Play by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary

Event: OFK 446 -
Date: Oct 13, 2024

#R1#
Hakansson fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Hakansson drives through with a takedown into Bakarow's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hakansson trying to control but Bakarow is working from the bottom.
Bakarow lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bakarow keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hakansson's head.#SUB2#
Bakarow drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bakarow jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bakarow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T1#
Bakarow trying to control the position from guard on top but Hakansson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bakarow content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bakarow accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Bakarow sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bakarow in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Bakarow wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving. #SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bakarow defends well.
Bakarow wants to stand but Hakansson is controlling his posture from full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Bakarow wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving. #SU2#
Bakarow stands up and waves to Hakansson to follow him.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hakansson. #TD2#
Bakarow shoots in and gets a takedown into Hakansson's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bakarow tries to stand but Hakansson is controlling from the bottom.
Hakansson trying to keep a closed guard but Bakarow is proving a slippery customer.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bakarow wants to stand but Hakansson is controlling his posture from full guard. #T3##SUB#
Hakansson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Hakansson is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Bakarow is aware though and is defending well.
Hakansson keeping full guard, as Bakarow tries to pass.
Bakarow scoring with punches to the head and body.
Bakarow cracks Hakansson with a solid left hand.
Bakarow works over Hakansson with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB#
Hakansson has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Bakarow 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 Hakansson.
Hakansson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Bakarow is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#T4#
A nice elbow there by Bakarow.
Bakarow fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Hakansson wants to control but Bakarow is having none of it.
Bakarow landing strikes, looking to finish! #SUB2#
Bakarow is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Hakansson can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Hakansson is trying to escape the mount.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bakarow landing punches.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Bakarow dominated that round.
That's time! Hakansson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bakarow is defended easily by Hakansson.
Hakansson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bakarow sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hakansson somewhat.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt. #CL2#
Bakarow moves into range and clinches up with Hakansson.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2#
Bakarow pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bakarow is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bakarow tries to clinch but Hakansson moves out of range.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Hakansson shoots for a double leg takedown but Bakarow sprawls well. He's pushed Hakansson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hakansson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bakarow swivels and escapes.
Bakarow is looking for the big counter here.
Bakarow displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hakansson.
Despite the aggression on Bakarow's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Bakarow tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hakansson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bakarow somewhat.
Hakansson throws a series of punches but Bakarow avoids them all with ease.
Hakansson cracks Bakarow with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Hakansson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bakarow tries to avoid it but Hakansson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bakarow to the ground. Bakarow escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bakarow throws the kick towards the body but Hakansson avoids it.
Hakansson dodges the punch combination from Bakarow. #T2#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bakarow as he jumps to the side. #TD#
Hakansson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bakarow!

Bakarow throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hakansson.
Bakarow misses with a head kick. #CL2#
Bakarow closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Bakarow jumps into guard, dragging Hakansson to the mat.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakarow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bakarow manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hakansson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB##T3##SUB2#
Bakarow has gone for a leg lock! Hakansson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Bakarow's guard.#REVR#
Bakarow wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Hakansson manages to pass to side control. #SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura here.
Bakarow makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Bakarow.#T4#
Bakarow lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Bakarow stands up over Hakansson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Bakarow stands and throws Hakansson's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Hakansson is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Bakarow looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Hakansson is looking for a sweep.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Sergey Bakarow showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bakarow tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hakansson swivels and escapes.
Bakarow tries to clinch up but Hakansson circles away and keeps his distance.
Sergey Bakarow is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hakansson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Bakarow sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD#
Hakansson looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bakarow!
Bakarow holds on to Hakansson's head and controls the position momentarily.
Bakarow struggling a bit here.
Bakarow is being controlled here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bakarow is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hakansson content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T1#
Hakansson working away.
Bakarow is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Hakansson tries for a kimura but Bakarow is defending well.
Bakarow is trying to buck Hakansson off.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bakarow is trying to control Hakansson's posture but Hakansson avoids it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bakarow shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hakansson pinned against the cage. Hakansson gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #TD#
Hakansson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bakarow to the mat! Bakarow manages to get full guard.
Bakarow is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakarow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hakansson is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Hakansson looking to pass the guard.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Bakarow is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Bakarow is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hakansson defends well.
Bakarow is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Bakarow is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bakarow misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Hakansson swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Jack Hakansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Bakarow.
Bakarow tries to clinch up.
Sergey Bakarow is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bakarow throws a head kick that misses.
Hakansson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bakarow looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hakansson swats away the attempt to clinch by Bakarow.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bakarow fails in his attempt to clinch.
Jack Hakansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bakarow enables Hakansson to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bakarow manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.

And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Hakansson showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bakarow has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergey Bakarow!

Event: OFK 437 -
Date: Sep 14, 2024

#R1#
Hakansson misses with a takedown attempt #CL2#
and Belmond moves into the clinch.
Belmond tries a body shot but Hakansson blocks it.
Hakansson blocks an elbow strike.
A short right from Belmond on the inside.
Hakansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Belmond is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Hakansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Belmond is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hakansson takes an elbow to the temple.
Hakansson is looking for a takedown.
Belmond lands an elbow just above Hakansson 's eye. #TD#
Hakansson lands a takedown into guard.
Belmond 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.
Hakansson trying to control but Belmond is working from the bottom.
Belmond trying to control the position here. #T1#
Hakansson postures up.
Hakansson is fighting to break Belmond's control of his arms but Belmond is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hakansson trying to control but Belmond is working from the bottom.
Belmond has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Belmond stuffs the takedown.
Hakansson looks for a takedown but Belmond sprawls well.
It seemed like Belmond was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Hakansson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hakansson with a lazy takedown attempt #CL2#
and Belmond counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Belmond lands a nice uppercut.
Belmond lands with a right to the head.
Hakansson wants to take the fight to the mat but Belmond manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Belmond lands an elbow just above Hakansson 's eye.
A short right from Belmond on the inside.
Hakansson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Belmond after a bit of a struggle.
Hakansson wants a takedown.
Belmond lands an elbow inside.
Belmond lands a hook to the side of the head.#T3#
Belmond gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Hakansson is working for takedown but Belmond is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hakansson wants a takedown but no success here.
Belmond lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hakansson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Belmond after a bit of a struggle.
Belmond lands an elbow just above Hakansson 's eye.
Belmond lands a nice elbow.
Belmond lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Hakansson takes an elbow to the temple.
Hakansson drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Belmond gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Belmond lands with a left to the head.
Belmond gets underhooks to prevent Hakansson's takedown attempt.
Hakansson tries to score a body lock takedown but Belmond shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T4##TD#
Hakansson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Belmond is looking for a sweep. Hakansson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hakansson is looking to take a break and control but Belmond is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hakansson prevents Belmond from standing back up.
Belmond is trying is best to control the position here.
Belmond tries to get to full guard but Hakansson has control of the leg.
Belmond controlling the position for now.
Belmond makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Belmond.
Belmond is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Itziar Belmond dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Hakansson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Belmond counter with a right hand.
Belmond has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A big left from Hakansson misses.
Belmond flicks out a counter leg kick but Hakansson steps away.
Hakansson goes for a double leg but Belmond avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Belmond continues to drive forward.
Hakansson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Belmond avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Belmond lands with a right to the head.
Belmond gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Hakansson tries for a takedown but Belmond manages to get underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson dodges an elbow strike from Belmond. #TD#
Hakansson has picked Belmond up - he's going for a ride! Hakansson dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Hakansson is trying to control. Belmond wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Belmond is looking for a sweep. Hakansson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1##SUB#
Hakansson is working for a kimura here but Belmond manages to reverse the position and he's now in Hakansson's guard.
Belmond not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Hakansson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Belmond doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Belmond manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Belmond trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Belmond has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Hakansson is proving hard to escape from.
Belmond 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. #T2##SUB#
Hakansson has his foot on Belmond's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Belmond works his way back into a safe position though.
Belmond would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Hakansson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Belmond can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Belmond trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Belmond postures up.
Hakansson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Belmond controls the pace.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Belmond swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Hakansson.
Belmond swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T3#
Belmond throws an overhand right that lands on Hakansson's shoulder, as Hakansson tries to avoid the shot.
Hakansson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hakansson closes the distance and clinches up with Belmond, looking for a takedown. Hakansson pushes Belmond against the cage but Belmond circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Belmond unleashes a big counter combination but Hakansson bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Nice cross by Belmond.
Hakansson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Hakansson fails with the takedown
and Belmond counters with a nice uppercut.
Belmond throws a front kick that sends Hakansson stumbling back into the cage.
Hakansson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Belmond counters with an inside leg kick.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Nice uppercut lands for Belmond. That snapped Hakansson's head back.
Belmond scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Belmond throws a nice head kick! #T4#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Belmond but Belmond pushes him off and we're back to square one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hakansson misses with a two punch combination.
Belmond pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Belmond throws a jab but it's blocked by Hakansson.
Hakansson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Belmond counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Belmond misses with a hook. Hakansson ducked under it nicely.
Hakansson has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Belmond.#TD#
Hakansson shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Belmond manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Belmond is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Itziar Belmond showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Belmond scoring well with a low kick there.
Belmond has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Belmond uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hakansson.
Hakansson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Belmond sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hakansson somewhat.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hakansson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson misses the shot to the body.
Belmond chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Jack Hakansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Belmond scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Hakansson with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Belmond counter with a right hand.
Hakansson shoots for a double leg takedown but Belmond sprawls well. He's pushed Hakansson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Belmond dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Belmond throws a leg kick which misses Hakansson's front leg but catches the back leg as Hakansson tries to avoid it.
A lazy left from Belmond finds it's target.
Hakansson throws a lazy uppercut
and Hakansson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Belmond scores with a nice right hand.
Hakansson shoots in but no luck this time.
A big right from Belmond misses.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hakansson. #CL2#
Belmond closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Itziar Belmond is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Hakansson is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Belmond pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Belmond stops a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nice elbow from Belmond.
Belmond softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Belmond.
A bit of stalling here from Belmond.
Belmond doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hakansson takes an elbow to the forehead.
Belmond lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
A short body shot lands from Belmond as the two fighters clinch. #T3#
Belmond gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Belmond lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Belmond can't find room to land a body shot as Hakansson controls the action.
Belmond is pressed up against the cage. Hakansson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Belmond down to the mat. Belmond avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Belmond stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Belmond, as that shot connected.
Itziar Belmond is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Belmond lands a lovely overhand right.
Hakansson shoots in looking for a takedown. Belmond tries to sprawl out of it but Hakansson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Belmond manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T4#
Belmond connects with a solid leg kick.
Hakansson swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Belmond counters with a good low kick that Hakansson was not able to check.
Belmond leaves Hakansson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hakansson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Belmond counters with a straight right hand.
Belmond stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Belmond wants it to stay on the feet.
Belmond lands a right hook to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Belmond scores with a nice head shot.
Jack Hakansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Belmond stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.

And that's the end of the fight!
Itziar Belmond comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Belmond 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 Paul Aken scores the fight 26:30
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 26:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 26:30

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

Event: OFK 430 - Orsic Vs Martin
Date: Aug 18, 2024

#R1#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rauta walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Hakansson checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rauta leaves Hakansson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Rauta throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hakansson fails with the takedown.
Kulma Rauta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Rauta misses with a hook. Hakansson ducked under it nicely.
Hakansson scores with a crisp jab that stopped Rauta in his tracks.
Hakansson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jab by Rauta.
Rauta lands with a thumping leg kick. #TD2#
Hakansson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Rauta on his heels. He'll look to pass Rauta's guard now, I'm sure.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rauta is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Rauta wants to stand and escape but Hakansson is having none of it.
Hakansson trying to move into half guard but instead Rauta has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Rauta controlling from the top position.
Hakansson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Rauta is now in half guard.
Rauta wants to stand up but Hakansson is controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hakansson keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Hakansson is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Rauta with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rauta pulls his head out easily.
Hakansson strikes from the bottom but Rauta uses the opportunity to move to side control.
Hakansson tries to buck Rauta off but Rauta is having none of it.
Hakansson keeps trying to improve his position.#T3#
A lull in the action here as Rauta stalls from top position.
Hakansson is looking for a sweep.
Hakansson is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hakansson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Rauta is one step ahead and moves to full mount!#SU#
Rauta gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!
Hakansson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Rauta counters with a stiff right hand.
Hakansson shoots in looking for a takedown but Rauta manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hakansson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rauta is looking to counter punch.
Hakansson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rauta avoids it really well and circles away.#T4#
Rauta takes a swing at Hakansson's ribcage but misses.
Rauta throws a right hand that misses
enabling Hakansson to counter with a crisp jab.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown but Rauta shows good takedown defense.
Rauta looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
A telegraphed right hand from Hakansson misses the target.
Rauta lands a nice looking body kick.
Rauta lands a nice looking body kick.
Rauta lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#TD2#
Hakansson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Rauta won't allow Hakansson to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulma Rauta 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#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rauta lands a lovely overhand right.
Rauta missing with a left hand there. Hakansson was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #TD2#
Hakansson shoots in and bounces Rauta off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Rauta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rauta wants to get back to his feet but Hakansson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rauta being controlled here, momentarily.
Hakansson trying to control but Rauta is working from the bottom. #T1#
Hakansson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hakansson slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hakansson throws an elbow that misses. Rauta uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hakansson's guard. Nice move by Rauta!#REVR#
Hakansson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rauta's guard. #REVB#
Hakansson trying to control but Rauta is working from the bottom. #T2#
Hakansson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Rauta swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hakansson sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rauta pulls Hakansson in to control the position.
Hakansson throws an elbow that misses. Rauta uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hakansson's guard. Nice move by Rauta!#REVR#
Our spies down at at IMMA Gym of Elite ASS inform us that Hakansson has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Rauta slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T3#
Hakansson manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rauta manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Rauta has Hakansson pulled in close to control his posture.
Hakansson trying to move into half guard but instead Rauta has managed to sweep!#REVR#
Rauta tries to stand but Hakansson is controlling from the bottom.
Rauta wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving.
Hakansson wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Rauta is now in half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Hakansson looking for subs from the bottom but Rauta mounts him!
Hakansson manages to regain half guard. Good work.
It looks like Rauta is going to stand back up.
Hakansson tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Rauta has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Hakansson tries to lock up and control but Rauta gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Kulma Rauta dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Horrible takedown attempt by Hakansson or perhaps it was just good defense by Rauta, which made it look bad.
Hakansson misses with a takedown
and Hakansson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rauta throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rauta lands the left hand.
Rauta stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rauta wants it to stay on the feet.
Kulma Rauta has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Hakansson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rauta tries to avoid it but Hakansson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rauta to the ground. Rauta escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hakansson tries for a takedown but Rauta sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Rauta counters with a straight right hand.
A good leg kick by Rauta.
Rauta connects with a right hand. Hakansson shakes it off.
Rauta rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Hakansson to counter with a crisp jab. #T1#
Hakansson fails to land the takedown.
Rauta thuds a left hand into Hakansson's body.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt.
Rauta dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hakansson. That did some damage!
Rauta fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rauta stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hakansson is defended easily by Rauta.
Hakansson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rauta as he jumps to the side.
Rauta jabs Hakansson right on the nose. Hakansson blinks but takes it well.
Rauta defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rauta sprawls well. Rauta wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hakansson gets slowly back to his feet.
Hakansson uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rauta.
Nice body kick from Rauta.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rauta moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rauta. Hakansson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kulma Rauta is winning the standup battle so far.
Rauta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rauta is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hakansson can do to turn this around?#T3#
Rauta lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Rauta cracks Hakansson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Rauta is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Nice shot lands for Rauta.
Hakansson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Rauta counters with a stiff right hand.
An inside leg kick lands from Rauta.
Rauta buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Hakansson ducks under a wild hook from Rauta.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt.
Rauta connects with an inside leg kick.
Rauta with a nice calf kick.#T4#
Rauta lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#TD2#
Hakansson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rauta slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Rauta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rauta pulls Hakansson in close to prevent any damage.
Jack Hakansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ES#
Rauta uses the cage to get back to his feet.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:26
Judge Radbod Blank scores the fight 30:27
Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 30:27

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

Event: OFK 425 - McNasty Vs Mueller
Date: Aug 03, 2024

#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Anjo or perhaps it was just good defense by Hakansson, which made it look bad.
A counter left hand to the body from Hakansson misses its target.
A big left from Hakansson misses.
Anjo steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hakansson.
Anjo takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
A right-left combo lands from Hakansson. #TD2#
Anjo dives in and scores a takedown into Hakansson's guard.
Anjo stands and throws Hakansson's legs to the side, diving into side control. #SUB2#
Anjo tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Anjo has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Anjo trying to control the position but Hakansson is working away.
Hakansson is trying to improve his position.#T1##SU2#
Anjo decides to stand back up. Anjo steps back and let's Hakansson get back to his feet.
Hakansson misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Anjo counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Anjo is trying to control. Hakansson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hakansson wants to control but Anjo is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Hakansson tries to roll over but Anjo keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Anjo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hakansson defends it well. #SUB#
Hakansson actively working from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hakansson wants to control but Anjo is keeping busy. #T2#
Anjo is controlling the pace.
Hakansson is looking to control Anjo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hakansson avoid being mounted?
Anjo is taking a breather. Hakansson 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.
Anjo is keen to just control but Hakansson is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T3##CL2#
Anjo darts in and clinches Hakansson up against the cage.
Anjo stalling the fight.
Anjo is pushing Hakansson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Anjo tries to pull guard but Hakansson won't allow it. #TD2#
Anjo manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Anjo trying to keep a closed guard but Hakansson is proving a slippery customer.
Anjo seems keen to control Hakansson's posture.
Anjo keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully.
Hakansson is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Anjo is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T4#
Hakansson is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Anjo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hakansson defends it easily.#SUB2#
Anjo is looking for a triangle but Hakansson pushes his legs off easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anjo keeping full guard, as Hakansson tries to pass.
Anjo is trying to control the position but Hakansson postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Yoji Anjo Anjo dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Hakansson throws a body punch but Anjo moves out of range.
Anjo avoids a punch combination nicely.
Anjo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Anjo shoots for a takedown but Hakansson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Hakansson rushes in with a sloppy looking punch #CL2#
and Anjo counters by clinching up.
Hakansson is trying to push Anjo away but Anjo has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Hakansson is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Anjo tries to pull guard but Hakansson forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Anjo jumps guard but Hakansson turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Jack Hakansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Yoji Anjo Anjo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#TD2#
Anjo has clasped his hands together around Hakansson's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Hakansson is trying to control Anjo's posture but Anjo avoids it. #SUB2#
Anjo tries for a kimura but Hakansson is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Anjo goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Hakansson rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Anjo's guard! Nice work there by Hakansson!
Hakansson controlling from the top position.
Hakansson advances position into side control!
Anjo is not content to let Hakansson control the position.
Hakansson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Anjo will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T2#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Anjo wants to control but Hakansson postures up.
Anjo parries the strikes from Hakansson easily there. Hakansson is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Anjo to escape.
Anjo tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Hakansson easily slips into full mount!
Anjo is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Hakansson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hakansson punching from mount but Anjo doing a good job of avoiding damage. #T3#
Anjo regains half guard.#SUB#
Hakansson is trying to work for a kimura but Anjo is defending well.
Still in half guard, Hakansson seems content to control.
Anjo looks like he's trying to stand up.
Hakansson looks to land a strike but Anjo avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
Hakansson tries to free his leg and advance position but Anjo is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Anjo working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Hakansson has passed into half guard! #T4#
Hakansson takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Anjo wants to get back to full guard.
Anjo gets full guard.
Hakansson has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Anjo manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hakansson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVB#
Anjo stopping the sweep attempt from Hakansson.#SUB#
Hakansson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Anjo pushing down on Hakansson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
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 Jack Hakansson 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. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Hakansson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hakansson paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Anjo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hakansson misses with a left hand #TD2#
so Anjo counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Hakansson managing to control the position.
Anjo wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hakansson is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Anjo looking to pass the guard. #T1##SUB#
Hakansson looking for a triangle here. Anjo is fighting it but it looks tight! Hakansson pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Anjo is tapping out - this one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jack Hakansson!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Jack Hakansson waved his t-shirt featuring Shadow Realm Apparel's logo in front of the cameras.
Yoji Anjo Anjo was interviewed post fight and said 'I feel good! '.

Event: OFK 418 - Green Vs Wulf
Date: Jul 07, 2024

#R1#
Hakansson blocks the body kick.
Jack Hakansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hakansson misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Hakansson wants to clinch up but Tawake keeps it at a distance.
Tawake avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hakansson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hakansson's jab looks to have found its range, popping Tawake under the eye.
Tawake throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A thudding body kick lands there by Tawake!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tawake throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tawake avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hakansson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tawake tried to counter with a leg kick but Hakansson avoided it.
Tawake has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Kaptajnernes TrÃ¦ningscenter in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Hakansson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Tawake is looking to counter punch.
Tawake jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tawake throws a shot from downtown. Hakansson moves away and avoids it.
Hakansson avoids the body shot from Tawake.
Tawake scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Hakansson misses with a lunging right hand
and Hakansson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tawake with a nice calf kick.
Hakansson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hakansson throws a lazy right hand but Tawake sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hakansson takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Hakansson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Tawake cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Isoa Tawake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.#T2#
A lazy left from Tawake finds it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hakansson with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Tawake to counter with a crisp jab.
Hakansson tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Tawake defends well and Hakansson ends up having to push Tawake into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Tawake gets caught flat footed, as Hakansson shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.

Tawake uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Tawake is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Tawake connects with a leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Tawake. That's going to slow Hakansson down.
Hakansson scores with a nice strike.
Tawake chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tawake throws a good cross that connects. #T3#
Tawake closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Tawake throws a low kick but Hakansson avoids it.
Tawake goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Tawake misses with a wild body shot.
Hakansson steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Tawake. That one must have hurt.
Tawake misses with a combination
and Hakansson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tawake lands an overhand right.
A head kick misses from Tawake.
Hakansson shoots for a double leg takedown but Tawake sprawls well. He's pushed Hakansson's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hakansson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Tawake half committed to a counter leg kick.#T4#
Hakansson ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Tawake moves away.
Tawake throws a lazy right hand but Hakansson sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hakansson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD2#
Hakansson dives in and scores a takedown into Tawake's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tawake looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hakansson is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Tawake wants to reverse the position here. Hakansson has hold of a leg though and he's dropped back looking for a kneebar! The fighters roll across the mat but Tawake is forced to tap! Tawake looks devastated but at least his leg points in the right direction.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Jack Hakansson!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Jack Hakansson made sure he mentioned Shadow Realm Apparel, along with how happy he was to win his fight.

Event: OFK 411 - Garrincha Vs Green
Date: Jun 15, 2024

#R1##TD2#
Bronco throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Hakansson tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Bronco is in Hakansson's guard.
Hakansson is trying to hold Bronco in close to prevent damage but Bronco has managed to pass into half guard.
Hakansson tries to get to full guard but Bronco has control of the leg.
Hakansson is staying active underneath Bronco, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hakansson trying to control here.
Hakansson wants to improve his position but Bronco is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson wants to control but Bronco is keeping busy.
Bronco passes to side control.
Bronco is looking to take a break and control but Hakansson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Bronco creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Hakansson sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Hakansson tries to bench press Bronco off him but Bronco keeps the position. #SUB2#
Bronco tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Bronco working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Bronco working away.
Bronco tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Hakansson tries to buck Bronco off but Bronco is having none of it.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Hakansson is working hard here to advance position.
Bronco throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Hakansson taking a bit of punishment here - Bronco scoring with strikes.
Bronco wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hakansson keeps working.
Hakansson taking a bit of punishment here - Bronco scoring with strikes.
Bronco controls the position.
Hakansson is not content to let Bronco control the position.
You can see the frustration on Hakansson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hakansson is looking for a sweep.#T3#
Hakansson is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Bronco wants to control but Hakansson is keeping him busy.
Bronco taking a break here but Hakansson is having none of it and regains half guard.
Bronco working over Hakansson with some ground and pound. Hakansson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2#
Bronco is trying to work for a kimura but Hakansson is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bronco seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hakansson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hakansson won't allow Bronco to pass to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hakansson is pressing down on Bronco's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Bronco trying to control the position from guard on top but Hakansson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bronco throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Bronco wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving.
Bronco content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Hakansson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bronco doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bronco manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hakansson looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hakansson keeping moving, preventing Bronco from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Johnny Bronco 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#
Bronco throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hakansson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SUB2#
Bronco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hakansson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hakansson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bronco keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully.
Bronco avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Hakansson postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Bronco wants to sweep but no luck. #T1##SUB#
Hakansson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Bronco is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Hakansson, into his guard. #REVB#
Hakansson keeping moving, preventing Bronco from controlling successfully.
Hakansson seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Bronco looking to pass the guard.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bronco accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Hakansson managing to control the position. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bronco throws a big elbow that misses.
Bronco pushing down on Hakansson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bronco scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bronco missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bronco not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Bronco seems to be looking for submissions.
Bronco not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Bronco has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Hakansson is not content to let Bronco control the position.
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. Bronco connects with a nice short shot to Hakansson's temple. #T3##SUB#
Hakansson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Bronco missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Bronco trying to control from half guard but Hakansson is working away.
Hakansson keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Hakansson gets back to full guard.
Bronco slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Bronco trying to control but Hakansson is working from the bottom.
Bronco chips away with some ground and pound.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bronco lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Hakansson is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Bronco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Hakansson defends well.
Hakansson advances position into side control!
Hakansson working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hakansson happy to just control the position for now.
Hakansson tries to advance to mount but Bronco denies him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close second round but Johnny Bronco will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Hakansson wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bronco keeps working. #SUB#
Hakansson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Bronco wants to improve his position but Hakansson is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bronco gets full guard.
Bronco 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#
Hakansson wants to improve his position but Bronco is controlling well.
Bronco missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB#
Hakansson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hakansson is looking for a sweep. Bronco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bronco not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bronco winds up and cracks Hakansson with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2#
Bronco is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Hakansson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Hakansson taking some punishment here, with Bronco in his half guard. #T2#
Bronco missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Bronco is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hakansson defends it well.
Bronco is trying to control the action in half guard but Hakansson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hakansson trying to control from the bottom.
Bronco scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Bronco seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hakansson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Bronco sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Hakansson defending well though. #SUB#
Hakansson looking for submissions off his back.
Hakansson won't allow Bronco to pass to mount. #T3#
Bronco stalling.
Bronco is just content to waste time from the top position. Hakansson takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB#
Hakansson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bronco can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bronco wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hakansson keeping full guard, as Bronco tries to pass. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Bronco misses with a straight right.
Bronco's corner calls for a 1-2. Bronco obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Hakansson takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Johnny Bronco seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Hakansson manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bronco on his heels. He'll look to pass Bronco's guard now, I'm sure.
Hakansson tries to free his leg and advance position but Bronco is retaining full guard.
Hakansson wants to control from the top but Bronco keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bronco is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hakansson is aware though and is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Bronco isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hakansson stacks Bronco 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 Hakansson!
Hakansson working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 27:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30

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

Event: APEX 12
Date: Nov 26, 2023

#R1#
Sky getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sky. Hakansson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sky has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Hakansson walks into a left hand.
Sky tests Hakansson's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sky cracks Hakansson with an open hand slap.
Sky swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sky jabs at Hakansson's body.
Sky throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hakansson walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Sky ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sky keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Sky plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hakansson shoots in for a double leg but Sky sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Sky lands a head shot.
Sky lands with a straight right. Hakansson didn't see that one coming.
Sky cracks Hakansson with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Good leg kick by Sky.
Sky throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T1#
Sky misses with a body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Hakansson misses its target.
A cross from Sky lands.#TD#
Hakansson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Sky's half guard.
Sky is trying to stand back up but Hakansson is controlling him
Hakansson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Sky pushes Hakansson off looking to stand but Hakansson dives back in and keeps control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hakansson works his way into full mount!
Hakansson trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Hakansson looking for a guillotine from mount but Sky is having none of it. #T2#
You get the feeling that Sky really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Hakansson controlling from mount.
Hakansson wants to control the pace but Sky is squirming around nicely.
Sky wants to get back to his feet.
Hakansson looking to control but Sky is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Hakansson pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hakansson throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Sky because Hakansson loaded up on that one. #SUB#
Hakansson moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Sky has worked his arm free - good work by Sky!
Sky is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Hakansson has just dragged him back down to the mat.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sky throws out a powerful jab.#T4#
Sky with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Sky ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sky misses with a looping left.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hakansson blocks a jab.
A nice leg kick from Sky, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice cross by Sky.
Sky is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Hakansson had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Sky with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A jab from Sky misses.
Sky thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sky scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
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!
Sky ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hakansson moves away.
Sky jabs Hakansson right on the nose. Hakansson blinks but takes it well.
Hakansson takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sky as he jumps to the side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sky takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sky thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sky throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Journey Sky dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Sky lands with a right hand.
A jab from Sky does it's job there.
Nice defenses there by Hakansson.
Sky stuffs the takedown attempt from Hakansson. Hakansson gets slowly back to his feet.
Sky throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Hakansson stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck for Hakansson with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice shot by Sky.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sky misses with a looping right.
Sky throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Hakansson counters with a one-two to the body.
Jab by Sky.
Sky takes a swing at Hakansson's ribcage but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sky thows a left - swing and a miss!
An attempted straight right counter from Hakansson misses the target.
Sky scores with a shot to the body. #T1#
Sky lands with a hook. Hakansson tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #TD#
Hakansson darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Sky is trying to stand back up but Hakansson is controlling him #SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Sky is defending against the submission attempts here by Hakansson.
Hakansson is trying to control. Sky wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Sky wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura but Sky is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Hakansson to get the leverage. #SUB#
Hakansson wants to work for an arm triangle but Sky is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hakansson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Journey Sky seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sky misses with an uppercut. Hakansson saw that one coming.
Hakansson is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Journey Sky is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sky's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hakansson under the eye.
Hakansson looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sky throws a body punch but Hakansson moves out of range.
Hakansson takes one on the button.#T3##TD#
Hakansson looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Jack Hakansson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Hakansson is looking to advance position but Sky won't allow it.
Hakansson prevents Sky from standing back up.
Sky is not content to let Hakansson control the position.
Sky wants to stand back up but Hakansson manages to pass into side control.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sky can do anything to dispel that myth.
Sky is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T4#
Sky is not content to let Hakansson control the position.
Sky is trying to buck Hakansson off.#SUB#
Hakansson is trying to get an arm triangle but Sky is defending well. #SUB#
Hakansson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sky knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Hakansson tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Hakansson has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Journey Sky showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Hakansson's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Sky cracks a nice hook into Hakansson's ribs.
Sky misses with a looping left.#TD#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Sky keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully.
Sky really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Hakansson. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Sky keeping full guard, as Hakansson tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hakansson drops back, looking for a kneebar! Sky looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Sky looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Sky! #REVB#
Sky tries to stand but Hakansson is controlling his head. #T1#
Hakansson tries to buck Sky off but Sky is having none of it.#SU2#
Sky decides to take the fight back to the feet.
Sky has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Sky with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Sky as he jumps to the side.
Hakansson takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sky stuns Hakansson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Hakansson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Sky throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Journey Sky seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sky scores with a sloppy right hand. Hakansson should have avoided that one.
Hakansson doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sky lands a really nice looking cross but Hakansson seems unphased.
A chopping leg kick lands by Sky.
Journey Sky is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
Sky scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Sky lands with a shot to the body.
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!
Sky scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Hakansson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sky swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sky fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Hakansson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Sky.
Sky scores with a jab.
Decent striking displayed by Sky there.
Sky's jab looks to have found its range, popping Hakansson under the eye.
Sky throws a leg kick which misses Hakansson's front leg but catches the back leg as Hakansson tries to avoid it.
Hakansson misses with a takedown attempt - Sky sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hakansson fails to land the takedown.
Sky connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Hakansson's hands.
Nice straight punches there by Sky. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sky.#T3#
Sky misses with a body shot.
Hakansson with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sky to score with a decent uppercut.
Hakansson shoots in but no luck this time.
Nice shot lands for Sky.
Hakansson closes the distance and clinches up with Sky, looking for a takedown. Hakansson pushes Sky against the cage but Sky circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Hakansson ducks under a wild hook from Sky.
Hakansson throws a big counter combination but Sky scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Hakansson uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sky.
Sky lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hakansson takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sky throws a body shot but no joy.
Sky lands with an uppercut that bounces Hakansson off the cage and back into range.
Sky lands a nice shot to the body.
Sky fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sky cracks Hakansson with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Sky looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Good shot there by Sky.
Sky throws a quick inside leg kick. #T4#
Hakansson shoots in looking for a takedown but Sky manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hakansson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Sky misses with a looping right.
Nice takedown defense from Sky. No joy for Hakansson on that attempt.
Hakansson on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Sky bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sky lands a nice shot to the body.
Sky catches Hakansson with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Hakansson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sky finds it's way round the side to connect with Hakansson's head.
Nice shot lands for Sky.
Sky stuns Hakansson with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Sky lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hakansson ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Hakansson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A big left from Sky misses.
Hakansson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sky lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sky is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A jab lands there for Sky.
Jack Hakansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sky dips down and scores with a jab to the body.

And that's the end of the fight!
Journey Sky comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Sky 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 Daniel Blasius scores the fight 26:30
Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 26:30
Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 26:30

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

Event: RISE 198
Date: Sep 30, 2023

#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hakansson is defended easily by Takanori.
Takanori throws out a counter right but Hakansson avoids it with no problem.
Takanori misses with a leg kick.
Hakansson throwing a counter right hand but Takanori manages to avoid it.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Hakansson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Takanori! But no joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Hakansson scores with a takedown into Takanori's guard.
Hakansson advances position into side control!#T1##SUB#
Hakansson has hold of Takanori's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Takanori tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Hakansson cranks the arm and Takanori screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Takanori, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jack Hakansson!
Jack Hakansson took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Shadow Realm Apparel for their support in the buildup to the fight.

Event: RISE 168
Date: May 06, 2023

#R1#
Hakansson shoots in looking for a takedown. Cassidy tries to sprawl out of it but Hakansson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cassidy manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #CL2#
Cassidy closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Cassidy is pressed up against the cage. Hakansson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cassidy down to the mat. Cassidy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hakansson goes for a double leg but Cassidy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cassidy continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Hakansson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Hakansson is working for a submission of some sort.
Hakansson stalling away here and it's allowed Cassidy to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1#
Cassidy wants to get back to his feet but Hakansson is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Hakansson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Cassidy wants to stand and escape but Hakansson is having none of it.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Hakansson trying to control but Cassidy is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD#
Cassidy gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hakansson sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Cassidy is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hakansson controlling from the top position.
Hakansson pushes down on Cassidy's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Hakansson seems to be working for a kimura but Cassidy defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
Hakansson is keen to just control but Cassidy is a slippery customer.
Hakansson not doing much here.
Hakansson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hakansson moves nicely into side control.
Hakansson trying to control the position but Cassidy is working away. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hakansson controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Cassidy gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Hakansson thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hakansson looking to control but Cassidy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Cassidy wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Hakansson dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2##CL2#
Cassidy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Cassidy working aggressively here.
Cassidy gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Hakansson is looking to take this one to the mat.
Hakansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cassidy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hakansson blocking some punches.
Hakansson is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Cassidy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cassidy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Hakansson has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Cassidy avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cassidy has a couple of punches blocked by Hakansson.
Cassidy prevents the takedown attempt.
Cassidy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cassidy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cassidy lands with a left to the head.
Cassidy fails to land with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Cassidy misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Cassidy fails to land.
Cassidy misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cassidy misses with some punches.
Cassidy throws a punch but it's blocked by Hakansson.
Hakansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cassidy is defending well.
Cassidy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cassidy.
Hakansson tries for a takedown but Cassidy manages to get underhooks.
Cassidy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Hakansson definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Cassidy lands with a short shot to the head.
Cassidy lands a nice uppercut.
Hakansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cassidy is defending well.
Cassidy working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Cassidy swings wildly with an uppercut but Hakansson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cassidy lands a hook that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Hakansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Cassidy pulls his leg out and moves away.
Cassidy leaves Hakansson with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T2##CL2#
Cassidy fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Hakansson, pushing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hakansson has Cassidy pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Cassidy manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hakansson.
Cassidy throws a punch but it's blocked by Hakansson.
Cassidy throws a punch but it's blocked by Hakansson.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hakansson.
Hakansson is trying to drag Cassidy to the mat but Cassidy just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Cassidy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hakansson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cassidy swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cassidy gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Cassidy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Still in the clinch, Cassidy scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cassidy lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T3#
Hakansson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cassidy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hakansson is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cassidy is defending well.
Cassidy lands a hook that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Butch Cassidy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cassidy.
Hakansson goes for a takedown attempt but Cassidy pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Butch Cassidy is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Cassidy has taken the fight to the clinch.
Cassidy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Hakansson wants a takedown but no success here.
Cassidy has a couple of punches blocked by Hakansson.
Cassidy misses with some punches.
Hakansson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Cassidy gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cassidy.
Cassidy lands an uppercut.
Cassidy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cassidy misses with a punch on the inside.
Cassidy lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
A short right from Cassidy on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A head punch on the inside from Cassidy fails to land.
Cassidy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cassidy is pressed up against the cage. Hakansson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Cassidy down to the mat. Cassidy avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hakansson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Cassidy swivels and escapes.
Cassidy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hakansson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Cassidy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hakansson went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Hakansson goes for a double leg but Cassidy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Cassidy continues to drive forward.
Cassidy has a couple of punches blocked by Hakansson.
Cassidy fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cassidy misses with some punches.
Cassidy misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cassidy gets underhooks to prevent Hakansson's takedown attempt.
Cassidy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Cassidy fails to land.
Cassidy throws a head punch that misses.
Cassidy tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Butch Cassidy showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Cassidy looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cassidy bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cassidy wants to clinch up but Hakansson keeps it at a distance.
Cassidy wants to clinch
and Hakansson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Butch Cassidy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Hakansson passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Cassidy!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hakansson working for a guillotine from mount but Cassidy is in no mood to give up.
Hakansson throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier. #T1#
Hakansson misses with a head shot.
Hakansson looking to control but Cassidy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hakansson wants to take his opponent's back but Cassidy doesn't allow it.
Hakansson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB#
Hakansson looking for a guillotine from mount but Cassidy is having none of it.
Hakansson seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Cassidy is holding on tight. #T2#
Hakansson controlling the position easily from mount.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Cassidy can do anything to dispel that myth.
Cassidy tries to buck Hakansson off but he can't manage it.
Hakansson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Hakansson trying to control but Cassidy is having none of it. #T3#
Hakansson throwing shots from mount but they're not landing. #SUB#
Hakansson has control of Cassidy's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Cassidy regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Hakansson trying to control but Cassidy is having none of it. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
You get the feeling that Cassidy really doesn't like being in this position too much.
Hakansson is stalling here but it's allowed Cassidy to get half guard.
Hakansson slows the pace down in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hakansson is looking to stall here but Cassidy recovers full guard.

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

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:28
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 28:28

The fight is ruled a draw!

Event: RISE 159
Date: Apr 08, 2023

#R1#
Jab, jab by Iwaga Genochin - just one landing.
Hakansson walks into a stiff left hand from Iwaga Genochin.
Hakansson fails to land the takedown.
Iwaga Genochin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Hakansson lands with a right hand.
Hakansson keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice defenses there by Hakansson.#CL#
Iwaga Genochin clinches up against the cage.
Iwaga Genochin prevents the takedown attempt.
Iwaga Genochin lands a right hand.
Iwaga Genochin is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Iwaga Genochin is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Iwaga Genochin misses with a short punch on the inside. #TD2#
Hakansson gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Iwaga Genochin is trying to control but can't.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Iwaga Genochin tries to get to full guard but Hakansson has control of the leg. #T1#
Hakansson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Iwaga Genochin tries to roll over but Hakansson keeps him under control.
Iwaga Genochin is staying active underneath Hakansson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Iwaga Genochin gets back to full guard.
Hakansson controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hakansson wants to control from the top but Iwaga Genochin keeps moving.
Hakansson slips nicely into half guard.
Iwaga Genochin is staying active underneath Hakansson, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T2#
Iwaga Genochin tries to roll over but Hakansson keeps him under control.
Iwaga Genochin regains full guard. Nicely done.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Iwaga Genochin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Iwaga Genochin controls Hakansson momentarily but Hakansson frees himself.
Iwaga Genochin wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Iwaga Genochin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hakansson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hakansson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hakansson wants to pass the guard but Iwaga Genochin is keeping the position.
Hakansson trying to control but Iwaga Genochin is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin has his foot on Hakansson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hakansson works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Iwaga Genochin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hakansson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hakansson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin working for a triangle but Hakansson defends it easily.
Iwaga Genochin wants to sweep but no luck.
Hakansson sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Iwaga Genochin's guard.
Hakansson seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Iwaga Genochin is looking for a sweep. Hakansson is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hakansson slows the pace down in half guard. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Iwaga Genochin is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hakansson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hakansson's back!
I really don't envy Hakansson right now. #SUB#
Iwaga Genochin is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Hakansson won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Iwaga Genochin off his unconscious opponent!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin!
A relieved looking Sam Hiro Iwaga Genochin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.

Event: RISE 151
Date: Mar 12, 2023

#R1#
Ahearn connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Hakansson looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ahearn is looking to counter punch.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD2#
Hakansson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ahearn's guard.
Ahearn keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully.
Hakansson not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ahearn knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hakansson on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Hakansson drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hakansson jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T1#
Hakansson is stalling in the full guard.
Ahearn keeping full guard, as Hakansson tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ahearn keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Hakansson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ahearn looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB2#
Hakansson tries for a kimura but Ahearn is defending well.
Hakansson looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Ahearn is avoiding damage well. #T2#
Hakansson wants to control but Ahearn is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Hakansson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Hakansson wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ahearn, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Hakansson tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Hakansson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ahearn has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hakansson but great work by Ahearn.#T3#
Hakansson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hakansson moves into full guard.
Hakansson not looking particularly offensive just at the moment. #SUB2#
Hakansson is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Ahearn avoids a guillotine attempt easily. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hakansson bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ahearn's guard. #REVB#
Hakansson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Hakansson looking to sit in guard and control but Ahearn gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hakansson trying to control the position.
Ahearn's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Hakansson dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Hakansson is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Ahearn's half guard.
Hakansson is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Hakansson trying to control but Ahearn is having none of it. #SUB2#
Hakansson looking to secure an arm triangle but Ahearn defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hakansson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ahearn is looking to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ahearn holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Hakansson tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Jack Hakansson has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hakansson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ahearn is trying to escape the mount.
Hakansson unloads with some shots from mount but Ahearn bucks and avoids them well.
Ahearn definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hakansson controlling from mount.
Hakansson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ahearn is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Hakansson jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ahearn is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ahearn and Hakansson has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Hakansson wants to control but Ahearn is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Hakansson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3##SUB2#
Hakansson goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ahearn has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Hakansson but great work by Ahearn.
Hakansson struggling a bit here.
Hakansson is looking for a sweep.
Hakansson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ahearn is trying to control the action in half guard but Hakansson is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Ahearn blocks the strikes from Hakansson. #T4#
Hakansson moves into full guard.
Ahearn wants to pass the guard but Hakansson is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Hakansson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ahearn doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ahearn manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ahearn defends well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Ahearn got a little sloppy there for a moment and Hakansson has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ahearn has managed to get both his arms back between Hakansson's legs - danger averted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Hakansson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ahearn sprawls well. Ahearn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hakansson gets slowly back to his feet.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ahearn sprawls well. Ahearn wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Hakansson gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2#
Hakansson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hakansson tries for a kimura but Ahearn is defending well.
Ahearn tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Hakansson controls the position from side control.#SUB2#
Hakansson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hakansson working away.#SUB2#
Hakansson working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ahearn tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hakansson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tobias Ahearn has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB2#
Hakansson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ahearn prevents Hakansson from moving into mount. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ahearn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Hakansson looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Ahearn is avoiding damage well. #T3#
Hakansson misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ahearn has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ahearn on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ahearn tries to get out of the position.#SUB2#
Hakansson is trying to get an arm triangle but Ahearn is defending well. #SUB2#
Hakansson is trying to get an arm triangle but Ahearn is defending well. #SUB2#
Hakansson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Hakansson tries for a kimura but Ahearn is defending well.
Hakansson is staying tight to Ahearn's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Hakansson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Jack Hakansson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Hakansson passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Ahearn!

And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Hakansson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Hakansson 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 27:30

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Hakansson!
Jack Hakansson managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Shadow Realm Apparel, into his post fight interview.

Event: RISE 143
Date: Feb 12, 2023

#R1#
Dukic stuffs the takedown attempt from Hakansson. Hakansson gets slowly back to his feet.
Hakansson keeps the fight on the outside.
Hakansson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dukic throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Hakansson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dukic manages to avoid it.
Hakansson shoots in looking for a takedown but Dukic manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Hakansson's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dukic closes the distance looking to clinch
and Hakansson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from Dukic lands.
Dukic keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Dukic is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bruno Dukic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.#T1#
Hakansson keeps the fight on the outside.
Dukic stuffs the takedown attempt from Hakansson. Hakansson gets slowly back to his feet.
Hakansson misses with a takedown
and Dukic counters with a straight right hand.#CL#
Dukic darts in and clinches Hakansson up against the cage.
Hakansson blocks an uppercut.
Dukic is trying to maintain a safe position but Hakansson gets an underhook and turns Dukic into the cage.
Dukic working aggressively here. #TD2#
Hakansson is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Dukic can't fight it off and eventually Hakansson manages to take the fight to the floor. Dukic looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Hakansson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Dukic is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Hakansson controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hakansson works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Hakansson seems to be looking for submissions. #SUB2#
Hakansson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Dukic sees it coming and defends easily.
Dukic trying to control here. #T3##SUB2#
Dukic is defending against the submission attempts here by Hakansson.
Hakansson controlling the action here.
Dukic definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Dukic might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Hakansson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Dukic is defending against the submission attempts here by Hakansson.
Hakansson stalling away here and it's allowed Dukic to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #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.
Dukic is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hakansson tries to free his leg and advance position but Dukic is retaining full guard.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Dukic is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hakansson is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jack Hakansson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Hakansson looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dukic keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Hakansson wants to control but Dukic is keeping him busy. #T1#
Hakansson stalling.
Dukic pushes Hakansson off looking to stand but Hakansson dives back in and keeps control. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Hakansson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game. #SUB2#
Hakansson wants to work for an arm triangle but Dukic is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Hakansson not doing much here. #SUB2#
Hakansson 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.
Hakansson wants to take a breather but Dukic is having none of it.
Jack Hakansson has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3##SUB2#
Hakansson seems to be working for a kimura but Dukic defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hakansson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Hakansson controlling the pace. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Jack Hakansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dukic stuffs the takedown attempt from Hakansson. Hakansson gets slowly back to his feet. #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.
Dukic tries to clinch there but Hakansson circles away.
Dukic is looking to clinch.
Hakansson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Hakansson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dukic counters with a left to the body.
Dukic tries to clinch but Hakansson moves out of range.
Hakansson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Dukic sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hakansson somewhat.
Bruno Dukic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Hakansson tries for a takedown but Dukic sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown but Dukic shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#TD2#
Hakansson scores with a takedown into Dukic's guard.
Dukic wants to stand but Hakansson is controlling the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Hakansson 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#
Hakansson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Dukic as Hakansson shoots in.
Dukic lands with a right hand.
Hakansson fails to land the takedown.
Dukic seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bruno Dukic has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.#CL#
Dukic clinches with his opponent.
We've been informed that Hakansson has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dukic throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Hakansson blocks it with crossed arms.
Dukic gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Dukic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A nice right hand lands inside from Dukic. #T1#
A head punch on the inside from Dukic fails to land.
Dukic swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Hakansson blocks an uppercut.
Dukic prevents the takedown attempt.
Hakansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dukic pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hakansson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dukic's waist but Dukic gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hakansson off to one side.
Hakansson fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Dukic manages to avoid it.
Dukic swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Hakansson misses with a double jab
and Dukic counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bruno Dukic is winning the standup battle so far.
Dukic is looking to clinch.
Hakansson misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Dukic to counter with a crisp jab.
No luck for Hakansson with that takedown attempt. #T2##CL#
Dukic moves into the clinch.
Dukic lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dukic gets underhooks to prevent Hakansson's takedown attempt.
Hakansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dukic fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hakansson fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Hakansson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dukic is looking to clinch.
Hakansson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Dukic moves into the clinch successfully.
A short uppercut from Dukic.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hakansson wants a takedown but no success here.
Dukic misses with a knee to the head.
Dukic tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Dukic has a couple of punches blocked by Hakansson. #T3#
Hakansson tries for a takedown but Dukic manages to get underhooks.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hakansson.
Hakansson blocks a punch to the side of the head. #BC#
Dukic manages to break the clinch.
Hakansson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hakansson wants it to stay on the feet.
Hakansson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dukic tries to clinch but Hakansson moves out of range.
Hakansson has his takedown stuffed
and Dukic counters with a stiff right hand.
Dukic moves in looking to clinch but Hakansson pushes him off.
Dukic is looking to clinch but Hakansson is avoiding it.
Dukic tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Hakansson manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Hakansson keeps the fight on the outside.#T4#
Hakansson misses with a takedown attempt
and Dukic counters with a stiff right hand.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Hakansson.
Hakansson gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Dukic counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dukic is looking to clinch but Hakansson is avoiding it.
Hakansson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dukic with a body shot.
Hakansson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Dukic is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Hakansson! But no joy.
Hakansson shoots and misses
and Dukic counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bruno Dukic has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jack Hakansson is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Dukic.

And that's the end of the fight!
Bruno Dukic showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Hakansson has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Hakansson!
After the big win, Jack Hakansson made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Shadow Realm Apparel and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.

Event: RISE 136
Date: Jan 22, 2023

#R1#
Hakansson jabs Aspect to the body, keeping him at a distance.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Aspect throws a head punch that misses.
Aspect fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aspect lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD2#
Hakansson tightens his grip and picks Aspect up, before dumping him to the ground. Aspect manages to land in guard.
Aspect wants to stand up but Hakansson is controlling him.
Aspect on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Aspect tries to get out of the position.
Hakansson wants to pass the guard but Aspect is keeping the position.
Aspect keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aspect is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Hakansson is controlling him. #T1#
Hakansson sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hakansson trying to control but Aspect is working from the bottom.
Aspect wants to stand but Hakansson is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hakansson connects with a jab.
Aspect definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hakansson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Aspect's waist but Aspect gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hakansson off to one side.
Hakansson lands a jab to the head.
Aspect tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Aspect instigates a clinch. #T2#
Aspect lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Aspect misses with a punch on the inside.
Aspect scores with a shot to the side of Hakansson's head.
Aspect is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD2#
Hakansson is trying to trip Aspect. He has hold of a leg but Aspect is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Hakansson persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Aspect knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Hakansson on the ground.
Hakansson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hakansson advances position into side control!
Hakansson advances to full mount. #SUB2#
Hakansson is working for a guillotine from mount but Aspect frees his head quite easily. #T3#
Aspect prevents Hakansson from taking his back.#SUB2#
Hakansson working for a submission but Aspect is keeping him at bay. #SUB2#
Hakansson is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Aspect to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Aspect shrugs it off.
Hakansson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Aspect is looking to escape.
Aspect is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.#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.#SUB2#
Hakansson has control of Aspect's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Aspect regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Hakansson with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Hakansson won't let Aspect get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hakansson is looking to work his way around to Aspect's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #SUB2#
Hakansson has control of Aspect's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Aspect regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Aspect is trying to stand but he's just given Hakansson his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Hakansson dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Hakansson circles away from the clinch attempt.
Hakansson fails with the takedown.
Hakansson avoids the clinch attempt nicely. #CL#
Aspect has taken the fight to the clinch.
Aspect gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Aspect lands a left hand.
Hakansson is working for takedown but Aspect is calmly controlling the position for now.
Alain Aspect has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Hakansson is trying to drag Aspect to the mat but Aspect just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Hakansson is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Aspect gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aspect.
Hakansson drops down looking for an ankle pick but Aspect pulls his leg out and moves away. #CL#
Aspect clinches with his opponent.
Aspect prevents the takedown attempt. #T1##TD2#
Hakansson lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Hakansson wants to free his trapped foot but Aspect is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Hakansson trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Hakansson wants to work for an arm triangle but Aspect is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Hakansson throwing shots but Aspect is blocking nicely.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aspect looks like he's trying to stand up. #T2#
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Hakansson not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Hakansson not doing much here.
Hakansson trying to control from half guard but Aspect is working away. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hakansson swings for the body but Aspect moves out of range. #CL#
Aspect moves into range and clinches up with Hakansson.
Hakansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Aspect fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Aspect wants to clinch up but Hakansson keeps it at a distance.
Hakansson uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Aspect tries to clinch there but Hakansson circles away. #T3#
Hakansson will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.#CL#
Aspect clinches.
Aspect lands a shoulder strike.
Aspect lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Hakansson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Aspect after a bit of a struggle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Aspect.
Aspect throws a punch but it's blocked by Hakansson.
Aspect is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC2#
Hakansson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt. #CL#
Aspect gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Aspect misses with a punch on the inside.
Aspect gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Hakansson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hakansson. #T4#
Aspect fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Aspect scores with a shoulder strike.
Aspect lands a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aspect pushes Hakansson back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Hakansson wants a takedown.
Aspect throws a head punch that misses.
Alain Aspect has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Aspect misses with a short punch on the inside.
Hakansson looking for a takedown.
Hakansson tries for a takedown. No joy.
Hakansson changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Aspect fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Hakansson is breathing heavily.
Aspect is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Aspect tries to close the distance and clinch but Hakansson swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Aspect is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Hakansson misses with a double jab.
Hakansson keeps the fight on the outside.
Hakansson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Alain Aspect is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Aspect moves in looking to clinch but Hakansson pushes him off.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Alain Aspect dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Hakansson swats away the attempt to clinch by Aspect.
Despite the aggression on Hakansson's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Hakansson looks to score with a jab to the body but Aspect is just out of range.#TD2#
Hakansson closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Hakansson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Hakansson looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Hakansson is working for a kimura but Aspect is defending it quite comfortably. #T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hakansson seems to be looking for submissions.
Hakansson throwing shots but Aspect is blocking nicely.
Hakansson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hakansson wants to pass the guard but Aspect is defending well.
Aspect is trying to stand.
Hakansson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Aspect is refusing to be controlled, as Hakansson sits in half guard.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Hakansson trying to control the pace. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Aspect tries to clinch up.
Aspect is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Aspect tries to clinch but Hakansson moves out of range.
Hakansson swats away the attempt to clinch by Aspect.
Hakansson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL#
Aspect clinches with his opponent. #T3#
Aspect tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Aspect.
Aspect misses with a punch on the inside.
Aspect gets underhooks to prevent Hakansson's takedown attempt.
Hakansson drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Hakansson.
Hakansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Aspect is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Alain Aspect has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Aspect is pressed up against the cage. Hakansson has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Aspect down to the mat. Aspect avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Hakansson takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Aspect has closed the distance and engaged Hakansson in a clinch.
Aspect lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Hakansson blocking some punches.
Aspect misses with some punches.
Aspect throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Hakanssons head.
Aspect lands with a left to the head.
Aspect misses with the head strike.
Hakansson tries for a takedown but Aspect manages to get underhooks. #T4#
Hakansson goes for a takedown attempt but Aspect pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Aspect fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hakansson swats away the attempt to clinch by Aspect.
Alain Aspect is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Aspect tries to clinch there but Hakansson circles away.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Aspect fails with an attempt to clinch.
Aspect tries to clinch up but Hakansson circles away and keeps his distance.
Aspect tries to clinch up but Hakansson circles away and keeps his distance.
Aspect fails with an attempt to clinch.
Hakansson is trying hard to land a takedown here. Aspect sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Aspect steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hakansson.#CL#
Aspect rushes Hakansson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Aspect throws a punch but it's blocked by Hakansson.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hakansson looking for a takedown.
Aspect misses with a hook from the clinch.
Aspect throws a head punch that misses.
Aspect lands with a right to the head.
Hakansson tries for a takedown. No joy.

And that's the end of the fight!
Alain Aspect showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Aspect 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jonathan Paton scores the fight 29:28
Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28

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

Event: RISE 134
Date: Jan 08, 2023

#R1#
Parker scores with a jab to the jaw.
Hakansson shoots in looking for a takedown. Parker tries to sprawl out of it but Hakansson keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Parker manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hakansson with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hakansson takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jack Hakansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hakansson goes for a double leg but Parker avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Parker continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jack Hakansson. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A short right from Parker on the inside. #BC2#
Parker pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Parker misses with a left hand
and Hakansson counters with a left to the body.
Parker keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hakansson.
Parker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#TD#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Parker napping and manages to drive through into side control!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Parker pushes Hakansson away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Hakansson gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Hakansson staying calm.
Parker is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Hakansson asserts his dominance and retains side control.
The referee asks Hakansson politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hakansson prefers to stall for the moment though.#T1#
Parker wants to get back to his feet but Hakansson is dominant here and he's now got Parker's back!
Parker is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. #SUB#
Parker wants to get back to his feet. He's half way up but Hakansson drags him back down with a jolt, managing to get his forearm deep under Parker 's chin! Parker is in real trouble! His face is turning bright red and he's forced to tap! This one is all over!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jack Hakansson!
Jack Hakansson very nearly forgot to thank Shadow Realm Apparel amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.

Event: RISE 123
Date: Dec 09, 2022

#R1#
Donk. Hakansson catches Greatrix right on the button with a cross.#TD2#
Hakansson scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Greatrix regains half guard.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Greatrix trying to control here.
Greatrix preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB2#
Hakansson wants to work for an arm triangle but Greatrix is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Greatrix is trying to maintain the position but Hakansson is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greatrix works his way to full guard. Good work.
Greatrix pulls Hakansson in close to prevent any damage.
Greatrix keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully. #T1#
Hakansson is fighting to break Greatrix's control of his arms but Greatrix is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Hakansson wants to control from the top but Greatrix keeps moving.
Greatrix tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hakansson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Greatrix keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully.
Greatrix managing to control the position.
Hakansson looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Greatrix keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Greatrix misses with an attempted mid kick. #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.
Hakansson ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The fighters circling - Greatrix throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hakansson keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Greatrix. Those never looked like landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Greatrix. Hakansson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hakansson throws an overhand right that lands on Greatrix's shoulder, as Greatrix tries to avoid the shot.
Hakansson moves away from the strike by Greatrix.
Hakansson with a poor takedown
and Greatrix counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Hakansson scores with a jab.
Both fighters circling a little - Greatrix finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Hakansson misses with the combination.
Homer Greatrix is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Greatrix misses with a head kick.
Greatrix thuds his right hand into Hakansson's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Homer Greatrix seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Greatrix swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Greatrix looks for the body kick but Hakansson saw that one coming. #T3#
Hakansson connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Greatrix getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Nice body kick there by Greatrix.
Greatrix misses with a hook. Hakansson ducked under it nicely.
Greatrix throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Greatrix misses with a lunging right hand
and Hakansson counters with a stiff right hand.
Greatrix lands a glancing blow to the side of Hakansson's head.
A nice inside leg kick there by Greatrix. That's going to slow Hakansson down.
Hakansson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Greatrix.
Greatrix throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Greatrix misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick. #TD2#
Hakansson changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Greatrix looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Greatrix is looking for a sweep.
Greatrix is trying to control Hakansson's posture but Hakansson avoids it.
Greatrix is not content to let Hakansson control the position. #T4##SUB2#
Hakansson thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Greatrix is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hakansson off and has taken his back!
Hakansson looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Greatrix controlling the position well here. Hakansson rolled but Greatrix kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hakansson tries to escape the position.
Hakansson is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Greatrix.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Homer Greatrix dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hakansson takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Greatrix misses with a wild combination.
Greatrix misses with a looping right.
Hakansson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Greatrix.
A swing and a miss from Greatrix.
Greatrix throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A little jabbing left from Hakansson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Hakansson.
Hakansson looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Greatrix is fending him off so far but Hakansson persists. Nope, Greatrix circles away and we're back to standing.
Greatrix with a nice calf kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Greatrix looks for the body kick but Hakansson saw that one coming.
Hakansson misses with a body shot.
Hakansson moves out of range of the body kick from Greatrix.
A looping hook to the body misses from Greatrix. Hakansson does a little dance to reset his feet.
Hakansson lands a really nice looking cross but Greatrix seems unphased. #T1#
Greatrix dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Hakansson. That did some damage!
Hakansson is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Greatrix.
Greatrix throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Hakansson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Greatrix tries to bum rush Hakansson with a series of wild strikes but Hakansson uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Greatrix wants to land a leg kick but Hakansson is out of range.
Hakansson takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Greatrix swings widly with a right hand
and Hakansson counters with a left and a right... And another left! Greatrix is down! He's done! The ref dives in to save him and that's the end of the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Hakansson!

Event: RISE 118
Date: Nov 20, 2022

#R1#
No joy there for Hakansson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Hakansson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brillo scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Brillo dives in and grabs Hakansson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hakansson pushes down on Brillo's head and hops out.
Hakansson steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Brillo.
Hakansson thows a left - swing and a miss!
Brillo closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hakansson circles away.
Amarillo Brillo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Brillo lands a nice hook to Hakansson's body. Hakansson takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Brillo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hakansson throws a looping overhand right but Brillo ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brillo misses with a left hand
enabling Hakansson to counter with a crisp jab.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#TD#
Brillo drives through with a takedown into Hakansson's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hakansson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Hakansson is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Hakansson has his hands on Brillo's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Brillo trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Brillo missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Brillo landing some decent shots from guard.
Hakansson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brillo is one step ahead there.
Brillo throws a big elbow that misses.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Hakansson looking for a guillotine here but Brillo defends easily. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Hakansson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hakansson looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Brillo makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Brillo 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.
Hakansson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Hakansson had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Brillo defends it easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Brillo prevents Hakansson from getting back to his feet.
Brillo lands a couple of digs.
Brillo content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T3#
Hakansson working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Brillo.
Brillo in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brillo defends well.
Brillo working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Brillo postures up in Hakansson's guard and throws a big left but Hakansson blocks it.
Brillo works over Hakansson with some ground and pound from guard.
Brillo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hakansson's head.
Brillo trying to control but Hakansson is working from the bottom.
Brillo throwing strikes from guard but Hakansson blocks nicely.
Brillo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T4#
Brillo scoring with some ground and pound.
Hakansson controlling Brillo's posture.
Brillo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Brillo avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Brillo stands up over Hakansson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Brillo scoring with some ground and pound.
Brillo working some strikes from top position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hakansson wants to stand up but Brillo is controlling him.
Brillo is working Hakansson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hakansson controls Brillo momentarily but Brillo frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Amarillo Brillo dominated that round.
That's time! Brillo's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A jab from Hakansson misses.
A combination from Hakansson does no damage. #CL#
Brillo takes the fight into the clinch.
Hakansson is trying to break the clinch but Brillo is controlling him.
Hakansson prevents the takedown attempt. #BC2#
Hakansson's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL#
Brillo moves into the clinch.
Hakansson is trying to break the clinch but Brillo is controlling him.#TD#
Brillo successfully pulls guard.
Brillo wants to sweep here but Hakansson controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson trying to control but Brillo is working from the bottom.
Hakansson won't allow Brillo to sweep him here. #T1#
Brillo is working hard here to advance position.
Hakansson works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Hakansson is working for a kimura but Brillo is defending it quite comfortably.
Brillo slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Brillo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hakansson defends it easily.#SUB2#
Hakansson postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Brillo is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Hakansson, into his guard. #REVR##T2##SUB2#
Hakansson working for a triangle but Brillo defends it easily.
Brillo won't allow Hakansson to sweep him here.
Brillo is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Hakansson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Brillo connects with a couple of short punches.#T3#
Brillo won't allow Hakansson to get back to his feet.
Hakansson avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Brillo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hakansson can do to turn this around?
Brillo cracks Hakansson with a solid left hand.#SUB2#
Hakansson has his foot on Brillo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brillo works his way back into a safe position though.
Brillo throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Hakansson works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Brillo scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Hakansson has his foot on Brillo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brillo works his way back into a safe position though.
Brillo with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Brillo landing some decent shots from guard.
Brillo is working Hakansson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #SUB2#
Hakansson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brillo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Brillo keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Hakansson's head.#T4#
Brillo postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Brillo trying to control but Hakansson is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hakansson has his foot on Brillo's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Brillo works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Hakansson throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Brillo trying to control but Hakansson is working from the bottom.
Brillo connects with a couple of short punches.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Brillo lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Hakansson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Amarillo Brillo dominated that second 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. This is the final round!#R3#
Brillo dives in and grabs Hakansson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Hakansson pushes down on Brillo's head and hops out.
Hakansson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hakansson wants it to stay on the feet.
Hakansson misses with a two punch combination.
Hakansson leaves Brillo with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hakansson let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Amarillo Brillo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brillo lands a jab to the head.
Hakansson throws a shot from downtown. Brillo moves away and avoids it.#CL#
Brillo closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Brillo has him pressed against the cage.
Hakansson prevents a takedown attempt there. #TD#
Brillo turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Hakansson is trying to buck Brillo off.#T1#
Brillo is chipping away with strikes.
Brillo scores with a couple of short elbows.
Hakansson gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Hakansson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Brillo looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Brillo pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Brillo 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.
Hakansson trying to control but Brillo postures up.
Brillo seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Brillo seems to be working for a kimura but Hakansson defends the submission attempt.
Brillo prevents Hakansson from improving his position.
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. Brillo connects with a nice short shot to Hakansson's temple.
Hakansson is looking to control Brillo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hakansson avoid being mounted?
Amarillo Brillo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T3#
Brillo working Hakansson over with strikes.
Brillo looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Brillo 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.
Hakansson moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Brillo scoring with some ground and pound.
Hakansson is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
Brillo stops Hakansson from standing up.
Brillo connects with a couple of short punches.
Brillo scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Brillo stands up over Hakansson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Hakansson has his hands on Brillo's head, controlling the position.
Brillo wants to control from the top but Hakansson keeps moving.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hakansson pulls Brillo in close to prevent any damage.
Jack Hakansson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Hakansson working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brillo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brillo manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.

And that's the end of the fight!
Amarillo Brillo showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Brillo, 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27
Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:27

In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Amarillo Brillo!

Event: RISE 108: Franjic v Lancaster
Date: Oct 16, 2022

#R1#
Hakansson listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A swing and a miss from Dragneel.
Hakansson shoots in for a double leg but Dragneel sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Nice sprawl there from Dragneel as Hakansson shoots in.
Hakansson throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dragneel stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Hakansson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dragneel avoids it really well and circles away.
Natsu Dragneel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Hakansson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hakansson takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Hakansson slips a straight right by Dragneel.
We've been told by Dragneel's head coaches at Champion Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dragneel scores with a shot to the body.
Dragneel throws an overhand right that lands on Hakansson's shoulder, as Hakansson tries to avoid the shot.
Dragneel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hakansson.
Dragneel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dragneel lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#T1#
Dragneel lands an overhand right.
Hakansson fails with a takedown attempt.
Hakansson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Dragneel counters with a stiff right hand.
Dragneel takes a swing at Hakansson's ribcage but misses.
Hakansson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Dragneel finds it's way round the side to connect with Hakansson's head.
Hakansson pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hakansson misses with a takedown attempt - Dragneel sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Hakansson tries for a takedown but Dragneel sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Dragneel connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Dragneel misses with a straight right.
Hakansson changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dragneel tries to avoid it but Hakansson manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dragneel to the ground. Dragneel escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dragneel with a nice cross.
Natsu Dragneel seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Hakansson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Dragneel avoids it really well and circles away.
Natsu Dragneel 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!
Nice defenses there by Hakansson.
Dragneel keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hakansson.
Hakansson takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Hakansson shoots in and drives through. Dragneel sprawls well.
Dragneel waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hakansson.
Hakansson avoids a punch combination nicely.
Hakansson throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Dragneel's waist but Dragneel gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Hakansson off to one side.
Dragneel is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Dragneel as he avoids it easily.
Nice shot by Dragneel.
Hakansson takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Hakansson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#KD#
Dragneel sends Hakansson crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Dragneel is motioning to the referee to let Hakansson up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#Hakansson is rocked!#T3#
A swing and a miss from Dragneel.
Hakansson is still on wobbly legs! Can Dragneel finish him?
Dragneel misses with a looping right.
Hakansson seems to have recovered his senses.
Dragneel scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hakansson doesn't seem bothered though.
Dragneel throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Hakansson.
A cross from Dragneel lands.
Dragneel connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Dragneel closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Hakansson! Dragneel dives in looking to finish! Hakansson 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 3:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Natsu Dragneel!
During a confident post fight interview, Natsu Dragneel thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Daan vs Fran - Money # 19
Date: Sep 11, 2022

#R1#
Hakansson fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Sven avoids it really well and circles away.
Hakansson shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Sven counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Sven definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hakansson misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jayden Sven has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.#TD2#
Hakansson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Sven wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hakansson is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Sven has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hakansson is working away from the top position though.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T1#
Hakansson performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Hakansson is working for submissions here but there's nothing on. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Sven still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Sven has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Sven trying to control the position but Hakansson is working away. #T2#
Hakansson wants to control but Sven postures up.
Hakansson tries to buck Sven off but Sven is having none of it.
Sven tries to move to full mount but Hakansson actually manages to regain half guard.
Hakansson trying to control from the bottom. #SUB2#
Hakansson has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Sven. Oh but Hakansson has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Sven goes limp - he's gone! Hakansson jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jack Hakansson!

Event: Oliveira vs Davis - Money # 18
Date: Aug 27, 2022

#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hakansson.
Shepard manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Shepard trying to control here.
Hakansson not doing much here.
Shepard pushes Hakansson off looking to stand but Hakansson dives back in and keeps control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shepard trying to control here.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Shepard tries to kick Hakansson off but Hakansson keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Shepard is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Hakansson's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Hakansson's back!#T1#
Hakansson wants to control his opponent's hands but Shepard gets his hands free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hakansson rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done. #T2#
Hakansson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Hakansson has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shepard is working away from the top position though.
Shepard controlling the pace.
Hakansson controlling the position for now.
Hakansson tries to get to full guard but Shepard has control of the leg.
Shepard performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3##SUB2#
Hakansson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shepard pulls his head out easily.
Shepard is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Shepard tries to stand and escape but Hakansson is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Hakansson avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Shepard waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Hakansson.#CL#
Shepard rushes Hakansson and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Hakansson has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Shepard after a bit of a struggle.
Hakansson looking for a takedown.
A short right from Shepard. #T4#
Hakansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Shepard is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Duncan Shepard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Shepard lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Hakansson has Shepard pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Shepard manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Shepard gets through Hakansson's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Shepard scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from Shepard.
Shepard taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
I was talking to Shepard's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Hakansson has Shepard pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Shepard manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Shepard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Hakansson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hakansson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Shepard circles away.
Shepard defending well as Hakansson loads up on a big left hand.
Shepard thows a left - swing and a miss!
Hakansson tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Hakansson tries to keep at a distance but Shepard has taken the fight into the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hakansson takes a shot to the head. #BC#
Shepard breaks the clinch. #CL#
Shepard moves into the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Duncan Shepard dominated that round.
That's time! Shepard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Hakansson swings for the body but Shepard moves out of range.
Shepard defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Hakansson.
Duncan Shepard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Shepard forces Hakansson back against the cage and clinches.#BC2#
Hakansson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Hakansson keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Shepard.
Hakansson now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Shepard 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.
Hakansson defending well as Shepard loads up on a big left hand.
Hakansson closes the distance and clinches up with Shepard, looking for a takedown. Hakansson pushes Shepard against the cage but Shepard circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jack Hakansson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Shepard clinches.
Shepard lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Shepard lands a nice uppercut.
Shepard stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Shepard softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Shepard creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
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!
Hakansson wants a takedown but no success here.
Duncan Shepard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Hakansson.
Shepard lands a hook that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Shepard lands a hook that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards. #T1#
Hakansson has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Shepard is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Duncan Shepard has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Shepard is pushing Hakansson up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Shepard prevents the takedown attempt.
Shepard scores with a shoulder strike.
Shepard lands a hook that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Hakansson tries to pull guard but Shepard won't allow it. #BC#
Shepard escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Duncan Shepard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
Hakansson closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Shepard to the mat! Shepard manages to get full guard.
Shepard controls Hakansson momentarily but Hakansson frees himself.
Shepard is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hakansson can do to turn this around?
Shepard is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Hakansson stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Shepard swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Shepard is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Shepard is adopting a defensive guard.
Hakansson postures up.
Hakansson scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Hakansson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T3#
Hakansson's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Hakansson closes this distance looking for a takedown but Shepard circles away.#CL#
Shepard moves into the clinch successfully.
Shepard lands a left hand that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Hakansson takes a shot to the head.
Shepard lands a nice uppercut.
Shepard lands a body shot.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Shepard lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Hakansson.
Shepard lands a shoulder strike.
Shepard lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Shepard scores with a shoulder strike.
Shepard lands a nice uppercut.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Shepard lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Shepard creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Shepard stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Hakansson is breathing heavily.
Shepard is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son. #BC2#
Hakansson breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Hakansson takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Hakansson needs to keep his hands up - Shepard had a free shot at his head there.
Shepard is throwing punches like he's double parked. Oh my word! Huge right hand from Shepard shuts the power down on Hakansson. Lights out, game over! Shepard is your winner.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Duncan Shepard!
During a confident post fight interview, Duncan Shepard thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.

Event: Harlan vs Plex - Money - #13
Date: Jul 23, 2022

#R1#
Hakansson throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Hakansson works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Quark definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Hakansson looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Hakansson missing with a left hand there. Quark was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Quark drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hakansson sprawls and moves away.#CL#
Quark clinches up against the cage.
Nice body punch from Quark - that landed with a thud.
Hakansson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Quark lands with a short shot to the head.
Hakansson tries to circle away but Quark has him pinned against the cage.
Quark has Hakansson pressed against the cage, preventing Hakansson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Hakansson breaks the clinch.
Jack Hakansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Quark shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Hakansson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Quark slips under a jab from Hakansson.
Hakansson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Quark.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hakansson throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Quark was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Hakansson misses with a two punch combination.
Decent striking displayed by Quark there.#T1#
Hakansson swinging wildly here.
Hakansson lands a two punch combo.
Hakansson looks to land a combination but Quark avoids it well.
Hakansson lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Quark misses the shot to the body.
A punch combination from Hakansson misses. #CL#
Quark clinches with his opponent.
Hakansson tries to break the clinch but Quark is controlling the position.
Quark can't get the takedown.
Quark has Hakansson pressed against the cage, preventing Hakansson from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#TD#
Quark gets control of Hakansson's arms and successfully pulls guard. Quark will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Hakansson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Hakansson throwing strikes but missing. #T2#
Hakansson wants to stand but Quark is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB#
Quark looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Hakansson wanted to stand there but Quark had control of the position.
Quark is trying to keep Hakansson in close.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Hakansson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T3#
Hakansson postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Quark is trying to keep Hakansson in close.
Quark manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hakansson manages to get himself to full guard. #REVR#
Hakansson utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Hakansson throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Quark wants to pass the guard but Hakansson is keeping the position.
Quark trying to control but Hakansson is working from the bottom.
Hakansson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Quark is controlling him. #SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Quark defends well.#T4#
Hakansson is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Quark is controlling him.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Hakansson controls Quark momentarily but Quark frees himself. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Hakansson changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Jack Hakansson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hakansson slips under a jab from Quark.
Hakansson slips a straight right by Quark.
Hakansson misses with a hook
and Quark cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Hakansson throws a predictable looking body shot
and Quark counters with a nice uppercut.
Hakansson falls off balance throwing a combination
and Quark connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

A close round but Jack Hakansson will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Hakansson is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Quark.
Quark swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Quark moves in looking to clinch but Hakansson pushes him off.#CL#
Quark drives through and clinches with Hakansson against the cage.
Hakansson is trying to break free.
Quark lands a right hand that snaps the head of Hakansson backwards.
Quark is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hakansson to keep the fight standing.
Quark lands with a right to the head.
Hakansson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Hakansson working hard to break the clinch.
Quark lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hakansson wants to break the clinch but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Quark.
Hakansson wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Quark is working for takedown but Hakansson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Quark swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Quark throws a punch but it's blocked by Hakansson. #T1#
Quark has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Hakansson after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Barkeep Quark. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hakansson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Quark has him pressed against the cage.
Quark tries to throw a body punch but Hakansson avoids it by throwing Quark back against the cage.
Hakansson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Quark has him pressed against the cage.
Quark doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hakansson wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Hakansson is trying to force a seperation but Quark has the dominant position.
Hakansson is trying to break the clinch but Quark has him pressed against the cage.
Quark misses with a hook to the ribs.
Quark working aggressively here.
Quark misses with a punch on the inside.
Quark is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Hakansson is defending well.
Hakansson is trying to break the clinch but Quark is controlling him.
Quark stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Quark lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Hakansson tries to circle away but Quark has him pinned against the cage.
Hakansson is looking to break free of the clinch but Quark has double underhooks. #T2#
Hakansson is trying to break the clinch but Quark has him pressed against the cage.
Quark is working for takedown but Hakansson is calmly controlling the position for now.
Hakansson looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#TD#
Quark jumps guard.
Hakansson wanted to stand there but Quark had control of the position.
Hakansson trying to control but Quark is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Quark is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Quark looking to control. #T3##SUB#
Quark is looking for a triangle here but Hakansson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
You can see the frustration on Quark's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hakansson tries to get to his feet but Quark is in the middle of advancing position himself and ends up with Hakansson in his guard.
Hakansson lands a couple of digs.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hakansson wants to control from the top but Quark keeps moving.
Hakansson throws a big elbow that misses. #T4#
Hakansson is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hakansson trying to control but Quark is working from the bottom.
Quark working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Hakansson.
Quark lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Hakansson can do anything to dispel that myth.
Quark is pushing down on Hakansson's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hakansson is fighting to maintain full guard but Quark has managed to sneak the leg through.
Hakansson is trying to stand up here but Quark is controlling him well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Quark works his foot free and advances to mount.
Hakansson is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barkeep Quark dominated that second round.
That's time! Quark's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3#
Hakansson misses with a jab, cross combination.
Quark half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Hakansson scores with a jab. Quark acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Hakansson throws a right and a left that both miss.
Hakansson throws a right and a left that Quark avoids nicely.
Hakansson misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Quark.
Quark throws a hook but Hakansson avoids it easily.
Hakansson throws a jab when Quark was well out of range.
Jack Hakansson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Hakansson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Quarks jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Quark defending well as Hakansson loads up on a big left hand.
Hakansson takes one on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Quark's head.#CL#
Quark instigates a clinch.
Quark scores with a shot to the side of Hakansson's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#TD#
Quark pulls guard effortlessly. #T1#
Hakansson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Quark has a closed guard, preventing Hakansson from standing up. #SUB#
Quark throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Hakansson wants to stand but Quark is controlling his posture from full guard.
Hakansson wants to control from the top but Quark keeps moving. #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.
Quark controls Hakansson momentarily but Hakansson frees himself.
Hakansson trying to control the position from guard on top but Quark is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Quark is trying to control the position but Hakansson postures up.
Hakansson wants to stand and escape but instead Quark has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR#
Hakansson throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Quark postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Quark lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Quark is in close to Hakansson's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Quark landing with the ground and pound. #T3#
Hakansson throws a couple of weedy looking strikes off his back.
Quark makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hakansson is looking to stand up but Quark isn't so interested in that idea.
Hakansson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Quark. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Quark is working Hakansson over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Quark sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Hakansson's guard.
Hakansson controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Hakansson wants to get back to his feet. #T4#
Hakansson is not content to let Quark control the position.#SUB#
Quark is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hakansson is just riding it out for now. Quark eventually gives up the hold.
Quark lands strikes from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Quark is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Hakansson!
Hakansson wants to control but Quark is having none of it.
Quark looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barkeep Quark clearly takes that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R4#
Quark moves away from the strike by Hakansson.
Hakansson misses with a body shot. #CL#
Quark rushes Hakansson and presses him up against the cage.
Hakansson is trying to break the clinch but Quark has him pressed against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Quark.
Hakansson wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Quark has him pressed against the cage.
Quark keeps control of Hakansson as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
Quark manages to pull guard. #SUB#
Hakansson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Quark has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hakansson has managed to get both his arms back between Quark's legs - danger averted.
Hakansson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Quark is proving hard to escape from.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Quark is on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Hakansson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Quark defends well.#T1#
Quark makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Hakansson controls Quark momentarily but Quark frees himself.
Quark trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hakansson keeping moving, preventing Quark from controlling successfully.
Quark is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hakansson can do to turn this around?
Hakansson trying to control the position.
Quark with a nice head shot there.
Hakansson is trying to control the position from the bottom. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Hakansson keeping full guard, as Quark tries to pass.
Hakansson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Quark is one step ahead there.
Quark advances to half guard. #SUB#
Quark wants to work for an arm triangle but Hakansson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Quark stops Hakansson from getting back to his feet.
Hakansson is looking to control Quark's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Hakansson avoid being mounted?
Quark 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. #T3#
Quark lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Quark is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hakansson wants to get back to his feet.
Quark wants to pass the guard but Hakansson is defending well. #SUB2#
Hakansson looking for submissions off his back.
Quark seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Quark wants to take a breather but Hakansson is having none of it. #T4#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Quark lands a nice short elbow.
Quark slips a nice elbow through Hakansson's hands, connecting with Hakansson's forehead.
Quark lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Quark is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Hakansson defends it well.
Quark trying to mount his opponent but Hakansson defends it.
Quark lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Quark wants to take a breather but Hakansson is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hakansson wants to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Barkeep Quark had his way with Jack Hakansson in that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5#
Hakansson throws a combination that misses
and Quark connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Hakansson looks to land a right hand but Quark moved out of range.
Hakansson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Quark moves forwards but Hakansson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hakansson throws a lazy right hand but Quark sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hakansson throws a hard body shot but it just misses. #CL#
Quark clinches up with Hakansson and pushes him back against the cage.
Hakansson is trying to push Quark away but Quark has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#TD#
Quark ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Quark no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Quark escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Hakansson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Barkeep Quark overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Hakansson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Quark has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hakansson has managed to get both his arms back between Quark's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Quark bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hakansson's guard. #REVR#
Quark 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.
Quark passes Hakansson's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Hakansson throws a sloppy strike from the bottom. He's now off balance and Quark manages to pass to side control.
Hakansson is trying to control Quark's posture but Quark avoids it.
Hakansson wants to get back to his feet but Quark is dominant here and he's now got Hakansson's back!
Quark has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Hakansson.
What can Hakansson do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Quark gets his hands free as Hakansson looks to control. #T2##SUB#
Quark has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Hakansson has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Quark lands shots from the back.
Can Hakansson hold on?! Quark is landing more strikes to his hapless foe. #SUB#
Hakansson preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Quark.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Quark is landing with strikes. Hakansson can't take much more of this.#SUB#
Quark is persistently looking for the submission but Hakansson is defending it well.
Quark gets his hands free as Hakansson looks to control. #T3#
Hakansson is trying to get back to his feet but Quark has full control of the position and if anything, Hakansson has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Quark is looking for a rear naked choke here but Hakansson reverses the position brilliantly into Quark's guard!
Hakansson would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Barkeep Quark is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Quark working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hakansson doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hakansson manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hakansson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Quark is proving hard to escape from.
Quark keeping moving, preventing Hakansson from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Quark is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Hakansson has his hands clasped together but Quark extends and breaks Hakansson's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Quark.

Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 5, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Barkeep Quark!
Barkeep Quark retains his welterweight title!
Barkeep Quark bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.

Event: Gore vs Sparks - Money - #11
Date: Jul 02, 2022

#R1#
Hakansson throws a right hand that Pawlowski ducks under and follows up with a left that Pawlowski also avoids with ease.
Sloppy strikes from Hakansson. Those never looked like landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pawlowski! But no joy.
Hakansson swinging wildly here.
And Pawlowski tries to counter it with a takedown but Hakansson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Hakansson fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Pawlowski tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Hakansson misses with a double jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pawlowski! But no joy.
Hakansson smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Jack Hakansson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Pawlowski displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Hakansson.
It seemed like Pawlowski was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Hakansson.#T1#
Pawlowski uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hakansson.
Hakansson bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Pawlowski's head.
Hakansson moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Hakansson jabs Pawlowski to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Hakansson throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Pawlowski counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Hakansson just misses with a punch to the body.
Pawlowski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hakansson defends it well.
Pawlowski slips under a jab from Hakansson.
Pawlowski throws out a counter right but Hakansson avoids it with no problem.
Hakansson misses with a looping right.
Pawlowski looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Hakansson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Pawlowskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Hakansson throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Pawlowski drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hakansson defends it well.#T2#
Hakansson misses the jab.
Hakansson lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Hakansson.#ROC#Pawlowski is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Pawlowski gets caught by a big overhand right and goes down! Hakansson gets on top of him and starts throwing some serious punches until the ref intervenes and stops the fight!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Hakansson!

Event: Davis vs Oliveira - Money - #7
Date: May 28, 2022

#R1#
Masvidal shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Hakansson as he avoids it easily.
Masvidal tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hakansson sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Masvidal somewhat.
Nice takedown defense from Hakansson. No joy for Masvidal on that attempt.
Hakansson throwing a counter right hand but Masvidal manages to avoid it.
Jack Hakansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jorge Masvidal.
Nice takedown defense from Hakansson. No joy for Masvidal on that attempt.
Masvidal misses with a takedown attempt - Hakansson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Masvidal fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Masvidal avoids the body shot from Hakansson.
Hakansson tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Masvidal swivels and escapes.
Masvidal fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Masvidal shoots and misses
and Hakansson counters with a three punch combo that has Masvidal backing up. Masvidal nods at Hakansson to acknowledge the strikes.
Masvidal fails with a takedown attempt.
Masvidal will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Masvidal looks winded!
Hakansson lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Masvidal at a distance. #T1#
Masvidal shoots in looking for a takedown. Hakansson tries to sprawl out of it but Masvidal keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hakansson manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Hakansson tries to bum rush Masvidal with a series of wild strikes but Masvidal uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nice sprawl there from Hakansson as Masvidal shoots in.
Hakansson will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Hakansson lands a nice looking body shot.
Jorge Masvidal seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Masvidal takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Masvidal fails with the takedown
and Hakansson counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Masvidal has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Hakansson displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination. #ROC#Masvidal is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Hakansson's corner calls for a 1-2. Hakansson obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Masvidal is still on wobbly legs! Can Hakansson finish him?
No joy there for Hakansson, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Masvidal seems to have recovered his senses.
Hakansson sizes up Masvidal with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T2#
Hakansson scores with a jab to the head. #TD#
Hakansson closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Masvidal did well to prevent Hakansson getting side control.
Hakansson wants to get back to his feet.
Hakansson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Hakansson not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Hakansson throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Hakansson wants to stand up but Masvidal has a hold of him and won't allow it.
Hakansson missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Masvidal told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Masvidal blocking the ground and pound attempt from Hakansson.
It looks like Hakansson is going to stand back up. #SUB2#
Masvidal actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
It looks like Hakansson is going to stand back up.
Hakansson slips a nice elbow through Masvidal's hands, connecting with Masvidal's forehead.
Hakansson content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hakansson is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Masvidal still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Masvidal has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Masvidal working away.#T4#
Hakansson is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Masvidal is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Hakansson has escaped the position, nice work there.
Masvidal prevents Hakansson from escaping the position.#SUB2#
Masvidal is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Hakansson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Masvidal fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Hakansson on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Hakansson tries to get out of the position.
Hakansson gets back to half guard.
Hakansson is trying is best to control the position here.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Hakansson dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Hakansson throws a body shot but no joy.
Jack Hakansson is winning the standup battle so far.
Hakansson slaps away a takedown attempt from Masvidal, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Jab by Hakansson.
Masvidal fails to land the takedown.
It looked like Hakansson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Hakansson misses with a few strikes there.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Masvidal.
Jack Hakansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jorge Masvidal.
Masvidal moves forwards but Hakansson connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Hakansson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Masvidal can do to turn this around?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good shot there by Hakansson.
Hakansson throws a body shot but no joy.
Masvidal dodges the punch combination from Hakansson.
Masvidal showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Hakansson. #T1#
Hakansson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hakansson wants it to stay on the feet.
Hakansson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Masvidal shoots in for a takedown but Hakansson shows good takedown defense.
Masvidal looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Masvidal is breathing heavily.
Hakansson misses with the combination. #TD#
Hakansson scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Masvidal on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Hakansson controlling the action here.
Hakansson tries to stand but can't do so whilst Masvidal controls his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hakansson is looking to take a break and control but Masvidal is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Well, if Hakansson is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Masvidal is staying active underneath Hakansson, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hakansson is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Masvidal with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hakansson counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Hakansson connects with a right hand. Masvidal shakes it off.#T3##TD#
Hakansson shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Masvidal napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Hakansson tries to stand but Masvidal is controlling his head.
Hakansson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Masvidal will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Hakansson tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Hakansson landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Hakansson grinds an elbow into Masvidal's temple. #SU#
Hakansson decides to stand back up.
Hakansson lands with a nice combination. Masvidal backs away looking to recover.
Masvidal walks into a left hand. #T4#
Masvidal shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hakansson sprawls well. Hakansson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Masvidal gets slowly back to his feet.
Hakansson appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hakansson fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
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!
Hakansson uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Masvidal has time to react.
Masvidal shoots for a takedown but Hakansson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Hakansson shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Masvidal's guard.
Hakansson has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Masvidal is proving hard to escape from.
Jack Hakansson overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hakansson missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hakansson postures up and lands a big shot to Masvidal's brow.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.

Jack Hakansson dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Masvidal closes this distance looking for a takedown but Hakansson circles away.
Masvidal dodges the punch combination from Hakansson.
Masvidal with the counter takedown but Hakansson avoids it easily.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Masvidal.
Masvidal fails to land the takedown.
Jack Hakansson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jorge Masvidal.
Masvidal tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Hakansson swivels and escapes.
Masvidal looks for a takedown but Hakansson sprawls well.
Hakansson was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Hakansson keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hakansson scores with the left hand. Masvidal knows he should have avoided that one.
Masvidal with a lazy takedown attempt
and Hakansson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Masvidal looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Jack Hakansson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Masvidal takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A combination from Hakansson does no damage. #T1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Hakansson has knocked Masvidal down with a huge combo! Hakansson steps away and waves a wobbly Masvidal back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#It looks like Jorge Masvidal has been cut.
Hakansson drops Masvidal with a straight left! Oh this is bad for Masvidal! Hakansson dives in and starts dropping bombs - the referee has no choice but to step in and save him!

Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jack Hakansson!
Jorge Masvidal was interviewed post fight and said 'I got taught respect because if not, somebody's gonna make you respect them'.

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