Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: NYF 92: Perry vs Kakuzo II
Date: Nov 23, 2024

#R1#
Kakuzo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Perry is fending him off so far but Kakuzo persists. Nope, Perry circles away and we're back to standing.
Kakuzo is looking to land body kicks.
Kakuzo lands a leg kick that knocks Perry off balance momentarily.
Perry moves away from the strike by Kakuzo.
Nice body kick from Kakuzo.
A nice leg kick lands there from Perry.
Decent striking displayed by Kakuzo there.
Perry avoids the head kick by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Kakuzo has his takedown stuffed
and Perry cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
Kakuzo scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakuzo throws an elbow but Perry slips to the side and avoids it well.
Perry is working to avoid the ground and pound but Kakuzo connects with a decent elbow.
Perry defending against the ground and pound. #T1#
The strikes coming from Kakuzo are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Perry stuck in half guard on the bottom here.#SUB2#
Kakuzo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Perry, who protects the arm well.
Kakuzo working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kakuzo is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Perry's shoulder. That is not cool.
Kakuzo lands a nice forearm strike.
Kakuzo scoring with punches and elbows.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakuzo throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Perry manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Perry tries to roll over but Kakuzo keeps him under control.#T2#
Kakuzo scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Perry keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Kakuzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Perry's head.
Kakuzo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Perry defending well though.
Perry is trying to maintain the position but Kakuzo is very close to passing his half guard.
Kakuzo throwing shots but Perry is blocking nicely.
Kakuzo is trying to control. Perry wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Perry avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kakuzo. #SUB2#
Kakuzo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #T3#
Perry blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo winds up and cracks Perry with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kakuzo with the ground and pound but Perry uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Kakuzo throws an elbow that misses. Perry uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kakuzo's guard. Nice move by Perry!#REVR##SUB2#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Perry passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back.
Kakuzo is trying to control but can't. #T4#
The fighters are battling for position here. Kakuzo manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Perry won't allow Kakuzo to sweep him here.
Perry slips nicely into half guard.
Kakuzo has a hand on Perry's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Perry takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Kakuzo really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kakuzo has given up his back here.
Perry gets his hands free as Kakuzo looks to control.
Perry has the hooks in. Kakuzo is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Perry throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Kakuzo misses with a straight left.
Kakuzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Perry fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kakuzo just manages to avoid it.
Kakuzo throws a good cross that connects.
Kakuzo defending well as Perry loads up on a big left hand.
Kakuzo has a takedown stuffed.
Kakuzo lands a leg kick that knocks Perry off balance momentarily.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perry keeps Kakuzo at a distance using the push kick.
Kakuzo finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kakuzo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kakuzo fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Perry is out of range.
Perry was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Perry throws a wild body kick that Kakuzo sees coming a mile off.
Perry throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T1#
Perry lands a slapping body shot.
Perry cracks Kakuzo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#TD2#
Kakuzo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Perry's guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakuzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kakuzo with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Kakuzo stands over his opponent and dives in with a flying punch! Perry throws up his legs and catches Kakuzo in a triangle! Oh this looks tight! Kakuzo tries to escape but he's forced to tap! Wow, fantastic work there by Perry! That came out of nowhere!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:43 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Kawainui Perry!
Kawainui Perry retains his welterweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Kawainui Perry thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: NYF 89: Zigaro vs Georgijevic
Date: Oct 26, 2024

#R1#
White blocks a head kick by Kakuzo.
White is looking for a counter combo.
Kakuzo avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #TD2#
Kakuzo gets the takedown into side control.

White explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #TD2#
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
White pushes Kakuzo off looking to stand but Kakuzo dives back in and keeps control.
Kakuzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kakuzo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kakuzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kakuzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kakuzo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kakuzo trying to pass the guard but White defending well.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kakuzo looks to land a strike but White avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
White is looking to stand up but Kakuzo isn't so interested in that idea.
Kakuzo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Kakuzo prevents White from getting back to his feet.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kakuzo's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kakuzo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
White has momentary wrist control but Kakuzo slips an elbow through the middle.
Kakuzo makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
White avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
White keeping moving, preventing Kakuzo from controlling successfully. #T2#
Kakuzo postures up in White's guard and throws a big left but White blocks it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakuzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
White wants to stand and escape but Kakuzo is having none of it.
Kakuzo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kakuzo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as White works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Kakuzo trying to control but White is working from the bottom.
White is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Kakuzo sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kakuzo wants to control from the top but White keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
White looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T3#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Kakuzo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A jab from Kakuzo finds it's way through White's defenses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Kakuzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as White throws out the jab.
White misses with a wild combination.
Kakuzo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Good exchange - Kakuzo coming out on top.
Kakuzo tries for a takedown but White sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
White is looking for a counter combo.
White lands a slapping body shot. #CL2#
Kakuzo darts in and clinches White up against the ropes.
Kakuzo throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kakuzo blocks an uppercut.
White blocks the elbow strike.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but White holds him up against the ropes and eventually Kakuzo drops back down to his feet.
A battle for position here, against the ropes.#T4#
White swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakuzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
White tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakuzo's elbow.
White working some nice short punches in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
White with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kakuzo blocks an uppercut.
White tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakuzo's elbow.
Kakuzo takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo tries a body shot but White blocks it.
White working aggressively here.
Kakuzo lands an elbow inside.
Kakuzo swings wildly with an uppercut but White uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakuzo dodges an elbow strike from White.
A head punch blocked on the inside by White.
White blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A knee to the head by White.
Kakuzo misses with a body punch.
Knees to the body from White.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Nakagome Kakuzo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Jab by White.
White looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kakuzo fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt White.
White misses with the combination.
White moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakuzo scores with a shot to the body.
Kakuzo stuns White with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kakuzo slips under a jab.
Kakuzo was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Kakuzo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kakuzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
White appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kakuzo throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #CL#
Kakuzo tries to keep at a distance but White has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD2#
Kakuzo turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakuzo throwing shots but missing, from side control.
White is trying to buck Kakuzo off.
Kakuzo working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter. #T1#
White parries the strikes from Kakuzo easily there. Kakuzo is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable White to escape.
Kakuzo creates some space and throws a big elbow, but White sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
White wants to get back to his feet but Kakuzo drags him back down.
Kakuzo throws an elbow but White slips to the side and avoids it well.
Kakuzo trying to control the action but White is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo misses with the ground and pound.
White is trying to buck Kakuzo off.
Kakuzo connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused White some visible discomfort.
White dodges the ground and pound from Kakuzo.
White seems a little lost for a moment, as Kakuzo dominates the positioning.#T2##SUB2#
Kakuzo is working to tighten his grip on White's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. White has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Kakuzo is really squeezing tight and eventually White passes out! Kakuzo breaks the hold and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF Fight Night 43
Date: Oct 02, 2024

#R1#
Tucker takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kakuzo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kakuzo throws a front kick aimed at Tucker's knee but Tucker avoids it well.
Kakuzo throws a sloppy head kick and Tucker moves out of range easily.
Tucker misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Kakuzo throws a lazy head kick
enabling Tucker to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Tucker's head.
Kakuzo connects with a single shot there.
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Tucker appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Tucker takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Nice straight punches there by Tucker. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Tucker.
Tucker throws a hook to the side of Kakuzo's head but Kakuzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tucker moves out of range of the strikes.
Tucker ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakuzo throws a low kick but Tucker avoids it.#T1#
Kakuzo avoids the head kick by Tucker.
Jeffrey Tucker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Kakuzo throws a lazy head kick
and Tucker counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Kakuzo attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakuzo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakuzo throws an off balance right hand
and Tucker counters with a good low kick that Kakuzo was not able to check. #TD2#
Kakuzo bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Tucker managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Kakuzo working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Kakuzo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Tucker is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Kakuzo working away.#T2#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tucker keeps working.
Tucker parries the strikes from Kakuzo easily there. Kakuzo is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Tucker to escape.
Tucker struggling a bit here.
Tucker is looking for a sweep.
Kakuzo is looking to take a break and control but Tucker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tucker is trying to escape the position but Kakuzo is controlling the position.
Kakuzo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Kakuzo is looking to take a break and control but Tucker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kakuzo throwing strikes but missing, from side control. #T3#
Kakuzo is looking to take a break and control but Tucker is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tucker is trying to improve his position.
Tucker is not content to let Kakuzo control the position.
Kakuzo throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Kakuzo lands some shots froms side control.
Kakuzo trying to control the position but Tucker is working away. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Kakuzo working the ground and pound.
Tucker is looking to regain half guard here but Kakuzo keeps moving and retains side control.
Kakuzo cracks Tucker with a big elbow.
Tucker tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kakuzo with the ground and pound but Tucker regains half guard under the barage of strikes.
Kakuzo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Tucker avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kakuzo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
That's time! Tucker's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Kakuzo misses with a straight right.
Tucker appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Kakuzo gets a double leg takedown into Tucker's guard.
Tucker wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kakuzo manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Kakuzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tucker's head.
Kakuzo uses his free foot to push down on Tucker's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Tucker.
Kakuzo unloading with bombs!
Kakuzo scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Tucker wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Kakuzo.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakuzo connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Kakuzo trying to control but Tucker is having none of it. #T1#
Kakuzo raining down shots from the mount!
Kakuzo landing strikes from the mount and Tucker is in trouble! #ROC2#Tucker is rocked!
Kakuzo postures up and throws a couple of big shots that have Tucker in real trouble here! The ref calls for Tucker to improve his position which he doesn't do, so the referee has no choice but to end the fight due to the strikes!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF 81: Kramer vs Holton
Date: Aug 31, 2024

#R1#
Some bone on bone action there as Perry checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
And Perry responds with a good body kick, but Kakuzo manages to step out the way in time.
A good leg kick by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Perry.
An attempted straight right counter from Kakuzo misses the target.
Kakuzo closes the distance but Perry moves to the side
and Perry counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Perry throws a head kick but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Perry checks a leg kick.
Kakuzo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakuzo throws a right hand that misses
and Perry counters with an inside leg kick.
Perry misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakuzo.
Perry takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo moves to clinch but Perry breaks away
and Perry counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Perry's head backwards.
A big left from Kakuzo misses.
Kakuzo scores with a punch to the head.#T1#
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Perry.
A clash of legs there as Kakuzo blocks the low kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Perry. Kakuzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kakuzo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Perry looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheers as Kakuzo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Perry doesn't seem phased though.
Perry staying out of range there.
Perry flicks out a counter leg kick but Kakuzo steps away.
That kick from Kakuzo tenderised Perry's leg. Perry is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kakuzo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Perry with the inside leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries to work over Perry's front leg with a kick but Perry checks it.
Kakuzo lands a nice leg kick that just misses Perry's sensitive parts.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Perry moves out of range.
Kakuzo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Perry counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakuzo moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Perry misses with an uppercut. Kakuzo saw that one coming.
A low kick from Kakuzo misses
and Perry counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakuzo slips a jab from Perry.
Kakuzo wants to clinch.
Perry swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Perry misses with a body shot.
Perry scores with a leg kick.
Kakuzo stalks Perry and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Perry's face. Perry staggers backwards, shaken.
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Perry.
Kawainui Perry is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Perry misses the jab.
Kakuzo lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Kakuzo checks a low kick from Perry.#T3#
Perry walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kakuzo cracks Perry with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot
and Perry counters with a slapping leg kick.
Perry throws a wild body kick that Kakuzo sees coming a mile off.
Kakuzo throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Perry is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakuzo with a body shot.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Kakuzo checks a leg kick.
Kakuzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kakuzo blocks a jab.
Perry walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Perry slaps away a takedown attempt from Kakuzo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Kakuzo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Perry misses with a looping left.
Perry slips a jab from Kakuzo.
Perry throws out a counter right but Kakuzo avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Kakuzo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakuzo keeps Perry at a distance using the push kick.
Perry jabs Kakuzo to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Perry lands a glancing blow to the side of Kakuzo's head.
The fighters circling - Kakuzo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice shot by Perry.
Kakuzo misses with a low kick as Perry jumps back.
Kakuzo throws a lazy right hand but Perry sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Perry throws a solid leg kick but Kakuzo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Perry.
Perry throws a front kick aimed at Kakuzo's knee but Kakuzo avoids it well.
Perry misses with a looping right.
Kakuzo pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Perry back to the cage. Kakuzo follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Kakuzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Perry. Perry circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Kakuzo scoring well with a low kick there.
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 Nakagome Kakuzo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
A clash of legs there as Perry blocks the low kick.
Nice cross by Kakuzo.
Perry throws a hook but Kakuzo avoids it easily.
Kakuzo swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Perry jabs Kakuzo to the body, keeping him at a distance.#TD#
Kakuzo looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
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. Kakuzo connects with a nice short shot to Perry's temple.
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. Kakuzo connects with a nice short shot to Perry's temple.
Kakuzo trying to control the action but Perry is working from the bottom.
Perry is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kakuzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
Kakuzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T1#
Perry is pressing down on Kakuzo's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Kakuzo throws an elbow that misses. Perry uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kakuzo's guard. Nice move by Perry!#REVB##SUB#
Kakuzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Perry gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a triangle here but Perry uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Kakuzo manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Perry content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Kakuzo is trying to control but can't. #T2##SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Perry blocks the strikes from Kakuzo. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Perry pulls his head out easily.
Kakuzo is in trouble now - Perry has advanced to mount!
Kakuzo is looking to improve his position but Perry isn't that keen on the idea.
Kakuzo is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Perry manages to capitalize on a mistake by Kakuzo to take his back!#SUB2#
Kakuzo defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Kakuzo tries to escape but Perry has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Kakuzo manages to reverse the position and now he's in Perry's guard. Nice work there by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Perry's guard.
Perry controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Kakuzo misses with a head shot. Perry uses the momentum to regain guard. #T4#
Kakuzo wants to control from the top but Perry keeps moving.
Kakuzo works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Nakagome Kakuzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kakuzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kakuzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kakuzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kakuzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##CL#
Kakuzo takes the fight into the clinch.
Perry creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Kakuzo's defenses.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Perry as Kakuzo tries to tie him up.
Kakuzo dodges an elbow strike from Perry.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Perry.
Perry throws a head punch that misses.
Kakuzo has had enough of the clinch but Perry keeps him there for the moment.
Kakuzo wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kakuzo has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Perry after a bit of a struggle.
Kakuzo has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Perry is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD#
Kakuzo has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Perry is trying to keep an underhook but Kakuzo manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Kakuzo wants to pass to mount but Perry is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kakuzo trying to work for an americana but Perry has managed to regain full guard.
Perry is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB##T1#
Perry prevents Kakuzo from improving his position.
Kakuzo is looking to control Perry's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kakuzo avoid being mounted?
Kakuzo moves into full guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Perry has passed into half guard!
Kakuzo is looking to improve his position.
Perry with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#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#
Kakuzo actively working from the bottom here.
Perry is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Perry pushes past his half guard into mount!
Kakuzo regains half guard.#SUB#
Kakuzo actively working from the bottom here.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kakuzo tries to roll over but Perry keeps him under control.
Kakuzo is looking to control Perry's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kakuzo avoid being mounted?#T3#
Perry slows the pace down in half guard.
Kakuzo is looking to improve his position.
Kakuzo is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Perry jumps into side control!
Perry wants to control but Kakuzo is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Kakuzo wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Perry has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Kakuzo's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Kakuzo is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Perry!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Kawainui Perry!
Kawainui Perry thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: NYF 77: Traumen vs Hopson
Date: Aug 03, 2024

#R1#
Kakuzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nox.
Kakuzo tests Nox's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nox uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nox connects with a crisp jab.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Nox looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakuzo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakuzo looks to throw the jab but Nox is out of range.
Nox throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kakuzo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakuzo wants to land a leg kick but Nox is out of range.
Kakuzo tries to land a front kick but Nox steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Kakuzo jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Kakuzo misses with a combination
and Nox counters with a one-two to the body.
Nox tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakuzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Nox.#TD#
Kakuzo shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Nox manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kakuzo trying to control but Nox is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo postures up in Nox's guard and throws a big left but Nox blocks it.
Nox working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo prevents Nox from getting back to his feet.
Kakuzo distracts Nox with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Nox wants to stand and escape but Kakuzo is having none of it.
Kakuzo throwing strikes but missing. #ES2#
Nox has his feet on Kakuzo's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. #T2#
Kakuzo misses with a body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nox listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Nox misses with a body kick.
Nox blocks the body kick.
Nox lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kakuzo at a distance.
No joy there for Nox, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nox moves out of range of the body kick.
Nox takes one on the button.
Nox checks a low kick from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but Nox shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Nox throws a big shot that misses.
Kakuzo misses with a body kick.
Kakuzo throws a big shot that misses.
Kakuzo lands a nice shot that snaps Nox's head back. #T3#
Kakuzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little jabbing left from Nox on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakuzo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakuzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A little jabbing left from Nox on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakuzo lands a slapping body shot.
Nox misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
An inside leg kick lands from Kakuzo.
Nox walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Kakuzo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nox throws a big counter head kick but Kakuzo avoids it with no problem.
Nox slips a jab from Kakuzo.
Nox misses with a straight right.
Kakuzo is looking to score with low kicks.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Nox - that will leave a mark!
Kakuzo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#T4#
Kakuzo staying out of range there.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Colin Nox is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Nox bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Nox.
Kakuzo dodges the punch combination from Nox.
Nox scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kakuzo throws a good cross that connects.
Kakuzo connects with a leg kick.
A combination from Kakuzo does no damage. #CL#
Kakuzo clinches with his opponent.
Nox has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kakuzo after a bit of a struggle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2##TD#
Kakuzo shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nox's guard.#SUB#
Kakuzo drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Nox dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Kakuzo wants to hit a sweep here but Nox passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kakuzo there!
Kakuzo working to try and regain half guard.
Nox looking to control and managing it successfully.
Nox's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo can't escape the position. #T1#
Nox looking to control and managing it successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakuzo is looking to improve his position but Nox isn't that keen on the idea.
Nox content just to control the position here.
Kakuzo is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kakuzo gets back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Kakuzo is looking to improve his position. #SU2#
Nox stands up and beckons Kakuzo to join him on the feet. #T2#
Nox circles away from the clinch attempt
and Nox cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Good work by Nox as he checks the leg kick.
Nox on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Kakuzo wants to land a leg kick but Nox is out of range.
Kakuzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakuzo walks into a left hand.
Nox lands a jab to the nose.
Kakuzo misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too. #TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Nox to the mat! Nox manages to get full guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo pushes down on Nox's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Nox pushes Kakuzo off looking to stand but Kakuzo dives back in and keeps control. #T3#
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. Kakuzo connects with a nice short shot to Nox's temple. #ES2#
Nox kicks Kakuzo off and gets back to his feet.
Kakuzo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Nox slips under a jab from Kakuzo.#CL#
Kakuzo instigates a clinch.
Kakuzo lands a right hand.
Nox changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kakuzo fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Kakuzo tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Nox is able to avoid easily.
Nox uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakuzo.
Nox is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kakuzo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kakuzo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
A head kick from Kakuzo lands but Nox takes it in his stride.
Nakagome Kakuzo is winning the standup battle so far.#T4#
Kakuzo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Nox counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nox swats away the attempt to clinch by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo is looking to clinch but Nox is avoiding it.
Kakuzo misses with a straight left.
Nox swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nox lands a nice shot to the body.
Kakuzo throws a leg kick which misses Nox's front leg but catches the back leg as Nox tries to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Kakuzo.
Nox moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo misses with an attempted mid kick.
Kakuzo loads up on a big right hand but Nox slips the punch.
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 Nakagome Kakuzo will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Nice jab there from Kakuzo.
Nox takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab lands there for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo throws a leg kick
enabling Nox to counter with a crisp jab.
A big right from Kakuzo misses.
Nox takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kakuzo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nox is looking to land body kicks.
Kakuzo throws a hook but Nox blocks it.
Nox throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nox fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kakuzo on the side of the head.
Nox avoids a kick to the body.
Nox is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakuzo with a body shot.
Colin Nox is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kakuzo throws a leg kick but Nox moved away.
Kakuzo throws a hook but Nox avoids it easily.#T1#
Kakuzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Nox is just out of range.
Despite the aggression on Nox's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Nox moves out of range.
Kakuzo thows a leg kick but Nox checks it
letting Nox counter with a right hand.
Nox misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kakuzo to counter with a crisp jab.
Nox slips under a jab.
Kakuzo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nox just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakuzo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kakuzo loads up on a big right hand but Nox slips the punch.
Nox throws a counter combo.
Kakuzo scores with a shot to the body.
Nox throws out a loose jab but Kakuzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Nox thuds a left hand into Kakuzo's body.
Kakuzo walks into a jab.#T2#
Kakuzo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A nice combination there by Nox.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakuzo throws out a powerful jab.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakuzo misses the target.
Kakuzo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nox was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakuzo.
Nox looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakuzo is just out of range.
Nox's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakuzo under the eye.
Kakuzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakuzo connects with a nice looking jab.
Nox lands a nice hook to Kakuzo's body. Kakuzo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Kakuzo throws a body shot but no joy. #T3#
Kakuzo avoids a kick to the body.
Nox jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakuzo lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Nox fails to land with a series of punches.
Nox has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot
and Nox connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakuzo misses the shot to the body.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Nox counters with a good, hard body kick but Kakuzo shrugs it off.
Nox throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A swing and a miss from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakuzo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Nox darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kakuzo fails to land with a series of punches.
Nox tries a head kick but it misses. #T4#
Nox throws a lazy right hand but Kakuzo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakuzo tries a head kick but it misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Kakuzo instigates a clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo misses with a body punch.
Kakuzo misses with some punches.
Kakuzo pushes Nox back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Kakuzo breaks from the clinch.
Kakuzo lands with a cross.
Nox throws a head kick but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Nox throws a shot from downtown. Kakuzo moves away and avoids it.
Kakuzo throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Colin Nox has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nakagome Kakuzo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kakuzo's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakuzo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 28:28
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 30:27
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF 75:Sillalahi vs Belmiro
Date: Jul 20, 2024

#R1#
Kakuzo lands with an overhand left.
Kakuzo feints and then cracks Mendes's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Mendes down. #TD2#
Kakuzo dives in and scores a takedown into Mendes's guard.
Kakuzo wants to pass the guard but Mendes is keeping the position.
Mendes trying to control the position.
Mendes keeping moving, preventing Kakuzo from controlling successfully.
Kakuzo is in close to Mendes's body, working some short punches and elbows.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Mendes is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses. #T1#
Kakuzo makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kakuzo trying to control but Mendes is working from the bottom.
Mendes is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Kakuzo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Kakuzo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Mendes lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Kakuzo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mendes is one step ahead there.
Kakuzo keeping moving, preventing Mendes from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Kakuzo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mendes is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Mendes has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Kakuzo to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Mendes is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Kakuzo pulls down on the head and he's put Mendes to sleep! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF Fight Night 33
Date: Jun 28, 2024

#R1#
Robertson throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakuzo.
It looked like Kakuzo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kakuzo tries a head kick but it misses.
Kakuzo keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Robertson throws a right hand that Kakuzo ducks under and follows up with a left that Kakuzo also avoids with ease.
Kakuzo is looking to counter the offense by Robertson and move into the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kakuzo. That's going to slow Robertson down.
Robertson throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Kakuzo connects with a solid leg kick.
Nice uppercut there from Kakuzo.
Robertson lands with a thumping leg kick.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Robertson.
Kakuzo shoots for a takedown but Robertson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kakuzo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Robertson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Robertson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Kakuzo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakuzo misses the target.
Robertson falls off balance throwing a combination #TD#
and Kakuzo counters with a nice double leg into guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakuzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T1#
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakuzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kakuzo trying to control but Robertson is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kakuzo landing some decent shots from guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Robertson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Robertson wants to stand up but Kakuzo is controlling him.
Robertson keeping moving, preventing Kakuzo from controlling successfully.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kakuzo postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Robertson has momentary wrist control but Kakuzo slips an elbow through the middle.
Robertson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kakuzo. #T2#
Kakuzo trying to control but Robertson is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuzo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Robertson is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Robertson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kakuzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kakuzo throws a big elbow that misses.
Kakuzo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kakuzo throws a big elbow that misses.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kakuzo's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kakuzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Robertson has wrist control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakuzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Kakuzo tries to free his leg and advance position but Robertson is retaining full guard.
Kakuzo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Robertson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Robertson has momentary wrist control but Kakuzo slips an elbow through the middle.
Kakuzo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Robertson's guard.
Kakuzo wants to take a breather but Robertson is having none of it.
Kakuzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Kakuzo is keen to just control but Robertson is a slippery customer.
Kakuzo slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Robertson has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
Kakuzo is trying to control. Robertson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Robertson is trying to stand back up but Kakuzo is controlling him #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura but Robertson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kakuzo to get the leverage.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #ES2#
Robertson has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Kakuzo is on him like a limpet, forcing Robertson back against the cage.
Kakuzo tries for a takedown. No joy.
Robertson is pressed up against the cage. Kakuzo has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Robertson down to the mat. Robertson avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Robertson.
Kakuzo thinks about countering with a body kick.
Robertson lands with a shot to the body.
Kakuzo moves out of range of the body kick.
Robertson tries to land a front kick but Kakuzo steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Robertson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakuzo moves away.
Reece Robertson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Kakuzo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Robertson throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Robertson looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Robertson throws a hook but Kakuzo blocks it.
Kakuzo fails to land the takedown.
Robertson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakuzo.
Robertson throws a body punch but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Robertson tries to bum rush Kakuzo with a series of wild strikes but Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Kakuzo dives in for a single leg takedown but Robertson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Robertson using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kakuzo has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike. #TD#
Kakuzo drags the fight down to the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Robertson wants to control from the top but Kakuzo keeps moving.
Kakuzo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Kakuzo throwing shots but Robertson is blocking nicely. #T1#
Kakuzo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kakuzo slips a nice elbow through Robertson's hands, connecting with Robertson's forehead.
Kakuzo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Robertson is looking to escape.
Kakuzo working Robertson over with strikes.
Robertson has hold of Kakuzo's hands but Kakuzo slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kakuzo scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kakuzo throwing shots but Robertson is blocking nicely.
Robertson is trying to stand back up but Kakuzo is controlling him
Kakuzo is looking to advance position but Robertson won't allow it.
Kakuzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
Nice strikes from Kakuzo there. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Robertson defends it well.
Kakuzo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Robertson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Robertson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kakuzo.
Robertson is staying active underneath Kakuzo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kakuzo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kakuzo is keen to just control but Robertson is a slippery customer.#T3#
Kakuzo prevents Robertson from standing back up.
Kakuzo is trying to control. Robertson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Kakuzo dives in and scores a takedown into Robertson's guard.

Robertson has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Kakuzo is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Robertson with a knee to the head. #BC2#
Robertson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Kakuzo closes the distance and pushes Robertson back into the cage.
Robertson can't break the clinch.
Kakuzo is trying to drag Robertson to the mat but Robertson just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Robertson prevents it.
Kakuzo stalling the fight. #T4##TD#
Robertson is fighting off a takedown attempt but Kakuzo is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Robertson to the mat. Robertson regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.

Robertson pushes Kakuzo off and scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Reece Robertson seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Robertson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kakuzo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kakuzo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Robertson defending well though.
Kakuzo looks to land a strike but Robertson avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Kakuzo stops Robertson from standing up.
Kakuzo scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Robertson wants to stand but Kakuzo is controlling the position.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses.
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 Nakagome Kakuzo 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Kakuzo takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Kakuzo moves out of range of the leg kick from Robertson.
Robertson looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Robertson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kakuzo pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Robertson back to the cage. Kakuzo follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Robertson misses with a hook. Kakuzo ducked under it nicely.
Kakuzo throws a nice outside leg kick.
Robertson throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Kakuzo with a hook.
Robertson throws a shot to the body.
Kakuzo misses with a shot to the body
and Robertson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Robertson throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#TD#
Robertson tries to sprawl but Kakuzo drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kakuzo is keen to just control but Robertson is a slippery customer.
Kakuzo slips a nice elbow through Robertson's hands, connecting with Robertson's forehead.
Kakuzo works his way into side control.
Nakagome Kakuzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Sloppy strikes there by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Robertson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB#
Kakuzo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Robertson defending against the ground and pound.
Kakuzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robertson keeps working.
Kakuzo sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Robertson is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Kakuzo misses with the ground and pound.#T2#
Kakuzo fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Robertson taking a bit of punishment here - Kakuzo scoring with strikes.
Kakuzo working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
An elbow from Kakuzo crashes against the mat.
Kakuzo lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Kakuzo postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Kakuzo is trying to ground and pound but Robertson uses the momentary lack of control by Kakuzo to regain half guard.
Robertson wants to get back to his feet.
Kakuzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Kakuzo is looking to stall here but Robertson recovers full guard. #T3#
Kakuzo working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Robertson's head.
Kakuzo postures up in Robertson's guard and throws a big left but Robertson blocks it.
Robertson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kakuzo looking to sit in guard and control but Robertson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Kakuzo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Kakuzo wants to free his trapped foot but Robertson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kakuzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Robertson keeps working. #T4##ES2#
Robertson kicks off Kakuzo and gets to his feet.
Kakuzo avoids the head kick by Robertson. #TD#
Kakuzo gets the takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Robertson dodges the ground and pound from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Robertson is avoiding damage well.
Kakuzo working the ground and pound.
Robertson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Sloppy strikes there by Kakuzo.
An elbow from Kakuzo crashes against the mat.
Kakuzo landing strikes.
Kakuzo creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Reece Robertson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Nakagome Kakuzo is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kakuzo lands an elbow.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF 68: Dandrakulo vs Zigaro
Date: May 25, 2024

#R1#
Kakuzo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Carter is fending him off so far but Kakuzo persists. Nope, Carter circles away and we're back to standing.
Kakuzo throws a lazy head kick
and Carter counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A telegraphed right hand from Carter misses the target.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Carter crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kakuzo - the referee stops the clock and Carter gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kakuzo. Carter manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
A big left from Carter misses.
Kakuzo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Carter connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakuzo throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kakuzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Kakuzo darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.

Carter pushes Kakuzo off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo moves in looking to clinch but Carter pushes him off.
Carter appears to be looking for a big counter.
Kakuzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Carter moves away.#T1#
Kakuzo smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kakuzo throws a poor cross that misses
and Carter cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice jab there from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo fails with the takedown.
Ian Carter has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Kakuzo shoots in for a double leg but Carter sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Carter swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kakuzo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Carter sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Kakuzo!
Kakuzo misses with a takedown attempt
and Carter counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Carter plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakuzo tries to clinch up but Carter circles away and keeps his distance.
Carter slaps away a takedown attempt from Kakuzo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ian Carter is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Carter missing with a left hand there. Kakuzo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Carter pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Carter's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kakuzo connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Carter scrambles back to his feet.
Kakuzo throws a leg kick but Carter sees it coming and moves out of range.
Kakuzo misses with a hook to the body
and Carter counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo misses with a takedown attempt
and Carter counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#Kakuzo is rocked!
Kakuzo darts in looking for a takedown but Carter gets double underhooks and turns Kakuzo into the cage.
Kakuzo is still on wobbly legs! Can Carter finish him?
Kakuzo throws a hook but Carter avoids it easily.
Kakuzo seems to have recovered his senses.
Carter lands with a cross.
The fighters circling - Kakuzo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakuzo shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Kakuzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakuzo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Carter connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Kakuzo scores with a nice head shot.
Carter moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. #CL2#
Kakuzo clinches up with Carter and pushes him back against the cage.
Carter lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Carter.
Kakuzo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Carter lands with a left to the head.
Carter pushes Kakuzo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Carter lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kakuzo or not.
Kakuzo looks winded!
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Carter works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Carter lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A short left from Carter.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A right hand to the body from Carter. #BC#
Carter's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#KD#
Carter cracks Kakuzo with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Carter has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Kakuzo to stand back up!
Kakuzo misses with a takedown attempt
and Carter counters with a good low kick that Kakuzo was not able to check. #T4#
Kakuzo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Carter lands hard precision jab right on the jaw that stiffens Kakuzo up and sends him tumbling to the mat! The ref grabs Carter from behind before he can pounce. Some folks in the crowd didn't like that stoppage, but I saw Kakuzo's eyes roll way back in his head, he was done.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Ian Carter!
Ian Carter seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.

Event: NYF 64: Tucker vs Carter II
Date: Apr 27, 2024

#R1#
Logan walks into a straight right hand from Kakuzo.
A swing and a miss from Logan.
Kakuzo lands a really nice looking cross but Logan seems unphased. #TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
The ground and pound from Kakuzo seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Logan stops Kakuzo from passing to mount.
Logan takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Logan has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kakuzo throws a strike aimed at the side of Logan's head but Logan avoids it well.
The strikes coming from Kakuzo are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Kakuzo creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Logan sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakuzo landing a few strikes.
Kakuzo in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Kakuzo scoring with punches and elbows. #T1#
Kakuzo wants to control but Logan is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Logan defending against the ground and pound.
Logan is trying to control Kakuzo's posture but Kakuzo avoids it.
Logan is looking to regain half guard here but Kakuzo keeps moving and retains side control.
Kakuzo controlling from side mount.
Logan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Kakuzo regains full guard. Nicely done.
Logan's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Logan trying to stand up but can't free himself from Kakuzo's guard.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kakuzo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kakuzo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Logan is one step ahead there.
Kakuzo working a defensive guard here.
Kakuzo trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #T3#
Kakuzo is trying to control the position but Logan postures up. #SUB#
Kakuzo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Logan defends it easily.
Logan is stalling in the full guard.
Kakuzo is trying to keep Logan in close. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Logan throws a solid leg kick but Kakuzo takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Logan.
Logan swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Kakuzo throws a sloppy head kick
and Logan counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo swings for the body but Logan moves out of range.
Kakuzo misses with a hook. Logan ducked under it nicely.
Logan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Kakuzo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Logan's waist but Logan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kakuzo off to one side.
Logan cracks Kakuzo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Logan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakuzo manages to avoid it.
Kakuzo tries to clinch up.
Kakuzo takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kakuzo tries to land a leg kick but Logan saw it coming and moves away. #CL#
Logan gets tackled into the cage by Kakuzo. Kakuzo maintains the clinch.
Logan lands a shoulder strike.
Kakuzo tries to score a body lock takedown but Logan shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Logan scores with a shot to the side of Kakuzo's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Logan lands with a left to the head.
Kakuzo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Logan avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo wants a takedown.
Kakuzo tries for a takedown but Logan manages to get underhooks.
Kakuzo jumps guard but Logan stands there with Kakuzo around his waist. Kakuzo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Kakuzo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Logan misses with the head strike.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Logan just stands there and leans against the cage.
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 Nakagome Kakuzo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Kakuzo misses with a two punch combination.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Logan! But no joy.
Logan throws a nice looking combination but Kakuzo bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Logan lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kakuzo circles away quickly and effectively.
Kakuzo tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Logan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakuzo shoots for a takedown but Logan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Kakuzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Logan attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Kakuzo is looking to counter punch.
Kakuzo lands with a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo shoots in but no luck this time.
Logan is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Kakuzo with a body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Logan.
Logan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Logan connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. #TD#
Kakuzo gets a double leg takedown into Logan's guard.#T1##SUB2#
Logan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Kakuzo is aware though and is defending well.
Kakuzo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Logan working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Logan pulls Kakuzo in to control the position.
Logan preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kakuzo lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kakuzo is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Logan seems keen to control Kakuzo's posture.
Logan keeping full guard, as Kakuzo tries to pass. #T2#
Kakuzo wants to control from the top but Logan keeps moving.
Logan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kakuzo cracks Logan with a solid left hand.
Logan is controlling Kakuzo's posture.
Logan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kakuzo throws an elbow that misses. Logan uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Kakuzo's guard. Nice move by Logan!#REVB#
Kakuzo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Logan controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Kakuzo working a defensive guard here. #SUB#
Kakuzo working for a triangle but Logan defends it easily. #SUB#
Logan got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kakuzo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Logan has managed to get both his arms back between Kakuzo's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kakuzo throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Logan escapes and throws Kakuzo's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Kakuzo wants to control but Logan postures up.
Kakuzo stops Logan from passing to mount. #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.
Kakuzo gets back to half guard.
Kakuzo wants to get back to full guard.#SU2#
Logan stands up out of the half guard.
Kakuzo throws a lazy uppercut
and Logan counters with an outside leg kick.
Kakuzo gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Logan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Logan throws an overhand right that lands on Kakuzo's shoulder, as Kakuzo tries to avoid the shot.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Logan as he jumps to the side.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kakuzo lands with a nice combination. Logan backs away looking to recover.
Kakuzo throws a jab when Logan was well out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Jimmy Logan will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Kakuzo darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Logan throws a looping overhand right but Kakuzo ducks down to avoid it.
Logan throws a hook but Kakuzo blocks it.
Kakuzo slips a straight right by Logan.
Kakuzo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Logan is fending him off so far but Kakuzo persists. Nope, Logan circles away and we're back to standing.
Kakuzo wants to clinch.
Logan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakuzo throws out the jab.
Logan circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Logan takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD#
Kakuzo shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Logan manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Logan is on top in guard. #REVB#
Logan must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1##SUB#
Kakuzo working for a triangle but Logan defends it easily.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Logan tries to stand but Kakuzo is controlling from the bottom.
Kakuzo striking off his back but it's not causing Logan any problems. #SUB#
Kakuzo isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Logan stacks Kakuzo on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Logan!
Kakuzo sneaks back into half guard.
Kakuzo trying to control from the bottom. #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.
Logan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kakuzo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Logan's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Logan's back!#SUB#
Kakuzo looking to break Logan's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Logan remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Kakuzo will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Kakuzo missing with punches from the back.
Logan looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Logan is taking damage to the body and head. #T3#
Kakuzo keeps control of the position as Logan tries to break free.
Kakuzo is punishing Logan with strikes - can he finish him?!
A bit of a pause in the action here. Kakuzo controlling the positon.
Logan is trying to get back to his feet but Kakuzo has full control of the position and if anything, Logan has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Kakuzo is punishing Logan with some ground and pound.
Kakuzo throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Logan has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Kakuzo.
Logan is in bad spot here.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand but he misses and hits the mat. Ouch.
Logan tries to escape but Kakuzo has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T4#
Logan is trying to get back to his feet but Kakuzo has full control of the position and if anything, Logan has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Kakuzo struggling to land strikes to the head as Logan covers up.
Kakuzo throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Kakuzo throwing wild punches that miss their target.
Kakuzo not allowing Logan to control his hands.
Kakuzo punches the canvas rather than the man.
Kakuzo cracks Logan with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Logan from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Logan wants to get back to his feet.
Kakuzo throwing damaging strikes from the back! Logan could be in trouble here!

And that's the end of the fight!
Nakagome Kakuzo showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kakuzo 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 Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF 60 Tucker vs Kakuzo
Date: Mar 30, 2024

#R1#
Tucker thuds a left hand into Kakuzo's body.
Kakuzo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD#
Tucker lands a big head kick that sends Kakuzo tumbling to the mat! Tucker takes a step backwards and waves Kakuzo back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo lands a nice shot to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#KD#
Tucker drops Kakuzo with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kakuzo looks back up at him and smiles so Tucker waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Kakuzo is rocked!
Tucker weaves into range and cracks Kakuzo right on the temple with a beautiful overhand right! Kakuzo goes down! He's out cold! Wow, what a beautiful knockout! Tucker is strutting round the canvas like a movie star as the camera bulbs flash frantically.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jeffrey Tucker!
Jeffrey Tucker retains his welterweight title!

Event: NYF 56: Carter vs Tucker
Date: Mar 02, 2024

#R1#
Kakuzo misses with a straight left.
Kakuzo moves out of range as Tokoro strikes.
Kakuzo connects with a leg kick.
Kakuzo takes one on the button.#CL#
Kakuzo instigates a clinch.
Good body shot from Tokoro. #BC2#
Tokoro escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Tokoro thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakuzo moves out of range as Tokoro strikes.
A nice leg kick from Kakuzo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice cross by Tokoro.
Tokoro checks a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Tokoro.
Kakuzo walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakuzo throws a shot from downtown. Tokoro moves away and avoids it.
Kakuzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1#
Tokoro takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakuzo throws a combination. Tokoro tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Kakuzo looks to land a left hand but Tokoro moved out of range nicely.
Tokoro misses with a few strikes there. #CL#
Tokoro gets tackled into the cage by Kakuzo. Kakuzo maintains the clinch.
Kakuzo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Kakuzo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it. #BC2#
Tokoro pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
No joy there for Tokoro, who threw a few shots but didn't land. #CL#
Kakuzo takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Kakuzo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking. #CL#
Kakuzo takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Tokoro breaks from the clinch.
Tokoro misses with a straight left. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Tokoro is having none of it. #CL#
Kakuzo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Tokoro, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Tokoro breaks the clinch.
Tokoro stuffs the takedown.
Tokoro throws a body shot but no joy.
Tokoro cracks Kakuzo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT2#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Tokoro throws a hook to the side of Kakuzo's head but Kakuzo sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakuzo went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Tokoro misses with a wild body shot.
Kakuzo tries a low kick but Tokoro avoids it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tokoro. Kakuzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tokoro scores with a body shot.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kakuzo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kakuzo throws a shot to the body.
Kakuzo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Hideo Tokoro is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tokoro misses with a straight right.
Kakuzo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL#
Kakuzo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
Tokoro misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Tokoro manages to break the clinch.
Kakuzo throws a good cross that connects.
Kakuzo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Tokoro throws out the jab.
Tokoro displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Kakuzo takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tokoro throws a big shot that misses.
Tokoro slaps away a takedown attempt from Kakuzo, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo throws a sloppy head kick and Tokoro moves out of range easily.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Tokoro moves out of range.
Tokoro scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#TD#
Kakuzo looking to score a takedown here. Tokoro is defending well but Kakuzo drives through and ends up in Tokoro's guard.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Tokoro can do anything to dispel that myth.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo wants to control from the top but Tokoro keeps moving.
Tokoro pulls Kakuzo in close to prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Tokoro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Tokoro has momentary wrist control but Kakuzo slips an elbow through the middle.
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Tokoro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tokoro trying to control the position here.
Kakuzo is working Tokoro over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Kakuzo stands up over Tokoro, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Kakuzo's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kakuzo scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Hideo Tokoro will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kakuzo lands a nice looking body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Tokoro misses the target.
Kakuzo is looking to chop away at Tokoro's legs.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #TD#
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Kakuzo was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Kakuzo throws an elbow but Tokoro slips to the side and avoids it well.
Tokoro wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tokoro wants to control but Kakuzo postures up.
Tokoro is not content to let Kakuzo control the position.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
You can see the frustration on Tokoro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Tokoro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Kakuzo lands a few punches from side control.
Tokoro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kakuzo off and has taken his back!
Kakuzo is holding onto Tokoro's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
Tokoro doesn't have the hooks in and Kakuzo manages to turn into his guard.
Kakuzo landing with the ground and pound.
Kakuzo lands a couple of digs.
Kakuzo lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kakuzo makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kakuzo trying to control but Tokoro is working from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Kakuzo thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakuzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Tokoro controls Kakuzo momentarily but Kakuzo frees himself.
Kakuzo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tokoro is pulling down on Kakuzo's head. It's preventing any offense from Kakuzo, at least for the moment.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakuzo lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kakuzo passes into half guard.
Tokoro really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kakuzo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kakuzo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tokoro is trying to control but can't. #T3#
Kakuzo landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Tokoro has hold of Kakuzo's hands but Kakuzo slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Kakuzo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tokoro trying to hold on to Kakuzo's head to control him but Kakuzo postures up.
Tokoro is trying to get back to full guard.
Kakuzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kakuzo thows a huge punch but Tokoro dodges it nicely.
Tokoro is refusing to be controlled, as Kakuzo sits in half guard.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4#
Kakuzo slips a nice elbow through Tokoro's hands, connecting with Tokoro's forehead.
Tokoro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kakuzo is working away from the top position though.
Kakuzo looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Kakuzo there.
Nice strikes from Kakuzo there.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Tokoro is not content to let Kakuzo control the position.
Tokoro tries to get to full guard but Kakuzo has control of the leg.
Tokoro is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Kakuzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tokoro is concentrating on defense, preventing Kakuzo from advancing position. #SUB#
Kakuzo is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tokoro sees it coming and defends easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
That's time! Kakuzo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Tokoro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kakuzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Tokoro. Kakuzo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tokoro looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Tokoro wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Tokoro misses with a hook.
Kakuzo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Tokoro tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kakuzo was well out of range. Poor timing from Tokoro.
Kakuzo throws a hook to the side of Tokoro's head but Tokoro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kakuzo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kakuzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Tokoro.
Tokoro is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tokoro misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo connects with a crisp jab.
Tokoro throws a body punch but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Kakuzo is looking to counter with a body kick.#CL#
Kakuzo moves into the clinch successfully.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tokoro scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Kakuzo will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Tokoro up against the cage.
Kakuzo drops down looking for an ankle pick but Tokoro pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kakuzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tokoro can do to turn this around?
Kakuzo fails in his attempt to clinch.
A little jabbing left from Tokoro on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakuzo throws a head kick but Tokoro moves out of range.
Kakuzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tokoro manages to avoid it.
Tokoro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Tokoro lunges at Kakuzo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kakuzo's hand.
Tokoro throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Tokoro connects with a crisp jab.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Tokoro moves out of range.
Tokoro misses with a few strikes there.
Tokoro misses with a few strikes there.
The fighters circling - Tokoro throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Tokoro loads up on a big right hand but Kakuzo slips the punch.
As Tokoro tries to get set, Kakuzo tries to push him back and clinch up but Tokoro manages to avoid the attempt.
Kakuzo throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Kakuzo lands an overhand right.
Kakuzo throws a right and a left that Tokoro avoids nicely.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakuzo throws a leg kick but Tokoro moved away.
Tokoro slips a jab and a cross from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries to clinch up but Tokoro circles away and keeps his distance.
Kakuzo is looking to land body kicks.
Tokoro let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Tokoro misses with a hook. Kakuzo ducked under it nicely.
Tokoro loads up on a big right hand but Kakuzo slips the punch.#TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Tokoro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kakuzo is working away from the top position though.
Kakuzo scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Tokoro trying to control but Kakuzo postures up.
Tokoro wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Tokoro on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kakuzo lands with a punch from half guard.
Tokoro wants to control but Kakuzo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kakuzo takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Tokoro on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kakuzo lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kakuzo 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.
Kakuzo lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Kakuzo trying to control the pace.
Kakuzo is nestled in close to Tokoro, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kakuzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Tokoro's head. #T4#
Tokoro wants to control but Kakuzo is keeping busy.
Tokoro is staying active underneath Kakuzo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tokoro is concentrating on defense, preventing Kakuzo from advancing position.
Kakuzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tokoro is staying active underneath Kakuzo, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Kakuzo is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Kakuzo seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Kakuzo is thwarting Tokoro's attempts to control the position.
Kakuzo landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakuzo working the head and body with strikes.
Nakagome Kakuzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nakagome Kakuzo showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kakuzo 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 Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF Fight Night Tokyo
Date: Feb 10, 2024

#R1#
Kakuzo moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Walsh showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kakuzo.
Walsh swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kakuzo lands with a right hand.
Walsh stuffs the takedown attempt from Kakuzo. Kakuzo gets slowly back to his feet.
Walsh misses with a straight right.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kakuzo or perhaps it was just good defense by Walsh, which made it look bad.
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Walsh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo lands a head kick!
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Walsh.#TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Walsh to the mat! Walsh manages to get full guard.
Kakuzo postures up in Walsh's guard and throws a big left but Walsh blocks it.
Walsh working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kakuzo. #T1#
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses.
Kakuzo landing some decent shots from guard.
Kakuzo trying to control but Walsh is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo throwing strikes from guard but Walsh blocks nicely.
Kakuzo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Walsh is keeping the position for now.
Kakuzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses.
Kakuzo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Walsh is keeping the position for now.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kakuzo throwing strikes from guard but Walsh blocks nicely. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Walsh is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kakuzo engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Kakuzo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Kakuzo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Kakuzo seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Walsh for as long as he can get away with.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Walsh stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T3#
Nice uppercut lands for Kakuzo. That snapped Walsh's head back.
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Kakuzo lands a nice shot to the body.
Kakuzo lands with a thumping leg kick.
Walsh tries to move into range but Kakuzo moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Kakuzo wants to clinch up but Walsh keeps it at a distance.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Walsh! But no joy.#CL#
Kakuzo closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but Walsh won't allow it.
Walsh working aggressively here.
Kakuzo blocks an uppercut.
Walsh misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakuzo is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Walsh pulls him back up using the underhooks. #T4#
Kakuzo tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Walsh smiles and moves away.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Kakuzo drives through and clinches with Walsh against the ropes.
Kakuzo is trying to pull guard but Walsh turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Kakuzo drops down looking for an ankle pick but Walsh pulls his leg out and moves away.
A nice combination there by Kakuzo.
Kaiden Walsh is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Walsh takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakuzo scores with a jab.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a shot to the body
letting Walsh counter with a right hand.
Walsh throws a big shot that misses.
Walsh uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakuzo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##TD#
Kakuzo throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Walsh was covering up waiting for the punch and Kakuzo finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Kakuzo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Kakuzo drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Kakuzo jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kakuzo stays in close to Walsh's body and controls the position.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walsh trying to control the position here.
Walsh really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kakuzo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kakuzo trying to control but Walsh is working from the bottom. #T1#
Walsh utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kakuzo trying to control but Walsh is working from the bottom.
Walsh preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Kakuzo pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Walsh is keeping the position for now.
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Walsh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Kakuzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Walsh can do to turn this around?
Walsh keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakuzo lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Walsh checks a leg kick.
Walsh sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Kakuzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Walsh looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Walsh gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kakuzo.
Walsh walks into a left hand.
Kakuzo misses with a wild body shot.
Kakuzo throws a series of punches but Walsh moves out of range.
Walsh jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Walsh needs to keep his hands up - Kakuzo had a free shot at his head there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakuzo throws an off balance right hand
enabling Walsh to counter with a crisp jab.
Kakuzo cracks Walsh with an open hand slap.
Kakuzo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Kakuzo shoots in looking for a takedown. Walsh tries to sprawl out of it but Kakuzo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Walsh manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Walsh looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakuzo pivots, looking for a leg kick but Walsh is out of range and Kakuzo settles back down.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Walsh! But no joy.#T3#
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Walsh.
Nice body punch from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries to clinch up but Walsh circles away and keeps his distance.
Kakuzo has a takedown stuffed.
Walsh looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakuzo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakuzo digs a good body shot into Walsh's ribs.
Kakuzo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakuzo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Walsh.
Kakuzo scores with a leg kick.
Walsh throws a looping overhand right but Kakuzo ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Walsh keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakuzo connects with a high kick.
Walsh throws the left hand but Kakuzo avoids the punch easily.
Kakuzo moves out of range as Walsh strikes.
A nice combination there by Kakuzo.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Walsh jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakuzo lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Walsh circles away quickly and effectively.
Walsh looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakuzo is looking to land body kicks.
Kakuzo slips a straight right by Walsh.
Kakuzo scores with a decent looking hook.
Walsh thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakuzo works Walsh's body with a nice hook.
Kakuzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Walsh.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R3#
A jab lands there for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Walsh.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Walsh throws out a counter right but Kakuzo avoids it with no problem.
Kakuzo misses the shot to the body.
Walsh might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Kakuzo scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Walsh doesn't seem bothered though.
Kakuzo is looking to slow Walsh down with leg kicks.
The fighters circling - Walsh throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakuzo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kakuzo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo scores with the left hand. Walsh knows he should have avoided that one.
Kakuzo with the inside leg kick.
Walsh with a nice cross.
Kakuzo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Kakuzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT2#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.#T1#
A head kick by Kakuzo misses
and Walsh counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakuzo lands a really nice looking cross but Walsh seems unphased.
Nakagome Kakuzo is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakuzo lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Walsh connects with the punch.
Walsh lands a lovely overhand right.#ROC2#Kakuzo is rocked!#CL#
Kakuzo rushes Walsh and presses him up against the ropes.
A short right from Walsh.
Kakuzo's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Oh Kakuzo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Kakuzo ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Kakuzo no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Kakuzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Walsh trying to control but Kakuzo is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo 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.#T2##SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Walsh defends well.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kakuzo wants to sweep here but Walsh controlling him for the moment.
Walsh must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Kakuzo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Walsh is aware though and is defending well.
Kakuzo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for a guillotine here but Walsh defends easily.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Walsh passes into half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back.
Kakuzo trying to control here.
Walsh is trying to control. Kakuzo wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Kakuzo moves into full guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Kakuzo looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Walsh has picked Kakuzo up and slammed him! Kakuzo can't keep hold of the triangle and Walsh manages to pass to side control!
Walsh working away.
Kakuzo is looking to regain half guard here but Walsh keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Kakuzo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kakuzo is trying to improve his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo clearly takes that round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R4#
Good standup being displayed there by Kakuzo as he connects with a hook.
Kakuzo gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Walsh.
A big right from Kakuzo misses.
It seemed like Walsh was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Kakuzo looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Kakuzo wants to clinch.
Kakuzo clobbers Walsh with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Kakuzo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Walsh sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kakuzo somewhat.
Walsh throws out a counter right but Kakuzo avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Walsh misses with a hook.#CL#
Kakuzo has taken the fight to the clinch.
Walsh is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Kakuzo wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo can't break the clinch.
Kakuzo is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Walsh misses with some punches.
Kakuzo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Walsh prevents the takedown attempt.
Walsh has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Walsh lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kakuzo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Walsh to keep the fight standing.
Walsh lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kakuzo or not. #T2#
Kakuzo blocking some punches.
Walsh tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakuzo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Walsh swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakuzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakuzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kaiden Walsh seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kakuzo tries to land knees in the clinch but Walsh avoids the damage to the body.
Walsh misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Walsh fails to land.
Kakuzo is working for takedown but Walsh is calmly controlling the position for now.
Walsh swings wildly with an uppercut but Kakuzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Walsh has a couple of punches blocked by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo working hard to break the clinch.
Walsh blocks a couple of punches on the inside. #T3#
Walsh has a couple of punches blocked by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Walsh just stands there and leans against the ropes.
Walsh misses with some punches.
Kakuzo is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Walsh to keep the fight standing.
Walsh lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kakuzo tries to work over Walsh's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Kakuzo takes a shot to the head.
Walsh fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakuzo blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Walsh prevents a takedown attempt there.
A head punch on the inside from Walsh fails to land.
Kakuzo blocks an uppercut.
Walsh swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kakuzo misses with a punch to the body. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Walsh.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but Walsh won't allow it.
Kakuzo goes for a takedown attempt but Walsh pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Walsh ducks under a wild hook from Kakuzo.
Walsh moves out of range of the body kick.
Kakuzo is looking to clinch.
Walsh looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakuzo lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Kakuzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakuzo looks to land a left hand but Walsh moved out of range nicely.
Kakuzo throws a head kick but Walsh moves out of range.
Walsh looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kakuzo jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Walsh throws out a loose jab but Kakuzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakuzo looks for a takedown but Walsh sprawls well.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kaiden Walsh dominated that fourth round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5#
Walsh ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kakuzo lands a jab to the head. #TD#
Walsh tries to sprawl but Kakuzo drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kakuzo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Kakuzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Walsh's head.
Kakuzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Walsh is refusing to be controlled, as Kakuzo sits in half guard.
Kakuzo throwing shots but Walsh is blocking nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Walsh 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.
Walsh is staying active underneath Kakuzo, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
Walsh has hold of Kakuzo's hands but Kakuzo slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Walsh is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kakuzo lands strikes from half guard.
Kakuzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Kakuzo drops an elbow to the side of Walsh's head.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Walsh can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kakuzo is trying to control. Walsh wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kakuzo is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Walsh blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kakuzo.
Kaiden Walsh has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Walsh is refusing to be controlled, as Kakuzo sits in half guard.
Kakuzo working over Walsh with some ground and pound. Walsh looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kakuzo is trying to control. Walsh wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Walsh is looking to control Kakuzo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Walsh avoid being mounted?
Kakuzo throwing shots but Walsh is blocking nicely.
Kakuzo wants to take a breather but Walsh is having none of it. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Walsh napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T3#
Kakuzo throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Walsh is not content to let Kakuzo control the position.
Kakuzo working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Kakuzo working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Kakuzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Walsh keeps working.
Kakuzo throws a strike aimed at the side of Walsh's head but Walsh avoids it well.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Kakuzo trying to control the action but Walsh is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo working the ground and pound but Walsh is defending the strikes. #SUB#
Kakuzo is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Walsh is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kakuzo working the head and body with strikes.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nakagome Kakuzo showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kakuzo has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 49:45
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 49:45
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 49:45

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF 48: Carter vs Walsh
Date: Jan 06, 2024

#R1#
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dujardin.
The fighters circling - Kakuzo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakuzo throws a low kick but Dujardin moves out of range easily.
Dujardin with the counter takedown but Kakuzo avoids it easily.
A combination from Kakuzo does no damage.
Dujardin feints the counter takedown.
The crowd cheers as Dujardin lands an impressive looking overhand right. Kakuzo doesn't seem phased though.
Dujardin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dujardin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakuzo manages to avoid it.
No luck for Kakuzo with that takedown attempt.
A little jabbing left from Dujardin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakuzo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakuzo wants to slow Dujardin down by chopping away at his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo misses with a left hand
and Kakuzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kakuzo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dujardin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakuzo misses with a two punch combination.
A lazy left from Dujardin finds it's target.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakuzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Kakuzo misses with a lunging right hand
and Dujardin counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Dujardin lands with a hook. Kakuzo tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Kakuzo with a lazy takedown attempt
and Dujardin counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dujardin catches Kakuzo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nice straight punches there by Kakuzo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakuzo.
Jab from Dujardin.#TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Dujardin quickly recovers to half guard.
Dujardin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kakuzo.
Dujardin is concentrating on defense, preventing Kakuzo from advancing position.
Kakuzo winds up and cracks Dujardin with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo prevents Dujardin from improving his position.#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dujardin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kakuzo.
Kakuzo thows a huge punch but Dujardin dodges it nicely. #T2#
Dujardin manages to get to full guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo 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.
Kakuzo is fighting to break Dujardin's control of his arms but Dujardin is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dujardin working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo works over Dujardin with some ground and pound from guard.
Kakuzo is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T3#
Dujardin wants to sweep but no luck.
Dujardin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kakuzo throws a strike but Dujardin rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Kakuzo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dujardin defends it easily.
Dujardin scoring with some ground and pound.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Kakuzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Dujardin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dujardin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dujardin trying to control the position from guard on top but Kakuzo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Dujardin content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Dujardin makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Dujardin wants to control from the top but Kakuzo keeps moving.
Dujardin showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Kakuzo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Dujardin avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kakuzo.
Dujardin is looking to improve his position.
Kakuzo 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.
Dujardin is looking for a sweep. Kakuzo is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Olivier Dujardin will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Dujardin checks a low kick from Kakuzo.
Dujardin might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
Dujardin missing with a left hand there. Kakuzo was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakuzo throwing a counter right hand but Dujardin manages to avoid it.
Kakuzo throws a body shot but no joy.
Dujardin has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Kakuzo swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Dujardin is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD#
Kakuzo looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Kakuzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Dujardin has wrist control.
Dujardin is pulling down on Kakuzo's head. It's preventing any offense from Kakuzo, at least for the moment.
Dujardin utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dujardin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Dujardin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kakuzo's guard. #REVB#
Dujardin postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1##SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a triangle but Dujardin pushes his legs off easily. #SUB#
Dujardin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kakuzo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dujardin has managed to get both his arms back between Kakuzo's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Kakuzo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dujardin is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Dujardin passes into side control.
Dujardin working the ground and pound.
The referee asks Dujardin politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dujardin prefers to stall for the moment though.
Dujardin trying to control the position but Kakuzo is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuzo is trying to improve his position.
Kakuzo is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
Kakuzo wants to control but Dujardin postures up.
Dujardin lands some shots froms side control.
Nakagome Kakuzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kakuzo is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Dujardin's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Dujardin looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Kakuzo is looking for a sweep. Dujardin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Dujardin slips a nice elbow through Kakuzo's hands, connecting with Kakuzo's forehead.
Dujardin lands strikes from half guard.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dujardin working the head and body with strikes.
Dujardin lands with a punch from half guard.
Dujardin takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Kakuzo is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB#
Kakuzo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dujardin controlling the action here.
Kakuzo is trying to get back to full guard.
Dujardin is nestled in close to Kakuzo, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Dujardin lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kakuzo trying to control but Dujardin postures up.
Dujardin wants to take a breather but Kakuzo is having none of it. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Kakuzo moves into full guard.
Kakuzo keeping moving, preventing Dujardin from controlling successfully.
Dujardin is in close to Kakuzo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Dujardin is in close to Kakuzo's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Dujardin trying to control the position from guard on top but Kakuzo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Dujardin drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dujardin jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Dujardin looking to pass the guard.
Kakuzo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kakuzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dujardin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Kakuzo keeping moving, preventing Dujardin from controlling successfully.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Olivier Dujardin will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Nice shot by Dujardin.
Dujardin swings for the body but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Dujardin blocks a leg kick.
A punch lands to the side of Dujardin 's head but he takes it in his stride.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kakuzo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Dujardin moves out of range of the leg kick from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo needs to keep his hands up - Dujardin had a free shot at his head there.
Kakuzo takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dujardin lands with an overhand left.
Kakuzo misses with a takedown attempt
and Dujardin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Dujardin.
Dujardin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakuzo manages to avoid it.
Dujardin scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Dujardin stuns Kakuzo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD#
Kakuzo gets a double leg takedown into Dujardin's guard.
Kakuzo postures up in Dujardin's guard and throws a big left but Dujardin blocks it.
Kakuzo preventing the sweep.
Dujardin is pulling down on Kakuzo's head. It's preventing any offense from Kakuzo, at least for the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Kakuzo accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Dujardin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kakuzo is really struggling to control Dujardin but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Dujardin controlling Kakuzo's posture. #T2#
Kakuzo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Dujardin trying to control the position here.
Kakuzo stopping the sweep attempt from Dujardin.
Dujardin seems keen to control Kakuzo's posture.
Kakuzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Dujardin has wrist control.
Dujardin manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kakuzo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Dujardin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Dujardin postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3##SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Dujardin connects with a couple of short punches.
Kakuzo keeping moving, preventing Dujardin from controlling successfully.
Dujardin stopping the sweep attempt from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo has momentary wrist control but Dujardin slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Dujardin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Dujardin's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Dujardin keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kakuzo's head.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for a guillotine here but Dujardin defends easily.
Dujardin working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4#
Dujardin working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB#
Kakuzo has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Dujardin is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Kakuzo.
Dujardin staying calm.
Kakuzo struggling a bit here.
Dujardin lands a nice forearm strike.
Dujardin has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dujardin in side control lands a decent elbow.
Dujardin scoring with punches from side control.
Nakagome Kakuzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Dujardin trying to control the action but Kakuzo is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo gets back to half guard.

And that's the end of the fight!
Olivier Dujardin comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Dujardin 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Olivier Dujardin!
Olivier Dujardin thanked the fans post fight for their support.

Event: NYF 44: Sillalahi vs Yordan IV
Date: Dec 02, 2023

#R1#
Kakuzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ruiz manages to avoid it.
Kakuzo lands a jab to Ruiz's midsection.
Kakuzo misses with a looping left.#TD#
Ruiz gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kakuzo to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Kakuzo wants to pass the guard but Ruiz is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ruiz trying to control the position.
Ruiz looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kakuzo trying to control but Ruiz is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Kakuzo with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB#
Kakuzo drops back looking for a leg! Ruiz is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ruiz manages to kick Kakuzo off! Kakuzo jumps back into Ruiz's guard.
Ruiz is controlling Kakuzo's posture.#T1#
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Ruiz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ruiz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Kakuzo postures up in Ruiz's guard and throws a big left but Ruiz blocks it.
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Ruiz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kakuzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Ruiz has wrist control.
Kakuzo is fighting to break Ruiz's control of his arms but Ruiz is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Kakuzo stays in close to Ruiz's body and controls the position.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Ruiz utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kakuzo with a flurry of punches that miss.
Ruiz is trying to control the position from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#CL#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kakuzo clinches with his opponent.
Ruiz with an attempt at a knee that misses. #TD#
Kakuzo pulls Ruiz into guard.
Kakuzo keeping moving, preventing Ruiz from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ruiz defends well.
Kakuzo is trying to keep Ruiz in close. #T3#
Ruiz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kakuzo swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Kakuzo looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ruiz is one step ahead there.
Kakuzo keeping moving, preventing Ruiz from controlling successfully.
Ruiz wants to pass the guard but Kakuzo is keeping the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kakuzo is on top in guard. #REVR#
Kakuzo trying to control but Ruiz is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Kakuzo won't allow Ruiz to sweep him here.
Ruiz has momentary wrist control but Kakuzo slips an elbow through the middle.
Ruiz wants to sweep but no luck.
Ruiz working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Kakuzo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Ruiz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kakuzo's guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kakuzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ruiz gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ruiz must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Kakuzo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ruiz manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ruiz preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Ruiz is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kakuzo is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Kakuzo working the ground and pound.
Ruiz tries to improve position but can't.
Ruiz is not content to let Kakuzo control the position.
Ruiz is looking to reverse the position.
Kakuzo trying to control the position but Ruiz is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A control attempt from Ruiz but he's now mounted!
Ruiz tries to hold on but Kakuzo postures up.
A nice elbow there by Kakuzo.#T1#
Ruiz just holding on.
Ruiz gets back to half guard.
Kakuzo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kakuzo uses his free foot to push down on Ruiz's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ruiz.
Kakuzo connects with a bit shot that sees Ruiz covering up! More strikes from Kakuzo and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Kakuzo is our winner by TKO!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF 41: Babcock vs Kakuzo 2
Date: Nov 04, 2023

#R1#
Kakuzo swings widly with a right hand #TD#
and Babcock decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Kakuzo's guard.
Babcock preventing the sweep.
Babcock with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB2#
Kakuzo is looking for a triangle but Babcock pushes his legs off easily.
Babcock stopping the sweep attempt from Kakuzo.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Babcock scoring with punches to the head and body.
Babcock postures up.
Babcock cracks Kakuzo with a solid left hand.
Babcock wants to pass the guard but Kakuzo is keeping the position.
Babcock landing some decent shots from guard.
Babcock postures up and lands a big shot to Kakuzo's brow.
Babcock keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Kakuzo's head.
Babcock definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Babcock tries to free his leg and advance position but Kakuzo is retaining full guard.
Babcock has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T1#
Kakuzo is trying to control the position but Babcock postures up.
Kakuzo 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.
Kakuzo throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Kakuzo trying to control the position.
Babcock lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position but Babcock postures up.
Babcock working some strikes from top position.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kakuzo is looking for a triangle but Babcock pushes his legs off easily.
Kakuzo trying to keep a closed guard but Babcock is proving a slippery customer.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kakuzo looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
Babcock trying to control the position from guard on top but Kakuzo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Kakuzo has his foot on Babcock's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Babcock works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Kakuzo throws his legs up looking for a submission but Babcock uses it to pass to side control.
Kakuzo is looking for a sweep.
Kakuzo stops Babcock from passing to mount.
Babcock landing a few strikes.
Babcock tries to advance to mount but can't.
Babcock slows the pace down.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakuzo is looking for a sweep.
Kakuzo is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kakuzo stops Babcock from passing to mount. #T3#
Babcock wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kakuzo keeps working.
Babcock grinds an elbow into Kakuzo's temple.
Kakuzo is trying to improve his position.
Babcock lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Kakuzo down.
Kakuzo is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Babcock wants to control but Kakuzo is keeping him busy.
Babcock is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Babcock connects with a nice short shot to Kakuzo's temple.
Babcock is pressing down on Kakuzo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kakuzo is holding on for now.
Babcock wants to control but Kakuzo is keeping him busy. #T4#
Kakuzo is looking to improve his position.
Babcock scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Kakuzo wants to get back to his feet.
Kakuzo wants to control but Babcock is keeping busy.
Babcock working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2#
Kakuzo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
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. Babcock connects with a nice short shot to Kakuzo's temple.
Babcock wants to pass the guard but Kakuzo is defending well.
Babcock is thwarting Kakuzo's attempts to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jesse Thomas Babcock dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Kakuzo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Babcock tries to avoid it but Kakuzo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Babcock to the ground. Babcock escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Babcock gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Babcock moves out of range.
Babcock takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakuzo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Babcock.
Babcock ducks under a wild hook from Kakuzo.
Babcock is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakuzo can do to turn this around?
Babcock checks a low kick from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo cracks Babcock with a good jab.
Babcock misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo thows a leg kick but Babcock checks it #TD#
and Babcock counters with a nice double leg into side control. Kakuzo won't be happy with that.
Kakuzo tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakuzo tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Babcock scores with a couple of good head shots there. #T1#
Babcock prevents Kakuzo from getting the reversal.
Babcock trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Babcock lands a big shot there that rocks Kakuzo but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Babcock landing punches.
Kakuzo is desperately trying to improve his position but Babcock has a good base and remains in mount.
Kakuzo manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Kakuzo tries to roll over but Babcock keeps him under control.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Babcock lands a nice short elbow.
Kakuzo is trying to maintain the position but Babcock is very close to passing his half guard.
Kakuzo tries to get to full guard but Babcock has control of the leg. #T2#
Babcock works his foot free and advances to mount.
Kakuzo is desperately trying to improve his position but Babcock has a good base and remains in mount.
Babcock landing punches.
Babcock pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#Kakuzo is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Babcock working Kakuzo over with strikes here.
Kakuzo is still in real trouble! Can Babcock finish him?
Jesse Thomas Babcock overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Kakuzo is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kakuzo takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Babcock's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jesse Thomas Babcock!
Jesse Thomas Babcock retains his welterweight title!
Our winner, Jesse Thomas Babcock, 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: NYF 37: Kakuzo vs Babcock
Date: Oct 07, 2023

#R1#
Kakuzo misses with a body shot. #TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Kakuzo lands in his opponent's guard.
Kakuzo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Babcock works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Babcock is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Babcock looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kakuzo wants to pass the guard but Babcock is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Babcock lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Kakuzo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Kakuzo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Kakuzo wants to improve his position but instead Babcock has moved into half guard.
Babcock lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Babcock pulls his head out easily.
Kakuzo wants to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Babcock.
Babcock seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kakuzo does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Babcock tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kakuzo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Babcock 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.
Babcock trying to mount his opponent but Kakuzo defends it. #T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kakuzo is trying to get back to full guard.
Kakuzo has a hand on Babcock's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Babcock takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Babcock lands a nice shot to the head.
Babcock trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kakuzo is trying desperately to improve position.
Babcock lands a big elbow.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuzo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
BOOM! Babcock connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Kakuzo keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Babcock lands with some strikes.#T3#
Kakuzo manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Babcock lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Kakuzo actively working from the bottom here.
Babcock working Kakuzo over with strikes. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kakuzo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kakuzo regains full guard. Nicely done.
Babcock forces his way into half guard.
Babcock trying to control the action but Kakuzo is working from the bottom.
Babcock wants to pass to mount but Kakuzo is defending the position. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Babcock wants to take a breather but Kakuzo is having none of it.
Kakuzo is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Babcock scores with a couple of nice shots.
Babcock is looking to advance position but Kakuzo won't allow it. #SUB#
Kakuzo actively working from the bottom here.
Babcock is looking to advance position but Kakuzo won't allow it.
Babcock passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Kakuzo!
Babcock breaks from Kakuzo's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Kakuzo is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jesse Thomas Babcock dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Babcock throws a hook but Kakuzo blocks it.
As Babcock backs away, Kakuzo returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Babcock throws out a loose jab but Kakuzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakuzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A bone on bone clash there as Babcock blocks the leg kick.
Kakuzo tries to score a power double leg takedown but Babcock sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Kakuzo somewhat.
An inside leg kick from Kakuzo misses.
Kakuzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A jab from Babcock misses.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakuzo there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kakuzo connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Kakuzo buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Babcock connects with a looping right hand.
Kakuzo is looking to clinch but Babcock is avoiding it. #T1#
Kakuzo lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Kakuzo throws a hook but Babcock blocks it.
Babcock appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Kakuzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Babcock swings for the body but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Kakuzo missing with a left hand there. Babcock was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Babcock throws out a counter right but Kakuzo avoids it with no problem.
Kakuzo ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Good standup being displayed there by Kakuzo as he connects with a hook.
Babcock avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kakuzo misses with a hook.
Good shot there by Kakuzo.
Babcock connects with a jab.
Kakuzo cracks Babcock with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Babcock has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Babcock loads up on a big right hand but Kakuzo slips the punch.
Babcock uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo misses with a looping left.
It seemed like Babcock was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
Babcock uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kakuzo.
It seemed like Babcock was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Babcock pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakuzo looks to land a combination but Babcock avoids it well.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakuzo defending well as Babcock loads up on a big left hand.
Kakuzo misses with a double jab.
Kakuzo moves in looking to clinch but Babcock pushes him off.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut. Babcock saw that one coming.
Kakuzo looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A little jabbing left from Babcock on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Babcock looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakuzo is just out of range.
Nakagome Kakuzo is winning the standup battle so far.
Babcock looks to throw the jab but Kakuzo is out of range.
Kakuzo tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Babcock manages to circle out of the way.
Kakuzo staying out of range there.
Babcock misses with a few strikes there.
Kakuzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #T3#
Babcock ducks under a wild hook from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo scores with a leg kick.
Kakuzo throws a hook but Babcock blocks it.
Babcock looks to land a combination but Kakuzo avoids it well.
Babcock swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Babcock throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakuzo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
An inside leg kick from Kakuzo misses.
Kakuzo tests Babcock's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Babcock throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Kakuzo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
A good leg kick by Kakuzo.
A nice leg kick from Kakuzo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakuzo lands a head shot.
Kakuzo throws a lazy right hand but Babcock sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Babcock appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T4#
Babcock looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakuzo is just out of range.
Kakuzo throws a jab when Babcock was well out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Babcock just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakuzo lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakuzo lands a nice hook to Babcock's body. Babcock takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Babcock lands a nice hook to Kakuzo's body. Kakuzo takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Babcock throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakuzo tries to close the distance and clinch but Babcock swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Kakuzo is looking to land body kicks.
Kakuzo loads up on a big right hand but Babcock slips the punch.
Kakuzo fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Babcock has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Babcock misses with a straight left.
Babcock fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakuzo manages to avoid it.
Kakuzo scores with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Kakuzo.#TD#
Kakuzo scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Babcock preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura here.
Kakuzo is trying to control the action in half guard but Babcock is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Babcock is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Kakuzo is nestled in close to Babcock, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Jesse Thomas Babcock has got the better of the ground game so far.
Babcock regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Kakuzo won't allow Babcock to sweep him here.
Kakuzo trying to control the position from guard on top but Babcock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Babcock wants to sweep here but Kakuzo controlling him for the moment.
Babcock keeping moving, preventing Kakuzo from controlling successfully. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Babcock manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kakuzo manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Babcock works over Kakuzo with some ground and pound from guard.
Babcock makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Kakuzo has momentary wrist control but Babcock slips an elbow through the middle.#SUB#
Babcock got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kakuzo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Babcock has managed to get both his arms back between Kakuzo's legs - danger averted.
Babcock stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kakuzo swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Babcock defends well.
Babcock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kakuzo is keeping the position for now. #T3#
Babcock working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Babcock lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Babcock wants to pass the guard but Kakuzo is keeping the position.
Kakuzo is striking but Babcock is not phased and passes to half guard.
Kakuzo wants to control the action here but instead Babcock manages to pass to full mount!
Babcock landing shots from mount.
Kakuzo manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Babcock is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Babcock looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kakuzo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #T4##SUB#
Kakuzo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Babcock pulls his head out easily.
Babcock lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Babcock controlling the action here.
Babcock is pressing down on Kakuzo's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kakuzo is holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kakuzo gets back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close third round but Jesse Thomas Babcock just about did enough to take it.
That's time! Back to the action!#R4#
Kakuzo tries for a takedown but Babcock sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Babcock lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Babcock but Babcock pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kakuzo.
Babcock keeps Kakuzo under control for a moment.#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Babcock knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo is looking to take a break and control but Babcock is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Kakuzo throws a strike aimed at the side of Babcock's head but Babcock avoids it well.#T1#
You can see the frustration on Babcock's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Babcock manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Kakuzo throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Babcock to regain full guard.
Babcock avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Kakuzo passes Babcock's left leg - he's now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Babcock manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Babcock wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kakuzo with a flurry of punches that miss. #T2#
Kakuzo throws a strike but Babcock rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Babcock postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Babcock works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Babcock scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Babcock looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kakuzo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over.
Babcock looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Kakuzo with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Nice strikes from Babcock there.
Babcock seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #ROC2#Kakuzo is rocked!#T3#
Babcock scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Oh Kakuzo is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kakuzo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nice strikes from Babcock there.
Kakuzo tries to roll over but Babcock keeps him under control.
Babcock tries to pass to full mount but Kakuzo defends it.
Babcock not doing much here.
Kakuzo is refusing to be controlled, as Babcock sits in half guard.
Kakuzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Kakuzo gets back to full guard. #T4##SUB#
Kakuzo is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Kakuzo has momentary wrist control but Babcock slips an elbow through the middle.
Kakuzo trying to control the position.
Babcock trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Babcock content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Kakuzo isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Babcock stacks Kakuzo on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Babcock!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Babcock works to advance to full mount. Kakuzo defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jesse Thomas Babcock dominated that fourth round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Babcock throws an overhand right that lands on Kakuzo's shoulder, as Kakuzo tries to avoid the shot.
Babcock misses with a body shot.
Babcock takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Babcock is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Kakuzo throws a leg kick which misses Babcock's front leg but catches the back leg as Babcock tries to avoid it.
Kakuzo missing with a left hand there. Babcock was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Babcock throws a body punch but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut.
Babcock blocks a low kick nicely.
A little jabbing left from Babcock on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Kakuzo tries to clinch up.
Babcock circles away from the clinch attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo connects with the punch.
Kakuzo misses with a takedown attempt - Babcock sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Babcock tries to clinch there but Kakuzo circles away. #T1#
Jab by Babcock.
Kakuzo is looking to clinch but Babcock is avoiding it.
Babcock throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Kakuzo on the side of the head.
Kakuzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kakuzo shoots in looking for a takedown. Babcock tries to sprawl out of it but Kakuzo keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Babcock manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
A jab from Babcock misses.
Kakuzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Babcock.
Babcock lands the left hand.
Kakuzo connects with a good right hand that stumbles Babcock. Babcock circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Kakuzo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Kakuzo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Kakuzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Babcock keeps working. #SUB#
Kakuzo working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Babcock struggling a bit here.
Sloppy strikes there by Kakuzo.#T3#
Kakuzo misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Babcock can't do much from the bottom here.
Babcock avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Kakuzo.
Babcock tries to bench press Kakuzo off him but Kakuzo keeps the position.
Babcock wants to control but Kakuzo postures up.#SUB#
Kakuzo goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Babcock rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Kakuzo's guard! Nice work there by Babcock!
Kakuzo can't keep his opponent in guard - Babcock advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back.#T4#
Babcock wants to control but Kakuzo is keeping him busy.
Babcock blocks the strikes from Kakuzo. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Kakuzo on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Babcock 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.
Kakuzo tries to roll over but Babcock keeps him under control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Babcock lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Nakagome Kakuzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Babcock pulls his head out easily.

And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Nakagome Kakuzo.
I think Babcock has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 47:48
Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 47:48
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 47:48

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jesse Thomas Babcock!
Jesse Thomas Babcock is the new welterweight champion!
After winning the bout, Jesse Thomas Babcock thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.

Event: NYF 35: Crispian vs Santos
Date: Sep 23, 2023

#R1#
Carter ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakuzo moves away.
Kakuzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
A countering left hand to the body from Carter misses.
Carter misses with a jab, cross combination.
Kakuzo moves to clinch but Carter breaks away
and Carter makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kakuzo pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Carter just misses with a punch to the body.
Kakuzo fails to land the takedown.
Nice defenses there by Carter.
A slapping leg kick lands for Carter.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Carter circles away from the clinch attempt.
Carter lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CUT2#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Carter takes one on the button.
Kakuzo misses with a looping left.
Carter drops his hands momentarily and Kakuzo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T1#
Carter throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kakuzo counters with a right hand to the body.
Kakuzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Carter.
Carter is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kakuzo rather than just go for the knockout.
Carter slips a jab from Kakuzo.#TD#
Kakuzo gets a takedown into half guard.
Kakuzo working over Carter with some ground and pound. Carter looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Kakuzo is trying to control. Carter wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kakuzo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Carter defending well though.
Carter wants to get back to full guard.
Ground and pound from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo thows a huge punch but Carter dodges it nicely.
Kakuzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Kakuzo prevents Carter from improving his position.#T2#
Kakuzo looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Carter with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Carter can do anything to dispel that myth.
Kakuzo winds up and cracks Carter with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB#
Kakuzo is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Carter is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nakagome Kakuzo!
Nakagome Kakuzo retains his welterweight title!

Event: NYF 32: Traumen vs Adams
Date: Sep 02, 2023

#R1#
Dujardin throws a right hand that misses
and Dujardin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dujardin throws a jab when Kakuzo was well out of range.
Kakuzo throws a jab when Dujardin was well out of range.
Dujardin swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakuzo looks to land a left hand but Dujardin moved out of range nicely.
Kakuzo doesn't manage to clinch there - Dujardin circles away.
A slow jab from Dujardin misses its intended target.
Kakuzo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Kakuzo takes the fight into the clinch.
Kakuzo is trying to pull guard but Dujardin has him pressed against the cage.
Kakuzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Dujardin. #TD#
Dujardin tightens his grip and picks Kakuzo up, before dumping him to the ground. Kakuzo manages to land in guard. #SUB2#
Dujardin is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Kakuzo has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Dujardin is looking to defend but Kakuzo has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Dujardin! Kakuzo pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Dujardin taps out and this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nakagome Kakuzo!
Nakagome Kakuzo is the new welterweight champion!

Event: NYF 29: Donal vs Rotiz
Date: Aug 12, 2023

#R1#
Zoldyck throws a low kick but Kakuzo avoids it.
Zoldyck throws an overhand right that lands on Kakuzo's shoulder, as Kakuzo tries to avoid the shot.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo lands a head kick. Zoldyck smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Kakuzo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Zoldyck checks a low kick from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo misses with a leg kick
enabling Zoldyck to counter with a crisp jab.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Kakuzo - that will leave a mark!
Zoldyck with a nice calf kick.
Kakuzo doesn't manage to clinch there - Zoldyck circles away.
A little jabbing left from Zoldyck on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Jab from Zoldyck.
Kakuzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Zoldyck misses with a wild body shot.
Zoldyck goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Zoldyck tries a low kick but Kakuzo avoids it.
Kakuzo lands with a hook. Zoldyck tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T1#
Zoldyck throws a wild body kick that Kakuzo sees coming a mile off.
Zoldyck avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A bone on bone clash there as Kakuzo blocks the leg kick.
Zoldyck fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Zoldyck did well to prevent Kakuzo getting side control.
Zoldyck wants to improve his position but Kakuzo is controlling well.
Kakuzo throwing shots but Zoldyck is blocking nicely.
Zoldyck felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Kakuzo lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Kakuzo scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Zoldyck wants to improve his position but Kakuzo is controlling well.
Kakuzo looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T2#
Kakuzo prevents Zoldyck from improving his position.
Zoldyck keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Zoldyck moves into full guard.
Kakuzo won't allow Zoldyck to sweep him here.
Kakuzo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zoldyck is on top in guard. #REVB##SUB#
Kakuzo is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zoldyck defends well.
Zoldyck must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Zoldyck works over Kakuzo with some ground and pound from guard.
Kakuzo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zoldyck stopping the sweep attempt from Kakuzo.
Zoldyck working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kakuzo's head.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position but Zoldyck postures up.
Kakuzo trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Zoldyck wants to pass the guard but Kakuzo is keeping the position.#T4#
Zoldyck wants to control from the top but Kakuzo keeps moving.
Kakuzo throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Zoldyck throws a big right hand that misses.
Zoldyck wants to control from the top but Kakuzo keeps moving.
Zoldyck lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for a guillotine here but Zoldyck defends easily.
Kakuzo is looking to stand up but Zoldyck isn't so interested in that idea. #SUB#
Kakuzo has his foot on Zoldyck's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zoldyck 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 round but I would say that Nakagome Kakuzo will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Kakuzo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zoldyck.
Good standup being displayed there by Zoldyck as he connects with a hook.
Kakuzo throws a right hand that Zoldyck ducks under and follows up with a left that Zoldyck also avoids with ease.
Kakuzo throws a shot from downtown. Zoldyck moves away and avoids it.
Zoldyck throws a head kick but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Kakuzo scores with a jab to the jaw.
Kakuzo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Zoldyck only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Nice shot lands for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo fails with an attempt to clinch.
A right-left combo lands from Kakuzo.
Zoldyck misses with a right hand
and Kakuzo counters with a straight right hand.
Zoldyck ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Nakagome Kakuzo is winning the standup battle so far.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zoldyck throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kakuzo sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kakuzo slips a jab and a cross from Zoldyck.
Kakuzo slips a jab from Zoldyck.#T1#
Zoldyck misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Kakuzo has managed to clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Zoldyck.
A shot in the inside from Zoldyck.
A short body shot lands from Zoldyck as the two fighters clinch.
Kakuzo is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Zoldyck pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo tried to score with a low kick but Zoldyck checks it.
Kakuzo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Zoldyck throws a leg kick which misses Kakuzo's front leg but catches the back leg as Kakuzo tries to avoid it.
Nice uppercut lands for Kakuzo. That snapped Zoldyck's head back.
Kakuzo scores with a head kick.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses. #CL#
Kakuzo forces Zoldyck back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Zoldyck pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Zoldyck is having none of it. #T2#
Kakuzo takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #CL#
Kakuzo moves into the clinch successfully.
Zoldyck works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process. #BC#
Kakuzo pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo goes for a double leg but Zoldyck avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Zoldyck continues to drive forward.#TD#
Kakuzo drags the fight down to the ground.
Zoldyck landing with the ground and pound.
Kakuzo keeping moving, preventing Zoldyck from controlling successfully.
Zoldyck trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Nakagome Kakuzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zoldyck lands a couple of elbows.
Zoldyck stands up over Kakuzo, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Zoldyck wants to pass the guard but Kakuzo is keeping the position.#SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #T3#
Zoldyck lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Kakuzo wants to get back to his feet but Zoldyck passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Zoldyck is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kakuzo trying to control here.
Zoldyck not doing much here.
Kakuzo wants to get back to his feet.
Kakuzo trying to control from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Kakuzo actively working from the bottom here.
Kakuzo trying to control but Zoldyck postures up.
Zoldyck blocks the strikes from Kakuzo. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Zoldyck uses his free foot to push down on Kakuzo's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Kakuzo.
Zoldyck is in the full mount, landing strikes.
Zoldyck lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning.
Zoldyck pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Zoldyck landing strikes from the mount.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Killua Zoldyck showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Zoldyck keeps Kakuzo at a distance using the push kick.
Kakuzo throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kakuzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Kakuzo waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Zoldyck.
Some wild striking there from Kakuzo.
Zoldyck dodges the punch combination from Kakuzo.
Zoldyck counters with a body kick.
Zoldyck on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Kakuzo. Kakuzo obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zoldyck throws a push kick but Kakuzo slaps the foot to one side. #CL#
Kakuzo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Zoldyck, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Zoldyck manages to break the clinch.
Kakuzo has his takedown stuffed
and Zoldyck counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Kakuzo moves in looking to clinch but Zoldyck pushes him off.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Zoldyck moves out of range.
Kakuzo misses with a wild combination.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Zoldyck fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakuzo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Zoldyck keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakuzo checks a low kick from Zoldyck.
Zoldyck misses with a body shot.
Kakuzo staying out of range there.
Kakuzo throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Kakuzo lands with an overhand left.
Zoldyck takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Kakuzo connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2#
Kakuzo slips under a jab from Zoldyck.
Kakuzo scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but Zoldyck shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Zoldyck connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Kakuzo checks a leg kick.
Kakuzo throws a sloppy head kick and Zoldyck moves out of range easily.
Kakuzo misses with a wild combination.
Zoldyck takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kakuzo connects with a solid leg kick.
A low kick lands for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Zoldyck.
Zoldyck jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Good standup being displayed there by Kakuzo as he connects with a hook.
Zoldyck misses the body punch
letting Kakuzo counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Zoldyck misses the target.
Some bone on bone action there as Zoldyck checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Zoldyck misses with a body kick.
Nice straight punches there by Kakuzo. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kakuzo.
Zoldyck ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kakuzo moves away.
Kakuzo scores with a nice body kick.
Kakuzo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Kakuzo throws a body punch but Zoldyck moves out of range.
Kakuzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakuzo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Zoldyck looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks. #T4#
Kakuzo blocks a low kick nicely.
Killua Zoldyck is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zoldyck fails to land with a series of punches.
Kakuzo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Zoldyck tries to counter with a clinch but Kakuzo shakes him off and moves away.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo tries to land a body kick
and Zoldyck counters with a series of strikes. Kakuzo will be more careful next time no doubt. #TD#
Zoldyck tries to sprawl but Kakuzo drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Kakuzo is looking to advance position but Zoldyck won't allow it.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kakuzo prevents Zoldyck from improving his position.
Kakuzo winds up and cracks Zoldyck with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Zoldyck is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kakuzo is figuring out what he wants to do next.

And that's the end of the fight!
Nakagome Kakuzo showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Kakuzo 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 29:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: NYF Fight Night 6
Date: Jul 28, 2023

#R1#
White with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kakuzo to score with a decent uppercut.
White swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kakuzo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
White lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
White throws an overhand right that lands on Kakuzo's shoulder, as Kakuzo tries to avoid the shot.
White moves out of range of the strikes.
Kakuzo has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from White finds it's way round the side to connect with Kakuzo's head.
A combination from Kakuzo does no damage. #CL2#
Kakuzo has managed to clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by White as Kakuzo tries to tie him up.
Kakuzo throws an elbow but it misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from White.
Kakuzo tries to score a body lock takedown but White shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kakuzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
White lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kakuzo backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
White gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kakuzo.
White lands a right hand.
Kakuzo looking for a takedown.
Fredrik White has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Still in the clinch, White scores with a nice short uppercut.
White has a couple of punches blocked by Kakuzo. #T1#
White lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
White tries to land a knee to the head but Kakuzo blocks with his arms.
Kakuzo looking to slow down the pace here.
White stops a takedown attempt from Kakuzo.
White misses with a punch on the inside. #TD2#
Kakuzo gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, White regains guard.

White manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
Our sources have told us that White has been working on his elbows in the gym.#TD2#
Kakuzo has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but White regains guard immediately.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
White wants to stand and escape but Kakuzo is having none of it.
Kakuzo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as White works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
White has momentary wrist control but Kakuzo slips an elbow through the middle.
Kakuzo stops White from standing up.
Kakuzo throwing strikes from guard but White blocks nicely.
White avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
White is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##ES#
White has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Kakuzo off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
A swing and a miss from White.
White is looking to clinch.
Kakuzo swinging wildly here.
White tries to clinch but Kakuzo is having none of it.
Kakuzo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? White is fending him off so far but Kakuzo persists. Nope, White circles away and we're back to standing.
White looks to score with a jab to the body but Kakuzo is just out of range.#CL#
White moves into the clinch.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but White forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, White creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but White won't allow it.
White with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
White misses with a body punch. #BC2#
Kakuzo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Kakuzo gets a double leg takedown into White's guard.#T3#
Kakuzo won't allow White to get back to his feet.
Kakuzo throwing strikes but missing.
Kakuzo is looking to stand up but White won't let him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
White utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses.
Kakuzo throwing strikes but missing.
White wants to stand up but Kakuzo is controlling him.
Kakuzo throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Kakuzo postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kakuzo stops White from standing up.
White knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Kakuzo on the ground.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Kakuzo trying to control but White is working from the bottom.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Kakuzo works over White with some ground and pound from guard.
White wants to stand but Kakuzo is controlling the position.
White trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Kakuzo digs a good hook to White's body.
Kakuzo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
White takes one on the button.
White takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CL2#
Kakuzo rushes White and presses him up against the cage.
White misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakuzo is trying to drag White to the mat but White just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Fredrik White will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut.
Kakuzo fakes high and swings low for a body shot but White manages to avoid it.
White clobbers Kakuzo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakuzo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from White.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says White as he avoids it easily.
White tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakuzo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
White misses with a looping right.
White keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kakuzo.
White throws out a powerful jab.
Kakuzo tries to land a front kick but White steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A left lands for White.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Kakuzo drives through and clinches with White against the cage.
Kakuzo jumps guard but White stands there with Kakuzo around his waist. Kakuzo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Fredrik White has scored more points in the clinch so far.
White with a knee to the head.
White pushes Kakuzo back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakuzo wants to stall.
White throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
White lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kakuzo is looking for a takedown up against the cage. White gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Fredrik White has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
White misses with some punches.
Kakuzo looking to slow down the pace here.
White lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kakuzo tries to pull guard but White won't allow it.
Kakuzo is looking to take this one to the mat.
Kakuzo is breathing heavily.
White is pressed up against the cage. Kakuzo has hold of a leg and is looking to drag White down to the mat. White avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
White lands with a nice body punch. #CL#
White has managed to clinch.
Kakuzo has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
White is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakuzo can do to turn this around?
White lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Kakuzo.
White lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
White lands a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
White lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T2#
Kakuzo jumps guard but White stands there with Kakuzo around his waist. Kakuzo gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
White manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
White lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A short right from White.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from White.
White throws a punch but it's blocked by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo goes for a takedown attempt but White pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
White moves in looking to clinch but Kakuzo pushes him off.
White wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Fredrik White seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
White fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakuzo manages to avoid it.
Kakuzo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from White with a body shot.
Kakuzo misses with a straight left.
Kakuzo keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
White fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kakuzo, pushing him back against the cage.
White lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
White lands a body shot. #T3#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for White.
White connects with a nasty looking knee right to Kakuzo's face.
Kakuzo avoids the elbow strike from White, against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#TD2#
Kakuzo has dropped down and is working for a takedown. White is trying to keep an underhook but Kakuzo manages to get the takedown into half guard.
Kakuzo missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
White is looking to escape.
Kakuzo landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
White on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if White tries to get out of the position.
White tries to kick Kakuzo off but Kakuzo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
White on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Kakuzo missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
White is trying to stand back up but Kakuzo is controlling him
Kakuzo not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Kakuzo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. White defending well though.
White wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Kakuzo is working for a kimura but White is defending it quite comfortably.
White pushes Kakuzo off looking to stand but Kakuzo dives back in and keeps control.
Kakuzo trying to control the action but White is working from the bottom.
White taking some punishment here, with Kakuzo in his half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
White is refusing to be controlled, as Kakuzo sits in half guard.
White tries to kick Kakuzo off but Kakuzo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Fredrik White dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3##TD2#
Kakuzo manages to get an easy takedown there - catching White on his heels. He'll look to pass White's guard now, I'm sure.
White wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Kakuzo manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Kakuzo takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Kakuzo thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed White's head.
White looks like he's trying to stand up.
Nakagome Kakuzo has got the better of the ground game so far.
White avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
White looks like he's trying to stand up. #SUB2#
Kakuzo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, White has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1#
Kakuzo trying to control from half guard but White is working away.
White avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Kakuzo.
White tries to kick Kakuzo off but Kakuzo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Kakuzo seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Kakuzo is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, White has managed to free his arm - good work.
White looks like he's trying to stand up.
White taking some punishment here, with Kakuzo in his half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Kakuzo in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. White tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Kakuzo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: RISE 183
Date: Jul 01, 2023

#R1#
Kakuzo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Wheeler only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Wheeler slips under a jab.
It seemed like Wheeler was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Wheeler misses with a few strikes there. #TD#
Kakuzo fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Wheeler sprawls well initially but Kakuzo persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Wheeler manages to get to full guard. #SUB2#
Kakuzo content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Wheeler has locked up a guillotine! Wheeler's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Kakuzo is holding on here and Wheeler must be using up a lot of energy. Kakuzo has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Wheeler gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Rylan Wheeler!
Rylan Wheeler made sure to mention his sponsor, Stoner's Killer Apparel in his post fight interview.

Event: RISE 175
Date: Jun 03, 2023

#R1#
Beneke lands a nice shot that snaps Kakuzo's head back.
The fighters circling - Beneke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sloppy strikes from Beneke. Those never looked like landing.
As Beneke backs off Kakuzo throws a huge counter combo but Beneke manages to avoid it all.
Kakuzo dodges the punch combination from Beneke.
Beneke misses with a straight right.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Beneke moves out of range.
Kakuzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Beneke thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakuzo is trying to counter with his kicks.
Beneke paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kakuzo throws a body shot but no joy.
Sloppy strikes from Beneke. Those never looked like landing. #TD2#
Kakuzo closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Beneke's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beneke looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES#
Beneke manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Beneke throws an overhand right that lands on Kakuzo's shoulder, as Kakuzo tries to avoid the shot.
Beneke works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Beneke throws a big shot that misses.
Beneke lands a high kick! #T1#
Beneke connects with a nice looking jab.
Kakuzo dives in and grabs Beneke's left leg, looking for a takedown. Beneke pushes down on Kakuzo's head and hops out.
Beneke lands with a cross.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Beneke as he avoids it easily.
Kakuzo takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Nice shot by Beneke.
Beneke getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Some wild striking there from Beneke.
Kakuzo tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Beneke fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakuzo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Beneke takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Good leg kick by Kakuzo.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Beneke takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kakuzo avoids a kick to the body.
No joy there for Kakuzo, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Beneke avoids the head kick by Kakuzo. #T2#
Beneke throws an overhand right that lands on Kakuzo's shoulder, as Kakuzo tries to avoid the shot.
Kakuzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Beneke lands a jab to the head.
Beneke misses with a leg kick
and Kakuzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Kakuzo misses with a head kick.
Beneke connects with a leg kick.
Kakuzo does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Beneke misses with a right hand
and Beneke takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Beneke misses with a kick to the body.
Beneke lands a jab to the nose.
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Kakuzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mark Beneke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Beneke scores with a hook.
Beneke dives in for a single leg takedown but Kakuzo sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC#
Beneke escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kakuzo pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kakuzo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Kakuzo throws a head kick but Beneke moves out of range.
It looked like Beneke wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T3#
Kakuzo cracks a nice hook into Beneke's ribs.
Beneke smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Beneke.
Kakuzo steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Beneke.
Beneke looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Kakuzo misses with a low kick.
Beneke throws a big counter combination but Kakuzo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
A jab lands there for Beneke.
Kakuzo slips a straight right by Beneke.
Beneke misses with a looping left.
Kakuzo is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Beneke scores with a decent looking hook.
Beneke throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kakuzo.
Sloppy strikes from Kakuzo. Those never looked like landing.
Kakuzo swings for the body but Beneke moves out of range.
Beneke avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Beneke scores with a jab. Kakuzo acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Beneke lands with a straight right. Kakuzo didn't see that one coming.
Beneke lands the left hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nice defenses there by Kakuzo.
Beneke rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Kakuzo counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T4#
Kakuzo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Beneke scores with a punch to the head.
Beneke avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Beneke misses the jab.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses.
Beneke fires out a quick counter leg kick but Kakuzo just manages to avoid it.
Beneke fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kakuzo is out of range.
Kakuzo thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kakuzo takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kakuzo throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Beneke.
A low kick from Beneke misses
and Kakuzo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Beneke circles away from the clinch attempt
and Beneke connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick from Beneke lands but Kakuzo takes it in his stride.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mark Beneke dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Kakuzo throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Beneke throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kakuzo throws a fast counter high kick but Beneke manages to duck under it in time.
Kakuzo goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Beneke.
Beneke looks to throw the jab but Kakuzo is out of range.
Beneke lands an overhand right.
Kakuzo is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A punch lands to the side of Beneke 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Beneke loads up on a big right hand but Kakuzo slips the punch.
Beneke jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Beneke.
Beneke is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakuzo can do to turn this around?
Kakuzo looks to land a combination. Beneke sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Beneke ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kakuzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beneke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakuzo. #CL2#
Beneke tries to keep at a distance but Kakuzo has taken the fight into the clinch.
Kakuzo is struggling to control the position.
Kakuzo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakuzo is working for takedown but Beneke is calmly controlling the position for now.#T1##BC#
Beneke pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Beneke is fending him off so far but Kakuzo persists. Nope, Beneke circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Kakuzo throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Beneke was covering up waiting for the punch and Kakuzo finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Kakuzo drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Beneke dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Beneke is stalling in the full guard.
Kakuzo looking to control.
Beneke has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Beneke avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Beneke wanted to stand there but Kakuzo had control of the position. #T2#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kakuzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Beneke can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Beneke wants to stand but Kakuzo has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU#
Beneke gets to his feet - Kakuzo follows without any prompting. #T3#
Beneke tried to score with a low kick but Kakuzo checks it.
Kakuzo throws a series of punches but Beneke avoids them all with ease.
Beneke connects with a nice looking jab.
Kakuzo throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Beneke is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Beneke misses with a hook. Kakuzo ducked under it nicely.
Kakuzo moves away from the strike by Beneke.
Beneke throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kakuzo counters with a nice body shot.
Kakuzo is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Beneke.
Beneke misses with an attempted mid kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Beneke. That's going to slow Kakuzo down.
Kakuzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Beneke.
Beneke attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kakuzo scores with a head kick. Beneke tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Donk. Beneke catches Kakuzo right on the button with a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A swing and a miss from Beneke.
Kakuzo lands a leg kick that knocks Beneke off balance momentarily.#T4#
Kakuzo needs to keep his hands up - Beneke had a free shot at his head there.
Kakuzo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Beneke swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Mark Beneke has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Kakuzo is trying hard to land a takedown here. Beneke sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Beneke throws a jab when Kakuzo was well out of range.
Beneke misses with a straight left.
Beneke feints and then cracks Kakuzo's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Kakuzo down.
Kakuzo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Beneke swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kakuzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kakuzo misses with a head kick.
A little feinted left hand from Beneke on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Some wild striking there from Beneke.
Kakuzo is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Beneke with a body shot.
Kakuzo lands an overhand right.
A telegraphed right hand from Kakuzo misses the target.
Kakuzo has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Beneke scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Beneke throws a right and a left that Kakuzo avoids nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Mark Beneke dominated that second round.
That's time! Beneke's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Beneke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakuzo.
Beneke shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kakuzo as he avoids it easily.
Kakuzo changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Beneke scores with a hook.
Kakuzo slips under a jab from Beneke.
Beneke showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo lands a right hook to the body.
Mark Beneke is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakuzo misses with a two punch combination.
Sloppy strikes from Kakuzo. Those never looked like landing.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Beneke misses with a left hand
and Kakuzo counters with a low kick, right behind Beneke 's knee.
Beneke keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakuzo fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Beneke avoids it really well and circles away.#T1#
Beneke tests Kakuzo's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Beneke fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kakuzo on the side of the head.
Beneke misses with a double jab
letting Kakuzo counter with a right hand.
Kakuzo chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Beneke can pounce on him.
Beneke misses with a straight right.
Beneke throws a wild body kick that Kakuzo sees coming a mile off.
Kakuzo appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Beneke throws the left hand but Kakuzo avoids the punch easily.
Kakuzo misses with a head kick.
Kakuzo moves out of range of the strikes.
Beneke throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Beneke lands a jab to Kakuzo's midsection.
Beneke lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Beneke pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kakuzo is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T2#
Beneke tries a head kick but it misses. #TD2#
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.

Beneke manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Beneke is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Beneke wants to break free but Kakuzo has control.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Beneke.
Beneke wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kakuzo has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Beneke pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo has a takedown stuffed.
Kakuzo scores with the left hand. Beneke knows he should have avoided that one.
Beneke misses with a left hand
and Kakuzo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Kakuzo slips under a jab.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses.
Kakuzo throws a nice head kick! #T3#
Kakuzo takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Kakuzo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakuzo blocks a jab.
Beneke slips a jab from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Kakuzo punishes Beneke's body with a nice straight punch.
Kakuzo slips under a jab.
Beneke catches Kakuzo with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Beneke throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Kakuzo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nakagome Kakuzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Beneke misses with a hook. Kakuzo ducked under it nicely.
Beneke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakuzo.
Beneke misses with a straight left.
Kakuzo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Beneke throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakuzo counters with a stiff right hand.
Beneke lands with an uppercut that bounces Kakuzo off the cage and back into range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Donk. Beneke catches Kakuzo right on the button with a cross.
Beneke misses with a wild combination. #T4#
Kakuzo takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Beneke waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakuzo.
Nice uppercut there from Beneke.
Kakuzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A slow jab from Kakuzo misses its intended target.
Kakuzo is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Beneke.
Kakuzo staying out of range there.
Kakuzo throws a fast counter high kick but Beneke manages to duck under it in time.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut.
A little feinted left hand from Beneke on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
A nice leg kick lands there from Beneke.
Mark Beneke is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Kakuzo's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Beneke scores with a kick to the body.
Kakuzo looks to land a combination but Beneke avoids it well.
Beneke jabs Kakuzo right on the nose. Kakuzo blinks but takes it well.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Beneke scores with a nice right hand.
Beneke tries a head kick but it misses.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Arvi Lind scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mark Beneke!
Mark Beneke bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: TWGC 39 (170lbs, D3): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023

185 cm
23 yrs
180 lbs

175 cm
23 yrs
155 lbs

Kakuzo

Fella

This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the welterweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Nakagome Kakuzo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Stella Fella!
The judges for this bout are Paul Aken, Paulsen Ambrosius and Saam Ante.

The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kakuzo tries for a takedown but Fella sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Fella tries to counter with a clinch but Kakuzo shakes him off and moves away.#CL#
Kakuzo takes the fight into the clinch.
Kakuzo is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Kakuzo wants to take the fight to the mat but Fella manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Fella changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Kakuzo fights it off and pushes away nicely. #CL#
Kakuzo clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Kakuzo drags the fight down to the ground.
Fella content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Kakuzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fella can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T1#
Fella controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Fella works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Fella is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Kakuzo defends it well. #SUB#
Kakuzo actively working from the bottom here.
Kakuzo tries to get to full guard but Fella has control of the leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Fella content to control rather than advance. #T2#
Kakuzo wants to control but Fella is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Kakuzo wants to get back to full guard but Fella has mounted him!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kakuzo (0) vs (3) Fella
Kakuzo tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Fella sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kakuzo 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.
Fella not doing much here.
Kakuzo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3##SUB#
Kakuzo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fella doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fella manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Fella showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that Fella has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Fella.
Kakuzo looking to control. #T4#
Kakuzo keeping full guard, as Fella tries to pass. #SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Fella is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fella defends well.
Fella tries to free his leg and advance position but Kakuzo is retaining full guard. #T5#
Fella showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Kakuzo working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Fella doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Fella manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fella defends well.#SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kakuzo trying to keep a closed guard but Fella is proving a slippery customer. #T6#
Fella stays in close to Kakuzo's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Kakuzo has his foot on Fella's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fella works his way back into a safe position though.
Fella slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Fella works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kakuzo has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Fella is working away from the top position though.
Fella looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T7#
Fella slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back.
Kakuzo gets full guard.
Fella controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Kakuzo has his foot on Fella's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fella works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T8##SUB#
Kakuzo escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Fella gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Fella controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Kakuzo is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fella is aware though and is defending well.
Fella controlling from the top position. #T9#
Fella's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for a guillotine here but Fella defends easily.
Fella slips nicely into half guard.
Still in half guard, Fella seems content to control.#T10#
Fella trying to pass the guard but Kakuzo defending well.
Kakuzo wants to control but Fella is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Fella controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Fella is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Fella pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fella is taking a breather. Kakuzo 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.
Fella prevents Kakuzo from improving his position.#T11#
Kakuzo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fella slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Fella defends it easily.
Fella is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Fella slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kakuzo (0) vs (6) Fella#T12#
Kakuzo is letting Fella control him for a moment. #SUB2#
Fella is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kakuzo has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Fella wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kakuzo, who protects the arm well.
Fella tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Kakuzo is being controlled here. #T13#
Kakuzo is looking for a sweep.
Fella controls the position.
Kakuzo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Fella wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Kakuzo's face as Fella controls the position.
More stalling from Fella.
Kakuzo is looking for a sweep.
Fella is looking to take a break and control but Kakuzo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Fella content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T14#
Kakuzo is looking for a sweep.
The referee asks Fella politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Fella prefers to stall for the moment though.#SUB2#
Fella wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kakuzo, who protects the arm well.
Fella controls the position from side control.
Kakuzo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Fella wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kakuzo manages to get back to half guard.
Fella performing his best blanket impression for a moment.

And that's the end of the fight!
Fella wins on points by 6 to 0.
Stella Fella decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.

Event: RISE 165
Date: Apr 29, 2023

#R1#
Parker works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Kakuzo throws a sloppy head kick and Parker moves out of range easily.
Parker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Parker keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Kakuzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Parker looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kakuzo looks to score with a jab to the body but Parker is just out of range.
Parker connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Kakuzo looks for the body kick but Parker saw that one coming.
Parker is looking for the big counter here.
Kakuzo throws a head kick but Parker moves out of range.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Parker but Parker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Parker looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Parker connects with a right hand. Kakuzo shakes it off.#T1#
Kakuzo misses with a right hand
and Parker counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kakuzo takes one on the button.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Parker unleashes a big counter combination but Kakuzo bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Parker misses with an uppercut. Kakuzo saw that one coming.
A shot to the liver by Parker. Beautiful body shot.
A jab from Parker finds it's way through Kakuzo's defenses. #ROC2#Kakuzo is rocked!
Parker looks to land a right hand but Kakuzo moved out of range.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parker connects with a body shot that sends Kakuzo's belly button to the back.
Parker fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Parker moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Parker feints a kick and comes over the top with a right hand, followed by a left hook - both land, sending Kakuzo crashing to the mat! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Neil Parker!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Neil Parker made sure he mentioned Furnace Performance ðŸ”¥, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: TD19
Date: Mar 10, 2023

#R1#
Kakuzo misses with a straight right.
Masters slips under a jab.
Masters is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL2#
Kakuzo clinches with his opponent.
Kakuzo taking a breather.
Kakuzo takes a shot to the head.
Kakuzo taking a breather.
Masters tries a knee to the head but Kakuzo blocks it.
Masters misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Masters effectively controlling the action here.
Masters comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Kakuzo tries for a takedown but Masters manages to get underhooks.
Kakuzo misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masters lands a body punch in the clinch.
Masters lands an elbow inside that Kakuzo shrugs off.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Masters holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Masters prevents a body shot from Kakuzo.
Masters looks to throw an elbow but misses. #T1#
Masters works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Masters blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Masters lands with a left to the head.
Kakuzo wants to stall.
Kakuzo misses with some punches.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Masters just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kakuzo's brow.
Kakuzo throws a head punch that misses.
Kakuzo drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kakuzo jumps guard but Masters turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Morton Masters has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Kakuzo is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Masters stalling the fight.
Kakuzo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Masters's elbow.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Masters creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Masters lands with a short shot to the head.
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Masters is keeping busy.
Masters blocks a punch to the side of the head. #T2#
Kakuzo tries to work over Masters's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Masters gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Masters tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Kakuzo is struggling to control the position.
Masters looking to throw knees to the head but Kakuzo is blocking nicely.
Masters misses with an elbow strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Masters comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Masters creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Masters.
Masters lands a nice elbow. #CUT#That has opened up Nakagome Kakuzo's cut even more.
Masters misses with a knee to the head.
Masters lands an elbow inside that Kakuzo shrugs off.
Kakuzo takes an elbow to the forehead.
Our sources have told us that Masters has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Kakuzo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kakuzo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Masters avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Masters comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush.
Masters makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#CUT#The cut above Nakagome Kakuzo's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Kakuzo changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Masters fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Masters loads up on a big right hand but Kakuzo slips the punch.#T3#
Kakuzo tries for a takedown but Masters sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Masters counters with a nice body shot.
Kakuzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Masters.
Kakuzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Masters misses with a straight left.
Masters avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Masters moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
A big left from Masters misses.
Kakuzo flicks out a counter leg kick but Masters steps away.
Masters moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
That kick from Kakuzo tenderised Masters's leg. Masters is trying to keep his angry face on.
Masters throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kakuzo takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kakuzo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Masters swings widly with a right hand
enabling Kakuzo to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Masters scores with a leg kick.
Masters avoids a punch combination nicely.
Morton Masters is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Masters cracks Kakuzo with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Kakuzo throws a low kick, looking for Masters's leg but Masters calmly moves out of range.
Masters takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Some wild striking there from Kakuzo.
Masters tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakuzo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kakuzo throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Masters sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Masters throws out a loose jab but Kakuzo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakuzo cracks Masters with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Kakuzo misses with a body kick.
Masters throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Morton Masters seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo misses with a straight right.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Morton Masters dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
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#
Masters lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
Masters closes the distance and clinches.
Masters throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Masters prevents the takedown attempt.
Kakuzo looking to slow down the pace here.#TD2#
Kakuzo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Masters uses from the top position.
Masters seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kakuzo controls Masters momentarily but Masters frees himself. #SUB2#
Masters got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kakuzo has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Masters has managed to get both his arms back between Kakuzo's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Kakuzo is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Masters defends well.#SUB2#
Kakuzo looking for a triangle here. Masters is fighting it but it looks tight! Kakuzo pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Masters is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: TD 16
Date: Feb 15, 2023

#R1#
Scott scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kakuzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
No joy there for Scott, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Scott misses with a hook
and Kakuzo counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Scott misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Kakuzo to counter with a crisp jab.
Scott lands a jab.
Kakuzo drops his hands momentarily and Scott takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Scott fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kakuzo manages to avoid it.
Scott takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
A big right from Kakuzo misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo scores with a three punch combo!
Kakuzo connects with a single shot there.
Kakuzo defending well as Scott loads up on a big left hand.
Kakuzo throws a body shot but no joy.
Scott throws a hook but Kakuzo avoids it easily.
Scott misses with a looping right.
Sloppy strikes from Kakuzo. Those never looked like landing. #T1#
Kakuzo uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
A head kick misses from Kakuzo.
It seemed like Scott was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Scott looks to land a combination but Kakuzo avoids it well.
Scott throws an off balance right hand
and Kakuzo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Scott misses with a body kick.
Scott looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Scott lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Scott scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Scott lands an overhand right.
Scott throws an ugly left hook that misses #TD#
and Kakuzo counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Kakuzo.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Scott keeping moving, preventing Kakuzo from controlling successfully.
Scott is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Kakuzo is controlling him.
Kakuzo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakuzo wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving. #T2#
Kakuzo works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Kakuzo throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Scott can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Kakuzo seems to be working for a kimura but Scott defends the submission attempt.
Scott keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuzo is nestled in close to Scott, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Kakuzo tries to pass to full mount but Scott defends it. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Scott doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Kakuzo. #T3#
Kakuzo missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Kakuzo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Kakuzo throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Scott wants to get back to his feet.
Kakuzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Scott is refusing to be controlled, as Kakuzo sits in half guard. #SUB#
Kakuzo is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Scott is just riding it out for now. Kakuzo eventually gives up the hold.
Kakuzo throwing shots but Scott is blocking nicely.
Kakuzo thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Good standup being displayed there by Kakuzo as he connects with a hook.
Kakuzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Scott.
Angus Scott seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Scott manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo catches Scott with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Scott blocks the body kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Scott misses the target.
Kakuzo doesn't manage to clinch there - Scott circles away.
Scott misses with an uppercut
and Kakuzo counters with a right hand to the body.
Scott misses with a hook.
Scott has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Scott looks to land a left hand but Kakuzo moved out of range nicely.
Jab, jab by Scott - just one landing. #CL#
Kakuzo closes the distance and pushes Scott back into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Come on Kakuzo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
The crowd are getting pretty annoyed with Kakuzo for his constant stalling in the clinch and are voicing their displeasure.
Kakuzo will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Scott up against the cage.#T1##TD#
Kakuzo has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Scott uses from the top position. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Scott is defending well. Kakuzo quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Scott has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Kakuzo celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: TD 13:
Date: Jan 20, 2023

#R1#
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses
and Wheeler counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo tries to clinch but Wheeler moves out of range.
Kakuzo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wheeler takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Wheeler thuds a left hand into Kakuzo's body.
Kakuzo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Left hook, right uppercut from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wheeler checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Kakuzo scores with a kick to the midsection.
Kakuzo wants to clinch.
Wheeler was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T1#
Wheeler throws a series of punches but Kakuzo avoids them all with ease.
Kakuzo throws a lazy head kick
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
Kakuzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wheeler is looking to counter punch.
Kakuzo with a hook.
Kakuzo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Kakuzo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakuzo darts in trying to clinch
and Kakuzo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Kakuzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Wheeler moves away.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut
and Wheeler makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Kakuzo is looking to clinch but Wheeler is avoiding it.
As Kakuzo looks to move away, Wheeler throws a big counter combo but Kakuzo just gets out of the way.
Kakuzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Wheeler.
Kakuzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wheeler swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Kakuzo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air. #CL2#
Kakuzo has taken the fight to the clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC#
Wheeler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance. #T3#
Kakuzo changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wheeler tries to avoid it but Kakuzo manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wheeler to the ground. Wheeler escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Kakuzo misses with a straight left.
Kakuzo is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Wheeler throws a big counter combination but Kakuzo scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut
and Wheeler counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Wheeler takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wheeler avoids a punch combination nicely.
Wheeler works over Kakuzo's head and body with a nice combination.
Kakuzo jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T4#
Kakuzo bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Kakuzo goes for a double leg but Wheeler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wheeler continues to drive forward.
Kakuzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Wheeler went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Wheeler connects with a crisp jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakuzo throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Kakuzo forces Wheeler back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Wheeler breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
We've been told by Wheeler's head coaches at LA Training Center that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but Wheeler shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Rylan Wheeler has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Nice jab there from Wheeler.
Kakuzo tries to land a body kick
and Wheeler counters with a straight right hand.
Wheeler misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Kakuzo drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wheeler defends it well.
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 Rylan Wheeler will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kakuzo throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Wheeler misses the target.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakuzo getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Wheeler takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Wheeler throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kakuzo tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wheeler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Wheeler just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wheeler is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The fighters circling - Kakuzo throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Wheeler punishes Kakuzo's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Kakuzo fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Wheeler checks it well.
Kakuzo shoots in but no luck this time.
Kakuzo looks to throw the jab but Wheeler is out of range.
Wheeler is looking to counter punch.
Good work by Wheeler as he checks the leg kick.
Kakuzo misses with a double jab
and Wheeler counters with a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Rylan Wheeler is winning the standup battle so far.
Wheeler avoids the head kick by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries a head kick but it misses.
Wheeler works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T2#
Kakuzo throws a left and a right that both miss
and Wheeler counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Wheeler listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo falls off balance throwing a combination
and Wheeler counters with a right hand to the body.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Wheeler.
Wheeler appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Wheeler's jab looks to have found its range, popping Kakuzo under the eye.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wheeler scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wheeler is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakuzo can do to turn this around?#KD#
Wheeler drops Kakuzo with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Kakuzo looks back up at him and smiles so Wheeler waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed. #ROC#Kakuzo is rocked!
Wheeler closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Kakuzo! Wheeler dives in looking to finish! Kakuzo is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rylan Wheeler!
After the big win, Rylan Wheeler made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Champion Apparel and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: TD 10
Date: Dec 24, 2022

#R1#
Sioux keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kakuzo misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sioux is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Sioux throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sioux misses with an uppercut. Kakuzo saw that one coming.
Kakuzo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kakuzo shoots and misses
and Sioux counters with a stiff right hand.
Sioux takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sioux throws a lazy right hand but Kakuzo sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Sioux lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Kakuzo clinches.
Sioux can't find room to land a body shot as Kakuzo controls the action.
Kakuzo taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Sioux is pressed up against the ropes. Kakuzo has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Sioux down to the mat. Sioux avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #T1#
Sioux has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Sioux is looking to clinch.
Kakuzo catches Sioux with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#TD#
Kakuzo shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Sioux is trying to defend but Kakuzo finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Sioux is trying to stand back up but Kakuzo is controlling him #SUB#
Kakuzo 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.
Sioux is trying to stand up here but Kakuzo is controlling him well. #T2#
Kakuzo winds up and cracks Sioux with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Kakuzo is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action 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. Kakuzo connects with a nice short shot to Sioux's temple.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Sioux is trying to stand.
Sioux really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kakuzo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Kakuzo takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Kakuzo landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura but Sioux is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Kakuzo to get the leverage.
Kakuzo winds up and cracks Sioux with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Sioux wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Kakuzo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg. #SUB#
Kakuzo is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Sioux is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: TD 7
Date: Nov 30, 2022

#R1#
Arnason connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
We've been told by Arnason's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kakuzo slips under a jab from Arnason.
Arnason darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Arnason lands a nice shot that snaps Kakuzo's head back.
Kakuzo slips a jab from Arnason.
As Arnason backs off Kakuzo throws a huge counter combo but Arnason manages to avoid it all.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but Arnason shows good takedown defense.
Arnason rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kakuzo moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
It seemed like Kakuzo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Arnason misses the jab.
Arnason moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Kakuzo staying out of range there.
Arnason misses with a wild combination.
Arnason keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Arnason steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakuzo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kakuzo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Arnason.
Arnason throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arnason doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Arnason.
Arnason throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Jeremy Arnason seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jeremy Arnason has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Nice defenses there by Kakuzo.
Arnason fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Kakuzo has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Arnason with a nice calf kick.
Kakuzo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Arnason's waist but Arnason gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Kakuzo off to one side.
Arnason thuds his right hand into Kakuzo's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kakuzo throws a good cross that connects.
Kakuzo scores with a crisp jab that stopped Arnason in his tracks.
Kakuzo throws a series of punches but Arnason moves out of range.
Kakuzo has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Kakuzo there as he acknowledges the shot.
Arnason takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Arnason lands with a right hand.
Arnason moves out of range as Kakuzo strikes.
Kakuzo throws a head kick but Arnason moves out of range. #T2#
Arnason throws a sloppy head kick and Kakuzo moves out of range easily.
Arnason uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kakuzo.
A punch lands to the side of Kakuzo 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Arnason steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kakuzo.
Arnason misses with a straight right.
Arnason swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Arnason throws a shot from downtown. Kakuzo moves away and avoids it.
Kakuzo moves away from the strike by Arnason.
Arnason keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arnason throws a series of punches but Kakuzo moves out of range.
Kakuzo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arnason was well out of range. Poor timing from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Kakuzo is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Arnason.
Some wild striking there from Arnason.
Arnason scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Arnason lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jeremy Arnason is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Arnason scores with a three punch combo!
A left lands for Arnason.
Arnason connects with a jab.
Arnason looks to land a right hand but Kakuzo moved out of range.
Arnason misses with an uppercut.
Kakuzo tries to clinch up but Arnason circles away and keeps his distance.
Arnason goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Arnason darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Arnason displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakuzo throws out the jab.
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Arnason.
Arnason swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo shoots in but Arnason avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Arnason looks to land a right hand but Kakuzo moved out of range.#T4#
Arnason buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Arnason throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakuzo dives in and grabs Arnason's left leg, looking for a takedown. Arnason pushes down on Kakuzo's head and hops out.
Arnason bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Kakuzo's head backwards.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A quick step to the side and Arnason tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Arnason throws out a leg kick but Kakuzo moves out of range and Arnason only half commits.
Kakuzo connects with a single shot there.
Arnason misses with a double jab #CL2#
and Kakuzo holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Arnason tries to break the clinch but Kakuzo is controlling the position. #TD2#
Kakuzo gets control of Arnason's arms and successfully pulls guard. Kakuzo will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Kakuzo looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Arnason content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Kakuzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Arnason can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jeremy Arnason dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Arnason cracks Kakuzo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Kakuzo avoids the head kick by Arnason.
Kakuzo keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Jeremy Arnason is winning the standup battle so far.
Kakuzo shoots in looking for a takedown but Arnason manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Kakuzo's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Kakuzo takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arnason.
A swing and a miss from Kakuzo.
Arnason throws out a powerful jab.
Arnason lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Arnason.
Arnason is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Kakuzo can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arnason throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Kakuzo shoots in for a double leg but Arnason sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Arnason throws out a powerful jab.
Kakuzo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Jeremy Arnason has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.#T1#
Arnason lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kakuzo circles away quickly and effectively.
Arnason sizes up Kakuzo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Kakuzo closes the distance and clinches up with Arnason, looking for a takedown. Kakuzo pushes Arnason against the cage but Arnason circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Arnason displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kakuzo throws out the jab.
A cross from Arnason lands.
Arnason misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Arnason keeps the fight on the outside.
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Arnason.
It seemed like Kakuzo was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Arnason scores with a sloppy right hand. Kakuzo should have avoided that one.
Arnason throws a low kick but Kakuzo moves out of range easily.
Kakuzo has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Arnason.
Kakuzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Arnason.
Kakuzo takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Arnason throws a poor cross that misses
and Kakuzo counters with a head kick. That will keep Arnason thinking before he tries any more sloppy attacks!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#T2#
Arnason throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Kakuzo walks into a left hand.
Arnason throws a shot from downtown. Kakuzo moves away and avoids it.
Kakuzo lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Kakuzo crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Arnason - the referee stops the clock and Kakuzo gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Arnason. Kakuzo manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Kakuzo has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Arnason.
Arnason misses with a low kick. #CL2#
Kakuzo takes the fight into the clinch.
Arnason can't break the clinch. #BC#
Arnason manages to break the clinch.
Kakuzo misses with a wild body shot.
Kakuzo connects with the punch.
Kakuzo lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CL2#
Arnason gets tackled into the cage by Kakuzo. Kakuzo maintains the clinch. #BC#
Arnason breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Arnason throws a looping overhand right but Kakuzo ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Arnason lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Kakuzo misses with a series of wild punches.
A jab from Arnason misses. #CL2#
Kakuzo clinches up with Arnason and pushes him back against the cage.
Kakuzo presses Arnason against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.#BC#
Arnason breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Arnason slips a jab and a cross from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Arnason's head backwards.
Arnason cracks Kakuzo with a right hand to the side of the head.
Kakuzo wants to clinch up but Arnason keeps it at a distance.
Kakuzo moves away from the strike by Arnason.
Arnason fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Arnason works over Kakuzo's head and body with a nice combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kakuzo blocks the body kick. #CL2#
Kakuzo closes the distance and clinches.#T4#
Kakuzo has Arnason pushed against the cage.
Kakuzo tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kakuzo pushes off an throws an elbow but Arnason leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kakuzo keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Arnason's efforts to push away.
Arnason has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC#
Arnason's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Arnason lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Kakuzo takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown but Arnason shows good takedown defense.
Kakuzo shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Arnason defends it nicely.
Arnason fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jeremy Arnason dominated that second round.
That's time! Arnason's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Kakuzo or perhaps it was just good defense by Arnason, which made it look bad.
Kakuzo lands a head kick!
Kakuzo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Arnason scores with a nice right hand.
Nice sprawl there from Arnason as Kakuzo shoots in.
Arnason misses with a few strikes there.
Kakuzo listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Arnason moves into range and connects with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arnason darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Arnason finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Arnason jabbing away but nothing is landing.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo throws a jab but it's blocked by Arnason.
Jab, jab by Arnason - just one landing. #T1#
Nice defenses there by Arnason.
Kakuzo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Arnason lands a glancing blow to the side of Kakuzo's head.
Kakuzo misses with a hook to the body
and Arnason counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakuzo takes one to the side of the head.
Kakuzo on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Arnason throws a quick inside leg kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Arnason.
Arnason cracks Kakuzo with a good jab.
Danga de danga de dang - Arnason scores with a four punch combination!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Arnason scoring well with a low kick there.
Kakuzo takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kakuzo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Arnason dodges the punch combination from Kakuzo. #T2#
Good exchange - Arnason coming out on top.
Kakuzo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Kakuzo gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Kakuzo takes a swing at Arnason's ribcage but misses.
Arnason scores with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kakuzo. Arnason does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from Kakuzo misses.
Nice defenses there by Kakuzo.
Arnason scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakuzo doesn't seem bothered though.
Arnason jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kakuzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arnason is looking to chop away at Kakuzo's legs.
Arnason throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Arnason misses with a two punch combination.
Kakuzo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3#
Kakuzo is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Arnason uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kakuzo.
Arnason throws a shot from downtown. Kakuzo moves away and avoids it.
Kakuzo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Arnason throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Arnason will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Nakagome Kakuzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kakuzo connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Arnason with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Arnason stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Arnason wants it to stay on the feet.
Jeremy Arnason has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Kakuzo misses with a head kick.
Arnason pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Kakuzo missing with a left hand there. Arnason was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Kakuzo looks to move away, Arnason throws a big counter combo but Kakuzo just gets out of the way.#T4#
Arnason smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kakuzo missing with a left hand there. Arnason was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakuzo throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Arnason counters with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Arnason. That's going to slow Kakuzo down.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Arnason throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo closes the distance looking to clinch
and Arnason cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Arnason getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Arnason throws a quick inside leg kick.
Kakuzo is looking to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kakuzo looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Arnason scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kakuzo throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Jab from Arnason.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 30:27
Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jeremy Arnason!
Our winner, Jeremy Arnason, 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: EMPIRE 20: Johnson vs Kakuzo
Date: Nov 12, 2022

#R1#
Johnson misses with an uppercut. Kakuzo saw that one coming.
Kakuzo with a jab.
Johnson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Kakuzo staying out of range there.
Johnson takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Johnson avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Johnson misses the target.
Kakuzo misses with a body punch
and Johnson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A combination from Johnson does no damage.
Kakuzo throws a big shot that misses.
Kakuzo takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
The fight stays on the outside here - Kakuzo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Johnson with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Johnson moves away from the strike by Kakuzo.
Johnson is looking to counter punch.
Johnson throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakuzo. #T1#
Johnson lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Kakuzo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Kakuzo walks into a left hand.
Johnson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A telegraphed right hand from Johnson misses the target.
Johnson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Kakuzo misses the body punch
and Johnson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kakuzo dives in and grabs Johnson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Johnson pushes down on Kakuzo's head and hops out.
Johnson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Kakuzo on the wrong end of a nice hook.#ROC#Kakuzo is rocked!
Nice sprawl there from Johnson as Kakuzo shoots in.
An attempted straight right counter from Johnson misses the target.
Jason Johnson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
I'm just looking down at my notes here and I see that.... oh! Johnson has cracked Kakuzo with a big right, followed by a left! He's out on his feet! Johnson lands another huge swinging hook and Kakuzo tumbles to the canvas! The ref dives in to save Kakuzo, before Johnson can land any more shots!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jason Johnson!
Jason Johnson retains his welterweight title!
In his post fight interview, Jason Johnson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.

Event: EMPIRE FN11
Date: Oct 19, 2022

#R1#
Kakuzo lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Paiwia.
Paiwia throws a big shot that misses.#CL2#
Paiwia closes the distance and pushes Kakuzo back into the cage.
Kakuzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kakuzo misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Kakuzo fails to land.
Kakuzo lands with a left to the head.
Kakuzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A short uppercut from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo trying to stall but Paiwia improves his position.
Kakuzo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakuzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakuzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Kakuzo.
Paiwia is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kakuzo gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kakuzo misses with a punch to the body.
A right hook to the body lands for Kakuzo. #T1#
Kakuzo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Kakuzo misses with a punch to the body.
Kakuzo tries a body shot but Paiwia blocks it.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Paiwia blocks an elbow strike from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #ROC#Paiwia is rocked!
Kakuzo dips a shoulder and cracks Paiwia with a mighty uppercut! Paiwia falls back against the cage and Kakuzo unloads with a barrage of strikes! Paiwia is completely out with his eyes open, only supported by the cage! Save him ref! Eventually the ref decides to do his job and jumps in - Kakuzo screams abuse at the incompetent official before going over to celebrate with his corner. Brutal stuff!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nakagome Kakuzo!
Manny Paiwia was interviewed post fight and said 'He was Better tonight,but as always i will make comeback'.

Event: EMPIRE 16: Kaca vs Battah
Date: Oct 08, 2022

#R1#
Trapperson has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Trapperson there as he acknowledges the shot.
Kakuzo throws a series of punches but Trapperson moves out of range.
Trapperson attempts a counter takedown but Kakuzo avoids it well and moves away.
Kakuzo feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Trappersons jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Trapperson gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CL2#
Kakuzo closes the distance and pushes Trapperson back into the cage.
Trapperson wants to take the fight to the mat but Kakuzo manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kakuzo lands a left hand.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo is pushing Trapperson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Kakuzo scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kakuzo leaning against his opponent.
Kakuzo lands with a short shot to the head. #T1#
Trapperson tries to pull guard but Kakuzo won't allow it.
Kakuzo cracks Trapperson with a nice body shot.
Kakuzo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Stalling in the clinch from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo presses Trapperson against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trapperson blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Trapperson fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trappy Trapperson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo taking a breather.
Kakuzo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trapperson backwards.
Kakuzo slowing the pace effectively.
Stalling in the clinch from Kakuzo.
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Nakagome Kakuzo.
Kakuzo slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Trapperson takes one on the chin but keeps coming. #T2##CL2#
Kakuzo has closed the distance and engaged Trapperson in a clinch.
Kakuzo leaning against his opponent.
Trapperson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kakuzo pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kakuzo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Trapperson backwards.
Trapperson is trying to pull guard but Kakuzo has him pressed against the cage.
Kakuzo lands with a short shot to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kakuzo lands an uppercut.
Kakuzo taking a breather.
Trapperson goes for a takedown attempt but Kakuzo pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance. #CL2#
Kakuzo moves into the clinch.#T3#
Kakuzo stalling the fight.
Kakuzo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Trapperson is working for takedown but Kakuzo is calmly controlling the position for now.
Trapperson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kakuzo is defending well.
Kakuzo works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kakuzo is working Trapperson over against the cage.
Trapperson is breathing heavily.
A right handed body shot lands from Kakuzo.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Kakuzo pushes Trapperson back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kakuzo displaying some good clinch control by pressing Trapperson up against the cage.
Kakuzo softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T4#
Kakuzo taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Trapperson tries to pull guard but Kakuzo holds him up against the cage and eventually Trapperson drops back down to his feet.
Trapperson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Trapperson looking for a takedown.
Kakuzo lands an elbow inside.
Kakuzo taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Kakuzo gets through Trapperson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kakuzo gets through Trapperson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kakuzo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kakuzo lands a left hand.
Kakuzo slows down the pace here.
Come on Kakuzo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Kakuzo lands with a nice body punch.
Trapperson looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Kakuzo connects with a right hand. Trapperson shakes it off.
Kakuzo doesn't manage to clinch there - Trapperson circles away.
Kakuzo scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kakuzo fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Trapperson on the side of the head.
Kakuzo lands with a hook. Trapperson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trapperson misses with a takedown attempt
letting Kakuzo counter with a right hand.
Kakuzo swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Trapperson.#CL2#
Kakuzo instigates a clinch.
Kakuzo has Trapperson pushed against the cage.#T1#
Kakuzo working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kakuzo controlling the action here for a moment.
Kakuzo slowing the pace effectively.
Kakuzo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Trappersons head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kakuzo creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Trapperson on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Trapperson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Kakuzo makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Kakuzo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kakuzo working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2#
Kakuzo lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Kakuzo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Trapperson being controlled against the cage.
With the fighters up against the cage, Kakuzo throws an elbow but misses.
Kakuzo has Trapperson pressed against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kakuzo stalling the fight.
Kakuzo continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.
Kakuzo stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Kakuzo lands a shoulder strike.
Kakuzo putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Trapperson in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Kakuzo lands a right hand.
A short right from Kakuzo on the inside. #T3#
Kakuzo digs a right hand into Trapperson's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Trapperson's gas tank.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Kakuzo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trapperson backwards.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Kakuzo content to slow the pace in the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo lands a body punch.
Kakuzo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trapperson backwards.
Kakuzo lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kakuzo leaning his opponent against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo leaning his opponent against the cage.
Kakuzo pressing his opponent against the cage. #T4#
The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Nakagome Kakuzo.#CL2#
Kakuzo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Trapperson, pushing him back against the cage.
Kakuzo lands a body shot in the clinch.
Kakuzo is working Trapperson over against the cage.
Kakuzo lands with a right to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short left from Kakuzo.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tries to throw a body punch but Trapperson avoids it by throwing Kakuzo back against the cage.
Kakuzo is working Trapperson over against the cage.
Kakuzo gets through Trapperson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Nakagome Kakuzo showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Kakuzo jabs at Trapperson's body.
A left lands for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo's corner calls for a 1-2. Kakuzo obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #ROC2#Trapperson is rocked!
Nakagome Kakuzo seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kakuzo throws a 1-2 combo that connects squarely on Trapperson's jaw, knocking him onto his back! Kakuzo dives in looking to finish as Trapperson flails his arms in a desperate attempt to block Kakuzo's strikes! Kakuzo is raining down hammerfists and the ref stops it! Trapperson's desperate flailing just didn't constitute intelligent defence. Some people will probably question the ref's decision but Trapperson was definitely hurt and the ref saved him from taking unnecessary punishment. A fighter's safety is paramount in this sport.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: EMPIRE FN9
Date: Sep 21, 2022

#R1#
Feretti tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakuzo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Feretti tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kakuzo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Feretti tries to clinch but Kakuzo moves away
letting Kakuzo counter with a right hand.
Feretti drops his hands momentarily and Kakuzo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Feretti drops his hands momentarily and Kakuzo takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kakuzo definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Kakuzo rushes Feretti and presses him up against the cage.
Feretti takes a shot to the head.
Feretti jumps guard but Kakuzo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Kakuzo tries to land knees in the clinch but Feretti avoids the damage to the body. #TD2#
Feretti pulls guard effortlessly.
Kakuzo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kakuzo trying to control but Feretti is working from the bottom.
Kakuzo throws a big right hand that misses.
Feretti keeping moving, preventing Kakuzo from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Feretti had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kakuzo defends it easily.#T1#
Kakuzo looking to sit in guard and control but Feretti gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Kakuzo working for a triangle but Feretti defends it easily.
Feretti forces his way into half guard.
Kakuzo wants to improve his position but Feretti is controlling well. #T2#
Feretti keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Feretti is looking to advance position but Kakuzo won't allow it.
Kakuzo gets back to full guard.
Kakuzo being controlled here, momentarily.
Feretti looking to pass the guard.
Feretti passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T3#
Feretti wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kakuzo keeps working.
Kakuzo is looking to regain half guard here but Feretti keeps moving and retains side control.
Kakuzo is working hard here to advance position.
Feretti content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Kakuzo tries to bench press Feretti off him but Feretti keeps the position.
Kakuzo wants to control but Feretti postures up.
Feretti wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kakuzo keeps working.
Feretti taking a breather here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Let's hope that Feretti has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Feretti wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kakuzo keeps working.
A lull in the action here.
You can see the frustration on Kakuzo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Nice body punch from Kakuzo. #CL2#
Kakuzo gets tackled into the cage by Feretti. Feretti maintains the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

That was a close round but I would say that Nakagome Kakuzo will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Kakuzo fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Kakuzo punishes Feretti's body with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Kakuzo fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Feretti, pushing him back against the cage.
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Feretti is keeping busy.
Feretti avoids a wild elbow strike from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Feretti is keeping busy.
Kakuzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Feretti is trying to pull guard but Kakuzo has him pressed against the cage.
Kakuzo leaning his opponent against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Come on Kakuzo - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Kakuzo lands a right hand that snaps the head of Feretti backwards. #TD2#
Feretti pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
Feretti looking for a guillotine here but Kakuzo defends easily. #T1#
Kakuzo lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Feretti pushes a forearm under Kakuzo's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Kakuzo is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Blanco Feretti!
Post fight, an emotional Blanco Feretti said 'I wanna thank my team and especially Eliz for taking that fight and giving me an opportunity to get to fight a legend such as himself, much respect and hopefully you will bounce back soon or maybe one day we will run it back'.

Event: EMPIRE FN7: WW GP
Date: Aug 27, 2022

#R1#
Kakuzo missing with a left hand there. Dominguez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kakuzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dominguez.
Kakuzo moves away from the strike by Dominguez.
Kakuzo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dominguez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dominguez throws a hook but Kakuzo avoids it easily.#TD#
Dominguez gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Kakuzo to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Dominguez looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kakuzo working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dominguez's head.
Dominguez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Dominguez working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kakuzo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kakuzo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dominguez utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kakuzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Kakuzo tries to free his leg and advance position but Dominguez is retaining full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Dominguez has his foot on Kakuzo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kakuzo works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Dominguez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kakuzo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kakuzo passes Dominguez's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dominguez is trying is best to control the position here.
Kakuzo wants to pass to mount but Dominguez is defending the position.
Kakuzo trying to control the action but Dominguez is working from the bottom.
Dominguez gets full guard.
Dominguez has control of Kakuzo's left arm, preventing Kakuzo from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Dominguez looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar. #T2#
Dominguez has control of Kakuzo's left arm, preventing Kakuzo from doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakuzo wants to pass the guard but Dominguez is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Dominguez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kakuzo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Kakuzo trying to control but Dominguez is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Dominguez is looking for a triangle but Kakuzo pushes his legs off easily.
Dominguez trying to control the position. #T3#
Kakuzo sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Dominguez's guard.
Kakuzo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Dominguez keeps working.
Dominguez moves into full guard.
Kakuzo is fighting to break Dominguez's control of his arms but Dominguez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Kakuzo is looking to work some ground and pound but Dominguez has wrist control.#SUB2#
Dominguez has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Kakuzo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Dominguez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Dominguez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #T4##SUB2#
Dominguez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kakuzo defends well.
Kakuzo working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dominguez's head.#SUB2#
Kakuzo is sitting in close to Dominguez's body. Dominguez has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Kakuzo is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Kakuzo is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Dominguez.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Leonidas Dominguez!
A victorious Leonidas Dominguez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.

Event: EMPIRE FN5: WW GP
Date: Jul 30, 2022

#R1#
Puck lands a jab to Kakuzo's midsection.
Puck jabs at Kakuzo's body.
Kakuzo bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Puck's head backwards.
Puck lunges at Kakuzo with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kakuzo's hand.
Kakuzo misses with an uppercut
and Puck counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Puck gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Kakuzo has Puck pressed against the cage, preventing Puck from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Puck as Kakuzo tries to tie him up.
Puck avoiding damage.
Puck throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Puck prevents a takedown attempt there.
Kakuzo is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Puck gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Puck tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Kakuzo scores with a shoulder strike.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo dodges an elbow strike from Puck.
Kakuzo has Puck pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Puck manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Wolfgang Puck has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nakagome Kakuzo.
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.#T1#
Kakuzo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Puck working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kakuzo avoids the elbow strike from Puck, against the cage.
Kakuzo has a couple of punches blocked by Puck.
Puck lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Puck digs a right hand into Kakuzo's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Kakuzo's gas tank.
Puck prevents a body shot from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo blocks an elbow strike.
Kakuzo looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kakuzo is looking to control Puck's arms but Puck gets an underhook and turns him. Now Kakuzo has his back to the cage.
Puck scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Kakuzo misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Puck.
Puck throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Kakuzo stalling in the clinch.
Puck displaying some good clinch control by pressing Kakuzo up against the cage.
Kakuzo misses with a body punch.
Kakuzo tries for a takedown but Puck manages to get underhooks.
Kakuzo avoiding damage as Puck throws knees to the body. #T2#
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Puck misses with an elbow over the top.
Puck throws an elbow but it misses.
Kakuzo goes for a takedown in the clinch but Puck prevents it.
Kakuzo taking a breather. #BC#
Puck breaks the clinch. #CL#
Puck closes the distance and pushes Kakuzo back into the cage.
Puck tries a knee to the head but Kakuzo blocks it.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Puck lands an elbow that stopped Kakuzo in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Puck throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Kakuzo lands a left hand that snaps the head of Puck backwards.
Kakuzo dodges an elbow strike from Puck.
The referee calls for Puck to work.
Kakuzo misses with a punch to the body.
Kakuzo taking a breather.
Kakuzo being controlled against the cage.
Puck lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kakuzo backwards. #T3#
Kakuzo has a couple of punches blocked by Puck.
Puck goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from Puck.
Kakuzo is trying to maintain a safe position but Puck gets an underhook and turns Kakuzo into the cage.
Our sources have told us that Puck has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Puck working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Kakuzo can't find room to land a body shot as Puck controls the action.
Puck wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Kakuzo has him pressed against the cage.
Puck lands with a left to the head.
Puck looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Puck lands a hook that snaps the head of Kakuzo backwards. #BC#
Puck pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Kakuzo drives through and clinches with Puck against the cage.
Puck goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kakuzo has Puck pushed against the cage.
Kakuzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
With the fighters up against the cage, Puck throws an elbow but misses. #T4#
Kakuzo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Puck looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Puck taking a breather.
Puck pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kakuzo has a couple of punches blocked by Puck.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Puck just misses with a elbow thrown towards Kakuzo's brow.
Puck misses with an elbow over the top.
Kakuzo keeps control of Puck as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kakuzo has a couple of punches blocked by Puck.
Kakuzo dodges an elbow strike from Puck.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Kakuzo looking for a takedown.
A right handed body shot lands from Puck.
Puck prevents a body shot from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Puck's elbow.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Puck as Kakuzo tries to tie him up.
Kakuzo misses with an elbow strike.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Wolfgang Puck dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Nakagome Kakuzo's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Puck looks to land a right hand but Kakuzo moved out of range.#CL#
Puck closes the distance and clinches.
Kakuzo can't find room to land a body shot as Puck controls the action.
Puck scores with a shot to the side of Kakuzo's head.
Puck pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
A short right from Kakuzo on the inside.
Puck pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Kakuzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakuzo tries to throw a body punch but Puck avoids it by throwing Kakuzo back against the cage.
Puck lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Kakuzo misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Kakuzo.
Kakuzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Puck uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Puck effectively controlling the action here.
Kakuzo tries to land knees in the clinch but Puck avoids the damage to the body.
Kakuzo looking to slow down the pace here.
Kakuzo letting Puck take a breather here.#T1#
Kakuzo trying to stall but Puck improves his position.
Puck lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Kakuzo backwards.
Kakuzo can't find room to land a body shot as Puck controls the action.
Puck creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Puck blocks an uppercut. #BC#
Puck pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo lands with a right hand.
Kakuzo throws a front kick aimed at Puck's knee but Puck avoids it well.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Puck here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Puck lands with a nice combination. Kakuzo backs away looking to recover.
Puck misses with a few strikes there.
Puck misses with a right hand
and Kakuzo counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Puck doesn't manage to clinch there - Kakuzo circles away.
Kakuzo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect. #TD#
Puck scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Puck not doing much here. #T2#
Kakuzo is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Puck's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Puck's back!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Puck has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Kakuzo.#SUB2#
Kakuzo is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Puck with him. Puck is trying to defend but Kakuzo has an arm under the chin now! Puck grimaces and is forced to tap out!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: EMPIRE 7: Polo vs Dangerfield
Date: Jul 09, 2022

#R1#
Kakuzo throws a lazy right hand but Dominguez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakuzo circles away from the clinch attempt. #CL2#
Dominguez darts in and clinches Kakuzo up against the cage.
Dominguez is trying to pull guard but Kakuzo has him pressed against the cage.
Dominguez is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Kakuzo to keep the fight standing.#TD#
Kakuzo works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Dominguez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB2#
Dominguez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kakuzo defends well.#SUB2#
Dominguez looking for a guillotine here but Kakuzo defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Kakuzo throwing strikes but missing.
Dominguez keeping full guard, as Kakuzo tries to pass.
Kakuzo is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Dominguez escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kakuzo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Dominguez throwing his legs up looking for a triangle. #SUB2#
Dominguez had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kakuzo defends it easily.#SUB2#
Dominguez looking for a guillotine here but Kakuzo defends easily. #T2#
Kakuzo tries to free his leg and advance position but Dominguez is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Dominguez has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kakuzo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dominguez.
Dominguez is not content to let Kakuzo control the position. #SUB#
Kakuzo thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Dominguez tries to buck Kakuzo off but Kakuzo is having none of it.#T3#
Kakuzo works to advance to full mount. Dominguez defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Dominguez wants to control but Kakuzo is having none of it.
Kakuzo throws some wild stikes that Dominguez manages to avoid easily.
Dominguez is looking to improve his position but Kakuzo isn't that keen on the idea.
Dominguez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kakuzo fails to move to back control.
Dominguez gets back to half guard.
Kakuzo frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dominguez tries to lock up and control but Kakuzo gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Kakuzo working for a guillotine from mount but Dominguez is in no mood to give up.
Dominguez felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Kakuzo can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dominguez is looking to escape. #T4#
Kakuzo throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.
Dominguez bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Kakuzo tries to strike from the bottom.
Dominguez pushes down on Kakuzo's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dominguez prevents Kakuzo from improving his position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Dominguez is working for a submission of some sort.
Kakuzo is looking to control Dominguez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Kakuzo avoid being mounted?
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 Nakagome Kakuzo will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Dominguez takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Dominguez pulls guard successfully. #SUB2#
Dominguez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kakuzo forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Kakuzo is working for a submission of some sort.
Dominguez wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Kakuzo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Dominguez defends it well.
Dominguez controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T1#
Dominguez gets back to full guard.
Dominguez keeping moving, preventing Kakuzo from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dominguez is controlling Kakuzo's posture.
Dominguez controls Kakuzo momentarily but Kakuzo frees himself. #SUB2#
Dominguez has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kakuzo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Dominguez.#SUB#
Kakuzo wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dominguez, who protects the arm well. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Kakuzo tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Dominguez is looking for a sweep.
Kakuzo tries to move to mount but Dominguez blocks the move with his legs.
Dominguez is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Dominguez gets back to half guard.
Dominguez is concentrating on defense, preventing Kakuzo from advancing position. #T3#
Dominguez trying to control but Kakuzo postures up.
Kakuzo sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dominguez defending well though.
Kakuzo is trying to control. Dominguez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Kakuzo maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Dominguez could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Kakuzo has cracked it and Dominguez is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Kakuzo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nakagome Kakuzo!
In defeat, Leonidas Dominguez stepped up to the mic, saying 'I trained hard but it didn’t work out. He’s a great opponent and today just wasn’t my day. '.

Event: EMPIRE 5: Riak vs Polo
Date: Jun 04, 2022

#R1#
Kakuzo shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Walker but Walker pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Walker scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Kakuzo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Kakuzo fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Walker looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walker cracks a nice hook into Kakuzo's ribs.
Kakuzo tries to score with a low kick but Walker moves his leg out of the way.
Walker avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #T1#
Walker fails to land with a series of punches.
Kakuzo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Walker leaves Kakuzo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Walker takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice body punch from Walker.
Walker checks a leg kick.
Kakuzo ducks right into an uppercut from Walker.
Walker has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Kakuzo shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Walker pinned against the cage. Walker gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Walker is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Kakuzo rather than just go for the knockout.#T2#
Walker scores with a jab to the body.
Kakuzo throws a lazy right hand but Walker sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kakuzo misses with a combination
and Walker counters with a left and a right that stings Kakuzo.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kakuzo slips under a jab.
Kakuzo connects with a body shot that sends Walker's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Walker has Kakuzo up against the cage in a clinch. #T3#
Kakuzo has a couple of punches blocked by Walker.
Walker just leaning against Kakuzo, taking a breather.
Kakuzo swings wildly with an uppercut but Walker uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kakuzo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Kakuzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kakuzo tries to throw a body punch but Walker avoids it by throwing Kakuzo back against the cage.
Walker has Kakuzo pressed against the cage.
Kakuzo misses with a hook from the clinch.
Kakuzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakuzo swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Walker stalling.
Walker is stalling here.
Walker continues to stall. The referee tells him to work or he's going to break them up.#T4#
Kakuzo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Kakuzo misses with the head strike.
Kakuzo being controlled against the cage.
Kakuzo throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Walkers head.
Kakuzo lands a body shot.
Walker has Kakuzo pushed against the cage.
Kakuzo has a couple of punches blocked by Walker.
Kakuzo effectively controlling the action here.
Kakuzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kakuzo throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
Kakuzo has Walker pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Kakuzo pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Walker tumbling to the mat - Kakuzo dives into Walker's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Walker dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Kakuzo tries to bum rush Walker with a series of wild strikes but Walker uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Walker lands a jab to Kakuzo's midsection.
Walker connects with a body shot.
Kakuzo takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Kakuzo fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Walker blocks a leg kick.
Sam Walker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walker scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kakuzo doesn't seem bothered though.
Walker lands with a good body shot.
Kakuzo throws a hook but Walker blocks it.#CL2#
Walker has managed to clinch. #T1#
Kakuzo controlling the action here for a moment.
Kakuzo lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A hook to the body from Walker.
Kakuzo has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Walker avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Walker.
A bit of stalling here from Walker.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Walker holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Walker as Kakuzo tries to tie him up.
Kakuzo prevents Walker from breaking the clinch.
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Walker is keeping busy.#T2#
Walker pushes Kakuzo back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Kakuzo is trying to maintain a safe position but Walker gets an underhook and turns Kakuzo into the cage.
Kakuzo is trying to drag Walker to the mat but Walker just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Walker is trying to trip Kakuzo. He has hold of a leg but Kakuzo is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Walker persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Walker must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Walker not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Walker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kakuzo throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back. #T3##SUB#
Kakuzo has his foot on Walker's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Walker works his way back into a safe position though.
Walker sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Kakuzo has his foot on Walker's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Walker works his way back into a safe position though.
Walker controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position from the bottom. #SUB#
Kakuzo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Walker defends it easily.#T4#
Walker landing some decent shots from guard.
Kakuzo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Walker controls the pace.
Kakuzo working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Walker.
Walker really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Kakuzo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Walker engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kakuzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Walker can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sam Walker showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Walker with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Kakuzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Kakuzo tries to clinch up but Walker circles away and keeps his distance.
Walker scores with a hook to the body. Kakuzo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walker lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kakuzo at a distance.
Kakuzo takes a swing at Walker's ribcage but misses.
Kakuzo looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Kakuzo darts in and clinches Walker up against the cage.
Walker gets underhooks to prevent Kakuzo's takedown attempt. #T1#
Walker tries to throw a body punch but Kakuzo avoids it by throwing Walker back against the cage.
Nakagome Kakuzo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Walker blocks an uppercut.
Kakuzo can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kakuzo is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Walker is keeping busy.
Walker lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Kakuzo or not.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kakuzo trying to land knees to the body.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Kakuzo fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kakuzo pushes off an throws an elbow but Walker leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Kakuzo stalling in the clinch but Walker improves position.
Kakuzo throws a punch but it's blocked by Walker.
Walker gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Kakuzo.
Kakuzo changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Walker fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Sam Walker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Walker comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kakuzo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Walker.
Kakuzo doesn't manage to clinch there - Walker circles away.
Kakuzo doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Walker scores with a hook to the body. Kakuzo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kakuzo showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Walker.
No luck for Kakuzo with that takedown attempt. #T3#
Walker digs a good body shot into Kakuzo's ribs.
Walker scores with a hook to the body. Kakuzo takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Walker with a nice cross.
Nakagome Kakuzo has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kakuzo looks to land a left hand but Walker moved out of range nicely.
Walker stuns Kakuzo with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kakuzo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A shot to the liver by Walker. Beautiful body shot.
Walker changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T4#
Walker punishes Kakuzo's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2#
Walker forces Kakuzo back against the cage and clinches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Walker blocks an elbow strike.
Walker lands a shot to the body.
Kakuzo tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Walker will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Kakuzo up against the cage.
Walker taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kakuzo.
Walker stalling in the clinch.
Kakuzo doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sam Walker is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Walker tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kakuzo's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Kakuzo fails to land.

And that's the end of the fight!
Sam Walker comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Walker 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Kavanagh scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sam Walker!
Sam Walker really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Bondi MMA logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.

Event: EMPIRE 2
Date: May 07, 2022

#R1#
Kakuzo ducks under a wild hook from Kolbeinsson.
Kolbeinsson connects with a nice looking jab.
Kakuzo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kolbeinsson moves away.
Kolbeinsson misses with a straight right.
Kolbeinsson throws a looping overhand right but Kakuzo ducks down to avoid it.
Kolbeinsson looks to land a left hand but Kakuzo moved out of range nicely.
Kakuzo looks for a takedown but Kolbeinsson sprawls well.
Kolbeinsson looks to land a left hand but Kakuzo moved out of range nicely.
Kolbeinsson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kakuzo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kolbeinsson.
Kolbeinsson throws a lazy uppercut
and Kakuzo counters with a stiff right hand.
Kakuzo just misses with a punch to the body.
Kolbeinsson doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Kakuzo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Kolbeinsson.#T1#
Some wild striking there from Kakuzo.
Kolbeinsson with a hook.
Kakuzo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kakuzo fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kakuzo darts in looking for a takedown but Kolbeinsson gets double underhooks and turns Kakuzo into the cage.
Kakuzo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakuzo misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kakuzo keeps control of Kolbeinsson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Kakuzo misses with the head strike.
Still in the clinch, Kolbeinsson scores with a nice short uppercut.
Kolbeinsson tries to break free but Kakuzo pushes him back against the cage.
Kolbeinsson tries to break free but Kakuzo pushes him back against the cage.
Kakuzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kakuzo stalling in the clinch but Kolbeinsson improves position.
Kakuzo goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kolbeinsson is looking to break free of the clinch but Kakuzo has double underhooks. #T2#
Kolbeinsson is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC2#
Kolbeinsson breaks from the clinch.
Kolbeinsson sizes up Kakuzo with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Mani Kolbeinsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kakuzo bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kolbeinsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Kakuzo swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kakuzo tries to close the distance and clinch but Kolbeinsson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kolbeinsson throws a body shot but no joy.
Kolbeinsson moves away from the strike by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Kolbeinsson throws a jab but it's blocked by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Kakuzo misses its target.
Kakuzo takes a swing at Kolbeinsson's ribcage but misses.
Kolbeinsson misses with a looping left.#T3##CL2#
Kolbeinsson takes the fight into the clinch.
Kolbeinsson tries to break free but Kakuzo pushes him back against the cage.
Kolbeinsson prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nakagome Kakuzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Kolbeinsson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kolbeinsson creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Stalling in the clinch from Kolbeinsson.
Kolbeinsson is trying to break the clinch but Kakuzo is controlling him.
Kolbeinsson lands a right hand.
Kakuzo taking a breather.
Kolbeinsson slowing the pace effectively.
Kakuzo misses with a punch on the inside.
Kakuzo is trying to maintain a safe position but Kolbeinsson gets an underhook and turns Kakuzo into the cage.
Kolbeinsson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Kakuzo backwards. #BC2#
Kolbeinsson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Kakuzo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Kakuzo uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kolbeinsson.#T4#
Kakuzo takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Kakuzo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kolbeinsson.
Kakuzo scores to the head and body with a nice combination!#CUT#It looks like Mani Kolbeinsson has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kolbeinsson takes one on the chin but seems OK. #ROC#Kolbeinsson is rocked!
Kakuzo cracks Kolbeinsson with a brutal left hook that knocks him out cold! This one is over in a flash! Game over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 30, 2022

#R1#
Wyte moves away from the strike by Kakuzo.
Kakuzo swings for the body but Wyte moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Wyte misses the target.
Wyte misses with a looping left.#TD#
Kakuzo closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Wyte quickly recovers to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kakuzo in particular looking to stall.#SUB#
Kakuzo 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#
Kakuzo in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Wyte tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Kakuzo!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 09, 2022

#R1#
Visser lands a jab-cross combination. #CUT2#It looks like Nakagome Kakuzo has been cut.
Visser looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Kakuzo takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #ROC2#Kakuzo is rocked!#TD2#
Visser drives through with a takedown into guard.
Oh Kakuzo is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Kakuzo is trying to keep Visser in close.
Kakuzo seems to have got his legs back now.
Visser must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Visser lands a couple of elbows.
Kakuzo working a defensive guard here.
Visser wanted to stand there but Kakuzo had control of the position.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Visser's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Kakuzo controls Visser momentarily but Visser frees himself. #T1##SUB#
Kakuzo throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kakuzo can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Visser controls the pace.#SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Visser lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Visser content to stall in guard here.
Kakuzo is trying to keep Visser in close.
Kakuzo looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#T2##SUB#
Kakuzo has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Visser can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Visser scoring with punches to the head and body.
Kakuzo trying to keep a closed guard but Visser is proving a slippery customer.
Visser stays in close to Kakuzo's body and controls the position.
Visser lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Kakuzo being controlled here, momentarily.
Visser postures up and lands a big shot to Kakuzo's brow. #T3#
Kakuzo is trying to keep Visser in close.
Visser working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kakuzo's head.
Visser postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Kakuzo is trying to control the position but Visser postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Visser is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
Kakuzo is active off his back here, looking for submissions. #SUB#
Kakuzo looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening. #SUB#
Kakuzo working for a triangle but Visser defends it easily.
Visser lands a couple of digs.#T4#
Visser's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Visser working some strikes from top position.
Visser postures up and lands a big shot to Kakuzo's brow.
Visser is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kakuzo is trying to keep Visser in close.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Kakuzo is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Visser has his hands clasped together but Kakuzo extends and breaks Visser's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Kakuzo.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Nakagome Kakuzo!

Event: Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 06, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Visser shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB#
Kakuzo has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Visser doesn't defend quickly enough and Kakuzo has managed to lock this one up! Can Visser escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Kakuzo on a fantastic submission victory.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Nakagome Kakuzo!

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