a lazy right hand but Grimes sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Grimes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lapierre swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Grimes clinches up against the cage.
Grimes jumps guard but Lapierre stands there with Grimes around his waist. Grimes gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Lapierre forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
We've been hearing reports that Grimes has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2#
Grimes is fighting off a takedown attempt but Lapierre is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Grimes to the mat. Grimes regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#SUB2#
Lapierre thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Grimes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lapierre doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lapierre manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lapierre defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Lapierre's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lapierre works his way back into a safe position though.#T1##SUB#
Grimes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lapierre defends well.#SUB#
Grimes is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Lapierre defends easily. #SUB#
Grimes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lapierre doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lapierre manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Grimes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lapierre is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Lapierre defends it easily. #T2##SUB#
Grimes is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Lapierre defends well.#SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Grimes had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lapierre defends it easily.#SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Lapierre defends it easily. #SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lapierre gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3##SUB2#
Lapierre drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lapierre jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Lapierre got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grimes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lapierre has managed to get both his arms back between Grimes 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Grimes will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Lapierre's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lapierre works his way back into a safe position though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Grimes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lapierre doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lapierre manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Lapierre defends easily. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lapierre is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Grimes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lapierre can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lapierre jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
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 Gunnar Grimes 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#
Lapierre throws out a loose jab but Grimes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lapierre keeps the fight on the outside.
Lapierre throws out a counter right but Grimes avoids it with no problem.
Grimes tries to clinch up.
Grimes tries to clinch there but Lapierre circles away.
Grimes closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lapierre circles away.
Lapierre looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Grimes misses with a takedown
and Lapierre connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Grimes moves in looking to clinch but Lapierre pushes him off.
Grimes fails with an attempt to clinch. #CL#
Grimes drives through and clinches with Lapierre against the cage. #TD#
Grimes ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Grimes no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Lapierre got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grimes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lapierre has managed to get both his arms back between Grimes 's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard. #SUB#
Lapierre got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grimes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lapierre has managed to get both his arms back between Grimes 's legs - danger averted.#T1##SUB#
Lapierre got a little sloppy there for a moment and Grimes has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Lapierre has managed to get both his arms back between Grimes 's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Lapierre pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lapierre gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Lapierre defends easily. #SUB#
Grimes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lapierre can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Lapierre drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lapierre jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Lapierre defends easily. #SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Lapierre defends it easily. #SUB2#
Lapierre is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard. #T3##SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Lapierre defends easily. #SUB#
Grimes throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Lapierre defends easily. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Lapierre's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lapierre works his way back into a safe position though.
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 Gunnar Grimes will probably get the nod.
That's time! Grimes 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Grimes darts in looking for a takedown but Lapierre gets double underhooks and turns Grimes into the cage.
Grimes tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Lapierre smiles and moves away.
Grimes tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Lapierre looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Grimes fails in his attempt to clinch.
Grimes wants to clinch but Lapierre slips to the side
and Lapierre counters with a nice uppercut.
Grimes moves away from the strike by Lapierre.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Grimes is defended easily by Lapierre.
It seemed like Lapierre was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gunnar Grimes . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Grimes is looking to clinch but Lapierre is avoiding it.
Lapierre throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes shoots in for a takedown but Lapierre shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lapierre looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL#
Grimes drives through and clinches with Lapierre against the cage. #TD#
Grimes decides to pull guard.
Grimes wants to sweep here but Lapierre controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a guillotine here but Lapierre defends easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1##SUB2#
Lapierre thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Lapierre thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard. #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.#SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Lapierre pushes his legs off easily. #SUB2#
Lapierre is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Lapierre is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Grimes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Lapierre can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gunnar Grimes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3##SUB#
Grimes is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Lapierre defends it easily. #SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Lapierre jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lapierre gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard. #SUB#
Grimes escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lapierre gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Verney Lapierre has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Lapierre drops back looking for a leg! Grimes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grimes manages to kick Lapierre off! Lapierre jumps back into Grimes 's guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Verney Lapierre comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Grimes 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 Alyssa Summers scores the fight 29:29
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Gunnar Grimes !
Our winner, Gunnar Grimes , 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: TD 7
Date: Nov 30, 2022

#R1##CL2#
Grimes has managed to clinch. #TD#
Breaker has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Grimes clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Grimes tries to escape but Breaker has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Breaker 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, Grimes has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grimes breaks Breaker's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard. #SUB2#
Grimes has gone for a leg lock! Breaker slips out almost immediately though and dives into Grimes 's guard.#REVR#
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
Breaker is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Grimes has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Breaker is looking to defend but Grimes has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Breaker! Grimes pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Breaker taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gunnar Grimes !
A relieved looking Gunnar Grimes 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: PFC Fight Night
Date: Aug 27, 2022

#R1##CL#
Grimes moves into the clinch.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Lopez forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Lopez has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Grimes tries to pull guard but Lopez won't allow it. #TD2#
Lopez pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Grimes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grimes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lopez is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Grimes is controlling him. #SUB#
Grimes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grimes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lopez controls Grimes momentarily but Grimes frees himself.
Lopez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Grimes is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Lopez working for a triangle but Grimes defends it easily. #T1##SUB#
Grimes is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Grimes might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Grimes thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Grimes is pushing down on Lopez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lopez is fighting to maintain full guard but Grimes has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB#
Grimes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lopez trying to hold on to Grimes 's head to control him but Grimes postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Grimes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Lopez is looking for a sweep. Grimes is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T2#
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.#SUB#
Grimes is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lopez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Grimes . #SUB#
Grimes 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. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a kimura but Lopez is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Grimes to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Lopez looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lopez has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Lopez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lopez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Grimes stops Lopez from standing up.
Lopez 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.#SUB#
Grimes drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Grimes jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Grimes wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position.
Lopez trying to control the position. #SUB#
Grimes drops back looking for a leg! Lopez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lopez manages to kick Grimes off! Grimes jumps back into Lopez's guard. #SUB#
Grimes drops back looking for a leg! Lopez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lopez manages to kick Grimes off! Grimes jumps back into Lopez's guard. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Grimes looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Grimes drops back, looking for a kneebar! Lopez looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Lopez looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Lopez! #REVB#
Grimes is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.
Lopez wants to take a breather but Grimes is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Grimes dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2##CL#
Grimes clinches up with Lopez and pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Grimes decides to pull guard. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Lopez pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Lopez avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lopez trying to control the position from guard on top but Grimes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Lopez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lopez works his way back into a safe position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Lopez defends it easily.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Grimes keeps moving. #T1#
Lopez might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Grimes haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Lopez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lopez accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lopez throws a big right hand that misses.
Grimes keeping moving, preventing Lopez from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Lopez trying to control but Grimes is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Lopez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lopez works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Grimes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lopez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lopez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Grimes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lopez controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Grimes has his foot on Lopez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lopez works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Lopez pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Grimes is looking for a triangle but Lopez pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Grimes looking for subs off his back but Lopez has passed one foot through into half guard. #T3##SUB#
Grimes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lopez pulls his head out easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.
Lopez wants to control but Grimes is keeping him busy.
Grimes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lopez can do to turn this around?
Grimes tries to roll over but Lopez keeps him under control.
Grimes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Brotherhood MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB#
Grimes looking for a kimura from the bottom but Lopez passes into side control!
Grimes is not content to let Lopez control the position.
Lopez controlling the position from side mount. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Grimes is trying to get back to half guard.
Lopez wants to control but Grimes is keeping him busy.
Grimes is looking to reverse the position.
Grimes is not content to let Lopez control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Grimes is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Gunnar Grimes dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3##TD#
Grimes drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Grimes drops back looking for a leg! Lopez is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Lopez manages to kick Grimes off! Grimes jumps back into Lopez's guard.
Grimes won't allow Lopez to sweep him here.
Lopez controls Grimes momentarily but Grimes frees himself. #SUB#
Grimes drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Lopez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Grimes has Lopez in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Grimes has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Lopez doesn't defend quickly enough and Grimes has managed to lock this one up! Can Lopez escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Grimes on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gunnar Grimes !
Gunnar Grimes seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: TWGC 37 (155lbs, D2): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 19, 2022

176 cm
21 yrs
155 lbs

180 cm
30 yrs
162 lbs

Grimes

Sekera

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Gunnar Grimes ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Pavel Sekera!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Percy O'Donnell.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Sekera tries to keep at a distance but Grimes has taken the fight into the clinch.
Grimes fails to pull guard. #TD#
Grimes gets control of Sekera's arms and successfully pulls guard. Grimes will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Grimes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sekera passes Grimes 's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sekera wants to pass the guard but Grimes is defending well.
Sekera is controlling the pace. #SUB#
Grimes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grimes moves into full guard.
Sekera wants to control from the top but Grimes keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Grimes had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sekera defends it easily.
Sekera slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Grimes actively working from the bottom here.
Sekera frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Score +3 for passing guard: Grimes (0) vs (3) Sekera
Sekera looking to control and managing it successfully.
Grimes tries to reverse the position but Sekera maintains control.
Sekera takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Grimes is wriggling around trying to escape.
Sekera looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sekera tries to control but Grimes wriggling away. #T2#
Sekera is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Sekera prevents Grimes from getting the reversal.
Grimes is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Sekera working for a guillotine from mount but Grimes is in no mood to give up.
Grimes sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Sekera works his way into full mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Grimes (0) vs (6) Sekera
Grimes keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Sekera wants to take Grimes 's back here but Grimes is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Grimes working to try and regain half guard. #T3#
Grimes is trying to reverse the position but instead Sekera has taken his back - oops!
Score +3 for taking back: Grimes (0) vs (9) Sekera
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sekera's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Grimes is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Brotherhood MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Grimes showing good submission defense here.
Grimes can't escape the position.
Sekera trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Grimes is in bad spot here. #SUB2#
Grimes preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Sekera.
Good control from Sekera.
Grimes tries to escape the position. #T4#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sekera has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Grimes 's body.
Grimes breaks Sekera's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Grimes (2) vs (9) Sekera#SUB#
Grimes drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sekera looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sekera looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sekera!
Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Grimes (2) vs (13) Sekera#SUB2#
Grimes is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sekera's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Sekera! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Grimes has tapped! This one is allllll over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Pavel Sekera!
A very excited looking Pavel Sekera 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: AFC 9: Regulator vs Slaissi
Date: Jun 25, 2022

#R1##TD#
Grimes gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Grimes seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB#
Grimes wants to work for an arm triangle but Soria is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura but Soria is defending well. #SUB#
Grimes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Soria has managed to free his arm - good work.
Soria tries to get to full guard but Grimes has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Grimes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Soria is just riding it out for now. Grimes eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Grimes seems to be working for a kimura but Soria defends the submission attempt.#T1##SUB#
Grimes is trying for a kimura here. Soria looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Grimes wins by kimura!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Gunnar Grimes !
Gunnar Grimes retains his lightweight title!
An out of breath Gunnar Grimes thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: AFC 8: Bone vs Regulator
Date: Jun 11, 2022

#R1#
Nice sprawl there from Ward as Grimes shoots in.
Ward unleashes a big counter combination but Grimes bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Ward stuffs the takedown.
Ward 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.#CL#
Grimes gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Grimes successfully pulls guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB#
Grimes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ward trying to control but Grimes is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Grimes has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Ward should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Grimes has tightened it up now! Ward should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Gunnar Grimes !
An out of breath Gunnar Grimes thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: AFC 7: Adlehyde vs Grayson
Date: Jun 04, 2022

#R1##CL#
Grimes pushes Dollars up against the cage in a clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Dollars has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Dollars wants to get back to striking at distance but Grimes won't allow it.
Grimes fails to pull guard. #TD#
Grimes pulls guard effortlessly. #SUB#
Grimes looking for a triangle here. Dollars is fighting it but it looks tight! Grimes pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Dollars is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Gunnar Grimes !
Gunnar Grimes is the new lightweight champion!
An out of breath Gunnar Grimes thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.

Event: AFC 6: Rize vs Bone
Date: May 28, 2022

#R1#
Simbolon throws the left hand but Grimes avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Grimes clinches. #TD#
Grimes jumps into guard, dragging Simbolon to the mat.
Simbolon trying to control but Grimes is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Grimes working for a triangle but Simbolon defends it easily. #SUB#
Grimes is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Simbolon frees his head nicely. Oh but Grimes has switched to an armbar! Simbolon is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Gunnar Grimes !
Our winner, Gunnar Grimes , 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: CDFC 31: Havoc vs Special
Date: Mar 25, 2022

#R1##TD#
Jimmy shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Durall napping and manages to drive through into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Durall is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Jimmy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Durall knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Jimmy thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jimmy has hold of Durall's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Durall seems comfortable defending it but Jimmy has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Durall is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Durall is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Jimmy couldn't care less - he's delighted!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Little Jimmy!
Little Jimmy seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: CDFC 22: Baltaretu vs Slice
Date: Feb 05, 2022

#R1##CL#
Jimmy clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Jimmy successfully pulls guard. #SUB#
Jimmy pushes a forearm under Guerra's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Guerra is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Little Jimmy!
Little Jimmy decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: CDFC 10: Biko vs Cortez
Date: Dec 11, 2021

#R1#
Jimmy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Allan Jr defends it nicely.#CL#
Allan Jr closes the distance and clinches. #TD#
Allan Jr gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Allan Jr has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Allan Jr is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Allan Jr is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Jimmy has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Allan Jr is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jimmy is just riding it out for now. Allan Jr eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Jimmy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Jimmy is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Allan Jr is tapping! Great win for Jimmy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Little Jimmy!
A relieved looking Little Jimmy 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: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 05, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Lahitnen looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Jimmy!
Jimmy is trying to improve his position.
Lahitnen advances to mount.
Jimmy slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Jimmy actively working from the bottom here.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Lahitnen connects with a nice short shot to Jimmy's temple.
Lahitnen working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Jimmy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Jimmy has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Lahitnen. Oh but Jimmy has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Lahitnen goes limp - he's gone! Jimmy jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Little Jimmy!
During a confident post fight interview, Little Jimmy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 30, 2021

#R1##TD2#
Maker shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Maker looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Jimmy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Maker pulls his head out easily.
Jimmy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Maker is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Maker prevents Jimmy from improving his position.#SUB2#
Maker is working for a submission of some sort. #SUB#
Jimmy looking for submissions off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Jimmy has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Maker. Oh but Jimmy has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Maker goes limp - he's gone! Jimmy jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Little Jimmy!
Little Jimmy decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 27, 2021

#R1#
Jimmy shoots in for a takedown but Peters shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD#
Peters shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Peters was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Jimmy sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Jimmy looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Jimmy looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Jimmy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Jimmy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Peters pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Jimmy has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Peters. Oh but Jimmy has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Peters goes limp - he's gone! Jimmy jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Little Jimmy!
After the fight, Little Jimmy was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 21, 2021

#R1#
Cena displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Jimmy. #CL2#
Cena moves into range and clinches up with Jimmy.
Jimmy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Cena smiles and moves away.
Nice takedown defense from Cena. No joy for Jimmy on that attempt.
Cena tries to counter with a clinch but Jimmy shakes him off and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Little Jimmy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Jimmy tries to clinch but Cena moves away
and Cena counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Cena swats away the attempt to clinch by Jimmy.
Jimmy shoots and misses #CL2#
and Cena moves into the clinch.
Jimmy tries to pull guard but Cena holds him up against the cage and eventually Jimmy drops back down to his feet.
Jimmy tries to pull guard but Cena won't allow it.
Cena lands a body shot in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jimmy is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Cena to keep the fight standing.
Jimmy tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Cena smiles and moves away.
Jimmy tries to score a power double leg takedown but Cena sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Jimmy somewhat.
Cena shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Jimmy eats them both and turns towards Cena to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT2#It looks like Little Jimmy has been cut.
Jimmy definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Jimmy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Cena counters with a one-two to the body.
Jimmy wants to clinch#TD2#
and Cena counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Jimmy! #ROC2#Jimmy is rocked!
Jimmy tries to improve position but can't.
Oh Jimmy is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Jimmy is trying to escape the position but Cena is controlling the position.
Jimmy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Cena taking a breather here.
Cena scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Jimmy to see if he's OK.
Jimmy seems to have got his legs back now.
Cena in side control lands a decent elbow.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cena is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Jimmy will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Jimmy is looking to reverse the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#T2#
Cena really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Jimmy. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Cena cracks Jimmy with a big right hand but Jimmy just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Jimmy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Cena wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Jimmy manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Jimmy blocks the strikes from Cena. #SUB#
Jimmy maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Cena could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Jimmy has cracked it and Cena is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Jimmy!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Little Jimmy!
Little Jimmy was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 18, 2021

#R1##CL#
Jimmy moves into the clinch successfully. #TD#
Jimmy pulls guard successfully. #SUB#
Jimmy has his feet on Cera's thighs here. He's pushed Cera off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Cera screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Little Jimmy!
Little Jimmy looked relieved post fight as he said the following; '"Jamaican Love" is finally here, and he's here to stay! I will see you at the top my friends, nobody is safe. *throws up peace signs in celebration*'.

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